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ADA Accessibility

It is incumbent upon the auditorium designer to accommodate those with disabilities and provide equal access to services and conveniences. This is required by the “Americans with Disabilities Act” that became law on July 26, 1990. ADA locations must be part of the seating plan and include locations for wheelchairs and folding / retractable aisle armrests.

Auditorium Design BasicsExpectations for the Space Common Terminology
Chair EnvelopeClear PassageBack to Back SpacingBack PitchBack HeightEye-LevelBack OverhangChair Size LineChair SizeRow Length
Code Considerations
Safety Codes (current)Code v. ComfortADA AccessibilityWheelchair LocationsAisle Chair AccessibilityFire Safety Codes
Seating Configurations
Straight Row (Historic)Continental SeatingMixed DesignSightlinesElevation Sight Line StudyChair Stagger Methods
Treads & Risers
Rear Wall AccommodationIntermediate StepsRiser MountingFloor Mounting
Radius Design Issues Aisle Lighting
ResponsibilitiesJ-Box Placement

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  • 3251 Fruit Ridge NW
    Grand Rapids, MI 49544
    Phone: 616-574-7400
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  • 610 East Cumberland Road
    Altamont, IL 62411
    Phone: 618-483-6157
    Toll Free: 1-877-597-1122

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