What are “reasonable accommodations" under Title III of the ADA
What are “reasonable accommodations" under Title III of the ADA
Reasonable accommodations under Title III of the ADA are modifications/remediations made in places of public accommodations to accommodate or make facilities equally accessible for individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations include the removal of architectural barriers for those with mobility needs, providing for effective communication methods for people with visual, auditory, or vocal needs, and having trained staff to assist individuals with disabilities.
What are “reasonable accommodations" under Title III of the ADA
Reasonable accommodations under Title III of the ADA are modifications/remediations made in places of public accommodations to accommodate or make facilities equally accessible for individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations include the removal of architectural barriers for those with mobility needs, providing for effective communication methods for people with visual, auditory, or vocal needs, and having trained staff to assist individuals with disabilities.
Are there any limits to “reasonable accommodations” under Title III?
Yes. Title III of the ADA does not require modifications that would fundamentally alter the nature of the services provided by the accommodation. Title III of the ADA does not require public accommodations (or modifications to public accommodations) that would result in an undue burden for the business. For instance, restaurants do not need brailed menus if waiters or other employees are made available to read the menu to customers with visual impairments, and retail establishments do not need to have readily available sign language interpreters on staff. Physical barriers are required to be removed only when it is “readily achievable” to do so. While what is “readily achievable” is determined on a case-by-case basis, in general “readily achievable” means that the removal of a physical barrier can be done in a way that is “easily accomplishable” and can be carried out “without most difficulty or expense.”
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