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September 2, 2009
Freese and Nichols, Inc
1701 North Market Street, Ste 500, LB 51
Dallas, TX 75202
EABPRJ#: A9000517
RE: Coppell Road South Reconstruction
Coppell. Texas 75019
Dear Brian Caleb Thornhill PE,
Enclosed are the results of the plan review completed on the referenced facility. Identified on the
report are areas of nonconformance with accessibility standards adopted by the Texas
Department of Licensing and Regulation for purposes of ensuring compliance with Texas
Government Code, Chapter 469.
Although deficiencies may have been noted, the referenced project may be eligible for inspection
approval if constructed in accordance with the Texas Accessibility Standards. Items which are
the responsibility of the owner should be referred to the appropriate person for action.
The building or facility owner must request an inspection from the Department, (or a Department
authorized provider of inspection services) no later than thirty (30) days after the completion of
construction. If the completion date provided on the Project Registration Form is no longer
correct, notifiy this office (in writing) of the revised completion date as soon as possible.
This determination does not address applicability of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),
(P.L. 101-336), or any other local, state, or federal requirement. For information on the ADA,
call the ADA Hotline, (800) 949-4232 or the United States Department of Justice at (202) 514-
0301.
Please reference the Department assigned project number in all future correspondence pertaining
to this proje ~/?
Sincerely
Jerry Jarm , Acce ~ ity Specza ist
Architec al Ba er ,Audit Education and Training Division
cc: Keith Marvin, P
Franks. Denton, Chair-Conroe, Texas
GuAnn Morgan - Mufland, Texas Fred 9Koses - 2'Cano, Texas
MikeArismerufez - Shallvwater, Texas LiCuin Norman-7~eeney - 7ayCor Lake `ViCCage, Texas
Gewis Benavides - Oak~Point, Texas ~De6orak A. Turco -Austin, Texas
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Compliance Division /Architectural Barriers
PLAN REVIEW REPORT
The following report identifies deficiencies with the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS). No
response is required to this review, however, all items noted as "Unacceptable" should be
addressed prior to inspection.
TDLR ReviewerName: Jerry Jarmon
^Review Date: September 2, 2009
^Revisions Date: EABPRJ #: A9000517
Pro'ect Information
Pro'ect Name: Coppell Road South Reconstruction
Facili Name: Coppell Road
Pro'ect Address: Coppell TX 75019
Detailed deseri tlon of COnstruetion activities: Install 8" concrete pavement, drainage, utility work & demo
Owner Information:
Name: City of Coppell
Address: 255 Parkway Blvd
City: Coppell State: TX Zip: 75019
Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS)
No response is required to this review; however, all items noted should be addressed prior
to the completion of construction.
The most apparent violations have been cited, however the omission of a citation in any
section is not intended to imply that the section is approved.
For more information and illustrations with dimensions go to Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulation website ~a7 www.license.state.tx.us/ab/abtas.htm
Final approval with applicable provisions of the Texas Accessibility Standards
(TAS) will be assessed at time of inspection.
® REVIEW FINDINGS
According to typical details and general notes provided in Texas Department of Transportation (TxDot)
Pedestrian Facilities ,the following pedestrian facilities constructed, renovated, modified, or altered within
the scope of this project will comply with TAS 4.1 through TAS 4.35 and Rule 68.102:
• Curb Ramps
• Detectable Warnings
• Sidewalks and Sidewalks at Driveways
• Protected Zone (Protruding Objects)
• Intersection Layouts (Crosswalks, Islands)
® GENERAL NOTE
In accordance with Rule 68.102, in public right-of-way areas where the adjacent roadway has running
slopes of 5% or greater, the pedestrian access route shall not exceed the grade established for the
adjacent roadway.
This running slope deviation from the requirements of TAS 4.3.7 shall also be applicable to any newly
constructed, renovated, modified, or altered exterior circulation path that is improved for use by
pedestrians, including, but not limited to, sidewalks, driveways, crosswalks, and curb ramps.
The cross slope, however, is subject to compliance with the following:
4.3.7 Slope. Nowhere shall the cross slope of an accessible route exceed 1:50.
*'Technical Memorandum (TM) 08-01-The ONLY surface texture TDLR is currently aware of that meets
the intent of both the Texas Accessibility Standards and the currently enforceable federal Americans with
Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines are detectable warnings (aka truncated domes} meeting the
technical specifications of TAS 4.29.2. With the intention of harmonizing both state and federal
requirements, the Department issues the following technical clarifications regarding surface texture
requirements at curb ramps.
