ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities Paperback
ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities Paperback
Book Overview
The ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities includes the full text of ICC A117.1-2017: Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities, including tables and figures, followed by the corresponding commentary for each section. The commentary and accompanying figures explain the background and intent of the requirements and suggest the most effective method of application. Potential consequences of not following the provisions of the standard are also discussed. The ICC A117.1-2017 standard provides the technical requirements to make sites, facilities, buildings and elements accessible to and usable by people with physical disabilities. The intent of the standard is to allow a person with a physical disability to independently get to, enter, and use a site, facility, building, or element. The commentary explains how the provisions of the standard make the elements accessible and is a must-have reference for facility professionals, building owners, architects, designers, and code officials who want to stay current on the requirements of A117.1.
Key Aspects:
- Enhanced Dimensions: Increased clear floor space, turning space, and accessible routes to accommodate users of powered wheelchairs and scooters.
- Public Right-of-Way Criteria: Incorporation of updated criteria for curb cuts, blended transitions, detectable warnings, diagonal parking, and street parking.
- Parking Lot Safety: Provisions to improve safety for accessible routes through parking lots.
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations: Accessibility considerations for electric vehicle charging stations.
- Powered Wheelchair Charging: Facilities for charging powered wheelchairs in accessible hotel rooms and wheelchair seating areas in assembly spaces.
- Water Bottle Filling Stations: Provisions for water bottle filling stations.
- Sign Language Interpreter Stations: Spaces for sign language interpreter stations and video booths.
- Classroom Acoustics: A new section addressing classroom acoustics to reduce noise intrusion and enhance the learning environment.
Highlights:
- Comprehensive Accessibility Requirements
- Updated and Expanded Criteria
- Incorporation of Universal Design Principles
- Detailed Commentary Accompanying the Standard
- Widely Referenced and Adopted
- Applicable to a Variety of Building Types
- Enables Compliance and Risk Reduction
Key Features & Benefits
The comprehensive coverage of the ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities (Paperback) spans a wide range of technical requirements to ensure buildings and facilities are accessible and usable by people with disabilities. This standard serves as a detailed, enforceable guideline for architects, designers, builders, and code officials.
The practical application of the ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities (Paperback) lies in its role as a detailed, technical guide that helps professionals design, construct, and evaluate buildings to ensure they are accessible and usable by people with disabilities. Here’s a breakdown of how it’s used in real-world practice:
- Design & Construction
- Code Compliance
- Plan Review & Inspections
- Renovations and Alterations
- Education and Training
- Supporting Inclusive Environments
When preparing for a licensing exam—whether it’s for architecture (ARE), building inspection, code enforcement (ICC certifications), or accessibility specialist credentials—the ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities (Paperback) is a key resource. Here’s how it supports your exam prep:
- Authoritative Source of Accessibility Requirements
- Detailed Explanations via Commentary
- Visual Learning with Diagrams
- Organized for Efficient Study
- Practice Applying Code Requirements
- Cross-References to Other Codes
The ICC A117.1-2017 Standard for Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities (Paperback) is designed with a variety of visual and organizational tools that make understanding and applying complex accessibility requirements easier and more efficient, especially for students, professionals, and code officials.
- Side-by-Side Format: Standard and Commentary
- Dimensioned Diagrams and Figures
- Tables and Summaries
- Consistent Section and Chapter Organization
- Index and Cross-References
- Highlighting of Key Terms and Exceptions
Book Details
- Publisher: International Code Council
- Edition/Release Date: June 29, 2017
- ISBN: 978-1609837587
- Pages: 469
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 11
- Format: Paperback / Softbound
- Target Audience: Professionals
Pricing & Purchase Information
• Price: $76.99
• Shipping: Free shipping on orders over $250.
• Formats Available: Physical Book
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