Site Accessibility Evaluation
Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
CSPD Impound Lot
2725 E Las Vegas St
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Accessibility Evaluation
Inspection Date: 04/23/2021
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
City of Colorado Springs
(719) 385 - 5175
https://coloradosprings.gov/
Report Date: 01/07/2025
FOR RECORD:
FROM: Robert L. Hernandez, Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager
DATE: 01/07/2025
SUBJECT: CSPD Impound Lot Self-Evaluation
1. On 04/23/2021, Title II ADA / Section 504 Coordinator(s) from the Office of Accessibility performed a Title II - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation. This evaluation was performed in accordance with 1991/2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.
2. Priorities for removing barriers are assigned in accordance with the ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities, promulgated by the ADA National Network. The checklist follows the four priorities listed in the Department of Justice ADA Title III regulations. These priorities are equally applicable to state and local government facilities:
Priority 1 - Accessible approach and entrance
Priority 2 - Access to goods and services
Priority 3 - Access to public toilet rooms
Priority 4 - Access to other items such as water fountains and public telephones
3. Corrective actions to findings were / will be submitted to the City maintenance work request system and will be managed in accordance with the City Transition Plan. Note: Recommended corrections may be modified where appropriate. Corrections are developed in consideration of the “Program Access” provisions of Title II, where applicable.
4. A copy of this report will be maintained by the Office of Accessibility. Updates to the findings included in this report will be available at the following link: https://access6.bluedag.com/access/barriers/GfhHF91nlvMItTaD4rVzj85XBKNZxywJ. Alternatively, this link is available from the Office of Accessibility’s webpage on the City of Colorado Springs website.
City of Colorado Springs Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager
30 S. Nevada Ave, Suite 301
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
ADACompliance@coloradosprings.gov
Atch 1. City of Colorado Springs, ADA Self-Evaluation Report
Sincerely,
Robert Hernandez
Table of Contents
Findings
Accessible Parking
BFID: 182901
The parking sign is mounted too low.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.6
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
Parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility complying with 703.7.2.1. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation "van accessible." Signs shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground surface measured to the bottom of the sign.
As Built:
The van access sign is mounted too low at 54" to the bottom edge.
Recommendation:
Raise existing signs so they are 60 inches minimum above the ground surface.
Add van access sign to the far left parking space closest to the door.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSPD
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 182902
The cross slopes (narrow dimension) and/or running slopes (long dimension) of the accessible stall exceeds 2%.
The running slope and the cross slope in an accessible parking stall and the access aisle must not exceed 2%.
The running slope and the cross slope in an accessible parking stall and the access aisle must not exceed 2%.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
40’ long x 4’ wide across the parking spaces and access aisles running slopes as high as 3%.
Recommendation:
Correct the cross slope of the stalls to 2% or less.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
Slope issue completely resolved.
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184627
The accessible parking stall is not wide enough.
Each parking space must be at least 8' feet wide and shall be marked to define the width.
The measurements of parking spaces and access aisles shall be made from the centerline of the markings. Where the parking space is not adjacent to another parking space or access aisle, the measurement shall be permitted to include the full width of the line defining the parking space.
Alternatively, the stall can be 11 feet wide minimum and the access aisle may be 5 feet wide.
Each parking space must be at least 8' feet wide and shall be marked to define the width.
The measurements of parking spaces and access aisles shall be made from the centerline of the markings. Where the parking space is not adjacent to another parking space or access aisle, the measurement shall be permitted to include the full width of the line defining the parking space.
Alternatively, the stall can be 11 feet wide minimum and the access aisle may be 5 feet wide.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 502.2
Car parking spaces shall be 96 inches (2440 mm) wide minimum and van parking spaces shall be 132 inches (3350 mm) wide minimum, shall be marked to define the width, and shall have an adjacent access aisle complying with 502.3.
Car parking spaces shall be 96 inches (2440 mm) wide minimum and van parking spaces shall be 132 inches (3350 mm) wide minimum, shall be marked to define the width, and shall have an adjacent access aisle complying with 502.3.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
Accessible parking space on the right is 7'6"
Recommendation:
Re-stripe parking space.
Barrier Priority:
N/A
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
Area appropriately restriped.
Impound Lot
BFID: 182926
The accessible route contains loose gravel and/or surfaces that do not provide for a stable, firm slip resistant surface.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 302.1
Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant and shall comply with 302.
Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant and shall comply with 302.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
Pick-up area surface not firm, stable, or slip resistant.
Recommendation:
Pave concrete pad adjacent to walkway to allow ample space for pick-up.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
We create a large concrete pad where the gravel used to be.
Additional Finding Photos
BFID: 184628
The walkway contains abrupt vertical edges and/or variations over a 1/4 inch.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less.
Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less.
Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.
2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
There are areas of vertical displacement up to 2" where the concrete meets the loose fill
Recommendation:
Connect the sidewalk to the future concrete pad where customers will pick up vehicles
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
We beveled the areas with asphalt.
Lobby
BFID: 182927
The transaction counter is too high.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches long minimum and 36 inches high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. Knee and toe space must be provided for a forward approach. A 30 inch by 48 inch clear floor space on an accessible route must be provided for either a forward or parallel approach.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 904.4.1
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
A portion of the counter surface that is 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and 36 inches (915 mm) high maximum above the finish floor shall be provided. A clear floor or ground space complying with 305 shall be positioned for a parallel approach adjacent to the 36 inch (915 mm) minimum length of counter.