**Curb Ramps in the Public Right-of-Way-All curb ramps constructed, renovated, modified, or altered
within the public right-of-way must comply with Architectural Barriers Administrative Rule 68.102(b)(2). In
accordance with Administrative Rufes 68.102 and TAS 2.2, the Department is allowing the detectable
warning surface to be a minimum of 24" in depth (in the direction of pedestrian travel) in lieu of the full
depth of the curb ramp. The deviation from this particular technical requirement does not require a
variance. The truncated domes must still extend the full width of the curb ramp (or landing as applicable
at parallel curb ramps) and comply with TAS 4.29.2. Therefore the requirements set forth in TAS 4.7.4(1}
& (2} will not apply. Reference illustrations (on page 4, of this report):
® IF PROVIDED
*`NOTE: If newly constructed, renovated, modified, or altered transportation stops will be
provided within the scope of this project, compliance is required with the following:
4.1.2(5)(c) If passenger loading zones are provided, then at least one passenger loading zone shall
comply with 4.6.6.
4.1.2(7) Elements and spaces of accessible facilities which shall be identified by the international Symbol
of Accessibility and which shall comply with 4.30.7 are:
(b) Accessible passenger loading zones;
4.6.6 Passenger Loading Zones. Passenger loading zones shall provide an access aisle at least 60 in
{1525 mm) wide and 20 ft {240 in)(6100 mm) long adjacent and parallel to the vehicle pull-up space (see
Fig 10). If there are curbs between the access aisle and the vehicle pull-up space, then a curb ramp
complying with 4.7 shall be provided. Vehicle standing spaces and access aisles shall be level with
surface slopes not exceeding 1:50 (2%) in all directions.
® IF PROVIDED
'`'`NOTE: if transportation stops with newly constructed, renovated, modified, or altered fixed
seating (benches) wil! be provided within the scope of this project, compliance is required with
the following:
3.5.11 Assembly Area - A room or space accommodating a group of individuals for recreational,
educational, political, social, or amusement purposes, or for the consumption of food and drink, or
awaiting transportation.
4.1.3(19) (a) In places of assembly with fixed seating accessible wheelchair locations shall comply with
4.33.2, 4.33.3, and 4.33.4 and shall be provided consistent with Table 4.
4.33.1 Minimum Number. Assembly and associated areas required to be accessible by 4.1 shall comply
with 4.33_
® WHERE NECESSARY
**NOTE: Space and reach range requirements should be in compliance, such as at traffic light
control buttons, mail boxes and sidewalks.
Section 4 -Accessible Elements and Spaces: Scope and Technical Requirements
4.2 Space Allowances and Reach Ranges.
4.2.1* Wheelchair Passage Width. The minimum clear width for single wheelchair passage shall be 32
in (815 mm) at a point and 36 in (915 mm) continuously (see Fiq^1 and 24(e)).
4.2.2 Width for Wheelchair Passing. The minimum width for two wheelchairs to pass is 60 in (1525 mm)
(see Fiq. 2).
4.2.3* Wheelchair Turning Space. The minimum space required for a standard wheelchair to make a
180-degree turn is a clear space of 60 in (1525 mm) diameter (see Fiq^3(a)) or a T-shaped space (see
Fig. 3(b)).
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4.2.5'` Forward Reach. If the clear floor space only allows forward approach to an object, the
maximum high forward reach allowed shall be 48 in (1220 mm) (see Fi . 5 a ). The minimum low
forward reach is 15 in (380 mm). If the high forward reach is over an obstruction, reach and
clearances shall be as shown in Fi . 5 b .
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4.2.6* Side Reach. If the clear floor space allows parallel approach by a person in a
wheelchair, the maximum high side reach allowed shall be 54 in (1370 mm) and the low side
reach shall be no less than 9 in (230 mm) above the floor (Fi . 6 a and 6(b)). If the side
reach is over an obstruction, the reach and clearances shall be as shown in Fi . 6 c
® WHERE APPLICABLE
**NOTE: Surfaces along the accessible route must be firm, slip resistant and comply with Section
4.5 of TAS
4.5 Ground and Floor Surtaces.
4.5.1* General. Ground and floor surfaces along accessible routes and in accessible rooms and spaces
including floors, walks, ramps, stairs, and curb ramps, shall be stable, firm, slip-resistant, and shall
comply with 4.5. Soft or loose materials such as sand, gravel, bark, mulch or wood chips are not suitable.
Cobblestone and other irregular surfaces having a texture that constitutes an obstacle or hazard, such as
improperly laid flagstone, shall not be a part of accessible routes, spaces and elements.
4.5.2 Changes in Level. Changes in level up to 114 in (6 mm) may be vertical and without edge treatment
(see Fig. 7(c)). Changes in level between 1/4 in and 1/2 in (6 mm and 13 mm) shall be beveled with a
slope no greater than 1:2 (see Fig. 7(d)). Changes in level greater than 1/2 in (13 mm) shall be
accomplished by means of a ramp.
4.5.4 Gratings. If gratings are located in walking surfaces or along accessible routes, then they shall
have spaces no greater than 112 in (13 mm) wide in one direction. If gratings have elongated openings,
then they sha11 be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicu{ar to the dominant direction of travel.
