Board presses designer on ramp code and accessibility trade-offs for 37 Main entry
Commissioners debated whether a shallow ramp would trigger a required handrail and discussed slope, length and whether a temporary ramp fixture could meet access needs; the designer said he would double-check code and confirm options before the next meeting.
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Commissioners focused on accessibility: Brian noted that the architect had said a ramp — even a shallow one — can trigger handrail requirements. "If it's a ramp, it requires railing," he said, prompting discussion about gradients and whether a moveable ramp could provide access without a permanent railing.
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