As Built:
Customer service access 42” above floor grade.
Recommendation:
Lower security window 6-8”. The reach range is OK and the line of sight is marginally alright.
Until counter is corrected, staff must be ready, willing, and able to provide service at an alternate, accessible location.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSPD
BFID: 190519
The sanitizer is positioned too high for either a side or front approach.
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.1
Reach ranges shall comply with 308.
Reach ranges shall comply with 308.
As Built:
The sanitizer dispenser requires a 50" reach to activate it.
Recommendation:
Lower this at least 2".
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
CSPD
Unisex Restroom
BFID: 182928
The paper towel dispenser's operation mechanism is too high off the floor.
Dispensers must have all operable parts a maximum of 48 inches above the floor.
Dispensers must have all operable parts a maximum of 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.2.1
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
Towel dispenser is too high at 52”.
Recommendation:
Move dispenser down at least 4”, 6” is better due to trashcan placement.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
We lowered this to an appropriate height.
BFID: 182929
The flush handle is located on the wrong side of the toilet.
Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Controls shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting. Controls for the flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of toilet areas, no more than 48 inches above the floor.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.6
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.
Flush controls shall be hand operated or automatic. Hand operated flush controls shall comply with 309. Flush controls shall be located on the open side of the water closet except in ambulatory accessible compartments complying with 604.8.2.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
Flush is on the closed side.
Recommendation:
Move the flush to open side (this will require obtaining another tank).
Toilet was replaced in April 2019.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
The tank was switched out.
BFID: 182930
The grab bar is not spaced correctly to the wall or other elements.
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1-1/2 inches. Adjacent elements shall be positioned to provide unobstructed use of grab bars. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches minimum.
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1-1/2 inches. Adjacent elements shall be positioned to provide unobstructed use of grab bars. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 609.3
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.
The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
Toilet seat covers are only 3.5” above the bar.
Recommendation:
Move the toilet seat covers to 1.5” below the grab bar.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
They were moved to below the grab bars.
BFID: 182931
The toilet is not located within the range allowed from the side wall or partition.
The centerline of the toilet must be 16 to 18 inches from the side wall.
The centerline of the toilet must be 16 to 18 inches from the side wall.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.2
The water closet shall be positioned with a wall or partition to the rear and to one side. The centerline of the water closet shall be 16 inches (405 mm) minimum to 18 inches (455 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition, except that the water closet shall be 17 inches (430 mm) minimum and 19 inches (485 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition in the ambulatory accessible toilet compartment specified in 604.8.2. Water closets shall be arranged for a left-hand or right-hand approach.
The water closet shall be positioned with a wall or partition to the rear and to one side. The centerline of the water closet shall be 16 inches (405 mm) minimum to 18 inches (455 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition, except that the water closet shall be 17 inches (430 mm) minimum and 19 inches (485 mm) maximum from the side wall or partition in the ambulatory accessible toilet compartment specified in 604.8.2. Water closets shall be arranged for a left-hand or right-hand approach.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
The toilet is ½” too far from the wall at 18.5” to the centerline of the toilet.
Recommendation:
Move toilet over ½" (use flange) if feasible. If not the wall can be moved over the same distance.
The toilet was replaced in April 2019, and moved closer to the wall.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
The toilet was shifted over at least 1/2".
BFID: 182932
The rear grab bar is not a minimum 36 inches in length.
Grab bars shall be installed in a horizontal position, 33 inches minimum and 36 inches maximum above the finish floor measured to the top of the gripping surface and the space between the grab bar and the top of the tank (any obstruction) shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum.
Grab bars shall be installed in a horizontal position, 33 inches minimum and 36 inches maximum above the finish floor measured to the top of the gripping surface and the space between the grab bar and the top of the tank (any obstruction) shall be 1-1/2 inches minimum.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.5.2
The rear wall grab bar shall be 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and extend from the centerline of the water closet 12 inches (305 mm) minimum on one side and 24 inches (610 mm) minimum on the other side.
The rear wall grab bar shall be 36 inches (915 mm) long minimum and extend from the centerline of the water closet 12 inches (305 mm) minimum on one side and 24 inches (610 mm) minimum on the other side.
Status:
Corrected
As Built:
Rear grab bar 30” long.
Recommendation:
Remove existing rear grab bar and replace with 36" grab bar.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSPD
Corrected Condition:
Appropriate bar installed correctly.
BFID: 190518
The toilet paper is not installed within the compliant range in front of the toilet.
Toilet paper dispensers shall be 7 inches minimum and 9 inches maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow. There shall be a clearance of 1 1/2 inches minimum below the grab bar.
Toilet paper dispensers shall be 7 inches minimum and 9 inches maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches minimum and 48 inches maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow. There shall be a clearance of 1 1/2 inches minimum below the grab bar.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 604.7
Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with 309.4 and shall be 7 inches (180 mm) minimum and 9 inches (230 mm) maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow.
Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with 309.4 and shall be 7 inches (180 mm) minimum and 9 inches (230 mm) maximum in front of the water closet measured to the centerline of the dispenser. The outlet of the dispenser shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum and 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum above the finish floor and shall not be located behind grab bars. Dispensers shall not be of a type that controls delivery or that does not allow continuous paper flow.
As Built:
The toilet paper is 3.5" to the midline.
Recommendation:
Move the toilet paper over 4 or more inches away from the toilet front.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
CSPD