® WHERE PROVIDED
**NOTE: Where curb ramps are installed they must comply with 4.7 of TAS
4.7 Curb Ramps.
4.7.1 Location. Curb ramps complying with 4.7 shall be provided wherever an accessible route crosses a
curb.
4.7.2 Slope. Slopes of curb ramps shall comply with 4.8.2. Transitions from ramps to walks, gutters, or
streets shall be flush and free of abrupt changes. Maximum slopes of adjoining gutters, road surface
immediately adjacent to the curb ramp, or accessible route shall not exceed 1:20.
4.7.3 Width. The minimum width of a curb ramp shall be 36 in (915 mm), exclusive of flared sides.
4.7.4 Surface. Surfaces of curb ramps shall comply with 4_5.
(1) Textures shall consist of exposed crushed stone aggregate, roughened concrete, rubber, raised
abrasive strips, or grooves extending the full width and depth of the curb ramp. Surfaces that are raised,
etched, or grooved in a way that would allow water to accumulate are prohibited.
(2) For purposes of warning, the full width and depth of curb ramps shall have a light reflective value and
texture that significantly contrasts with that of adjoining pedestrian routes.
4.7.5 Sides of Curb Ramps. If a curb ramp is located where pedestrians must walk across the ramp, or
where it is not protected by handrails or guardrails, it shall have flared sides; the maximum slope of the
flare shall be 1:10. Curb ramps with returned curbs may be used where pedestrians would not normally
walk across the ramp.
4.7.6 Built-up Curb Ramps. Built-up curb ramps shall be located so that they do not project into
vehicular traffic lanes or into spaces that would interfere with persons entering or exiting parked or
standing vehicles .
® WHERE PROVIDED
""NOTE: Ramps must comply with 4.8 of TAS
4.8 Ramps.
4.8.1* General.
(1) Any part of an accessible route with a slope greater than 120 shall be considered a ramp and shall
comply with 4.8.
4.8.2" Slope and Rise. The least possible slope shall be used for any ramp. The maximum slope of a
ramp in new construction shall be 1:12. The maximum rise for any run shall be 30 in (760 mm). If it is
technically infeasible because of space limitations for curb ramps and ramps to be constructed on existing
sites or in existing buildings with a slope of 1:12 or less, ramps may have slopes and rises as allowed in
4.1.6(3)(a).
4.8.3 Clear Width. The minimum clear width of a ramp 30 feet (9m) or less in length shall be 36 in (915
mm). Ramps more than 30 feet in length shall have a minimum clear width of 44" (1118 mm).
4.8.4' Landings. Ramps shall have level landings at bottom and top of each ramp and each ramp run.
Landings shall have the following features:
(1) The landing shall be at least as wide as the width of the ramp run leading to it.
(2) The landing length shall be a minimum of 60 in (1525 mm) clear.
(3) If ramps change direction at landings, the minimum landing size shall be 60 in by 60 in (1525 mm by
1525 mm).
(4) If a doorway is located at a landing, then the area in front of the doorway shall comply with 4.13.6.
4.8.5* Handrails. If a ramp run has a rise greater than 6 in (150 mm) or a horizontal projection greater
than 72 in (1830 mm), then it shat{ have handrai{s on both sides. Handrails are not required on curb
ramps or adjacent to seating in assembly areas. Handrails shall comply with 4.26 and shall have the
following features:
(1) Handrails shall be provided along both sides of ramp segments. The inside handrail on switchback or
dogleg ramps shall always be continuous.
(a) Ramps in excess of 176 in (4470 mm) in width shall have intermediate handrails spaced 176 in (4470
mm) on center maximum.
(2) If handrails are not continuous, they shall extend at least 12 in (305 mm) beyond the top and bottom of
the ramp segment and shall be parallel with the floor or ground surface (see Fig. 17).
(3) The clear space between the handrail and the wall shall be 1 - 1/2 in (38 mm).
(4) Gripping surfaces shall be continuous.
(5) Top of handrail gripping surfaces shall be mounted between 34 in and 38 in (865 mm and 965 mm)
above ramp surfaces.
(6) Ends of handrails shall be either rounded or returned smoothly to floor, wall, or post.
(7) Handrails shall not rotate within their fittings.
4.8.6 Cross Slope and Surfaces. The cross slope of ramp surfaces shat{ be no greater than 1:50. Ramp
surfaces shall comply with 4_5.
4.8.7 Edge Protection. Ramps and landings with drop-offs shall have curbs, walls, railings, or projecting
surfaces that prevent people from slipping off the ramp. Curbs shall be a minimum of 2 in (50 mm) high.
4.8.8 Outdoor Conditions. Outdoor ramps and their approaches shall be designed so that water will not
accumulate on walking surfaces.
® IF PROVIDED
*~NOTE: Where pedestrian push buttons will be provided, in this scope of work, ensure they
comply with 4.27. Final assessment to be verified during inspection.
4.27.1 General: Controls and operating mechanisms required to be accessible by 4.1 shall comply with
4.27.
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