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DBI explains limits on enforcing federal ADA; small-business owners urge city outreach
Summary
DBI explained that Senate Bill 1608 clarifies local agencies enforce state code, not the federal ADA; multiple small-business owners described costly private ADA suits and urged a city outreach and 'right-to-cure' approach and clearer guidance.
Director Vivian Day briefed the Building Inspection Commission on a state bill described in the packet as "Senate Bill 1608," explaining the distinction between federal ADA enforcement and the local building department's responsibilities under the California Building Code. Day said local departments enforce state and local codes that incorporate federal accessibility standards, but they are not authorized to enforce the federal ADA itself; that remains…
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