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Accessibility Manual

This manual was developed by the City of San Antonio Disability Access Office as a guide and reference on new construction and remodeling jobs requiring access. Many small jobs, such as electrical outlets, stair work and door changes will continue to be done without design. City work crews will need to be aware of requirements to carry out these typical jobs.

It should be remembered that these guidelines are the bare essentials of a Barrier elimination Program. The City of San Antonio, Disability Access Office, will continue to consult on any questions or details that might arise from these types of jobs.

The Design Standards presented in the Accessibility Manual are those related to Texas laws referring to the elimination of architectural barriers. The primary reference for this text is the Architectural Barriers Act, Article 9102, Texas Civil Statutes, as administered by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

The manual is available through the Disability Access Office website. A survey form to use in determining site and facility access problems is available through the DOJ website.

Accessibility on the Riverwalk

During the 1980s the city became very active in eliminating architectural barriers and creating wheelchair accessible pathways along the Riverwalk. The city recognized and met the need head-on by upgrading 40 locations with new ramps, pathways, and elevators with the emphasis on accessibility continuing.

Since the developed Riverwalk is approximately 85% accessible and there are numerous access points a person with a disability can use to reach it. Starting your journey down the Riverwalk at the Marriott Rivercenter Hotel, you can travel onto either the left or right bank of the river. In all, there are 16 accessible elevators and 7 ramps located along the Riverwalk leading from the street level down to the River. The city continues to move toward in making the entire Riverwalk accessible to persons with disabilities, while at the same time, maintaining the old world charm of the Riverwalk. An accessible Riverwalk Map illustrating paths-of-travel, ramp locations and elevators is available on the Disability Access Office website.
 

The Public Works Department is committed to providing services and infrastructure in a quality manner through the use of modern engineering and management practices with a team of people dedicated to professional excellence and customer satisfaction. We strive to accomplish these tasks efficiently, effectively, and with accountability to the community we serve.

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