accessible
1. Allowing physical contact, as by means of an easily removable cover or door or a part of the building structure or […]
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accessible means of egress
A path of travel, usable by a mobility-impaired person, that leads to a public way.
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accessible route
According to the ADA, a continuous, unobstructed path between all accessible elements and areas of a building, including corridors, ramps, and elevators; the route
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accessory building
A secondary building, whose use is incidental to that of the main building located on the same plot.
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accessible space
A space that complies with all provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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access way
A roadway, usually paved, intended to provide ingress and egress of vehicular traffic from a public right-of-way to an off-street parking area.
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access panel
A removable panel (usually secured with screws) in a frame which is usually mounted in a ceiling or wall; provides access to
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access plate
A removable plate (usually bolted in place) that provides access to an area that seldom requires attention; permits inspection of an otherwise inaccessible