§ 26-3502 Universal design list.
AC § 26-3502
Not later than 60 days after the effective date of the local law that added this chapter, the department, in consultation with the mayor's office for people with disabilities and the department for the aging, shall develop a list of features of universal design, provided that such features are consistent with applicable federal, state and local law and rule. The department may update such list as appropriate. Such list shall include, but not be limited to, an accessible route through the dwelling unit; usable doors with accessible door hardware and maneuvering clearances to accommodate wheelchair movement; usable bathrooms with removable base cabinets for knee space and grab bars, or wall reinforcement for future installation of grab bars; usable kitchens with removable base cabinets under the sink and work surface, and low or adjustable countertops; and light switches, outlets, and controls in accessible locations. (L.L. 2023/030, 2/21/2023, eff. 10/19/2023)
