1109.13 Controls, operating mechanisms and hardware.
BC § 1109.13
Controls, operating mechanisms and hardware intended for operation by the occupant, including switches that control lighting and ventilation and electrical convenience outlets, in accessible spaces, along accessible routes or as parts of accessible elements shall be accessible. Exceptions: 1. Operable parts that are intended for use only by service or maintenance personnel shall not be required to be accessible.
2.Electrical or communication receptacles serving a dedicated use shall not be required to be accessible.
3.Where two or more outlets are provided in a kitchen above a length of countertop that is uninterrupted by a sink or appliance, one outlet shall not be required to be accessible.
4.Floor electrical receptacles shall not be required to be accessible.
5.HVAC diffusers shall not be required to be accessible.
6.Except for light switches, where redundant controls are provided for a single element, one control in each space shall not be required to be accessible.
7.Access doors or gates in barrier walls and fences protecting pools, spas and hot tubs shall be permitted to comply with Sections 3109.4 and 3109.5.
8.Electrical panelboards in Type B+NYC units and Type B units shall not be required to be accessible.
9.Within kitchens and bathrooms, lighting controls, electrical switches and receptacle outlets are permitted to be located over cabinets with counter tops 36 inches (914.4 mm) maximum in height and 25 1/2 inches (647.7 mm) maximum in depth.
