LibGuides: Interior Design: ACCESSIBLE DESIGN

Key Resources

ADA Standards for Accessible Design
Revised regulations for Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), published in 2010.
Universal Design
Free resource of news and information on universal design, from the Center for Inclusive Design + Environmental Access.

The Codes Guidebook for Interiors (2018)
Features jargon-free explanations of all the codes and standards that are relevant to designers and architects.

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Cross-referenced collections of building, electrical, plumbing, and other codes.
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Historic Preservation Standards + Guidelines
Resources under Rehabilitation and Treatment of Historic Properties will be helpful.
Whole Building Design Guide Code Taxonomy
View code information by topics like accessibility, renovations, and health care facilities.
2018 International Building Code
From the International Code Council, read the contents of the code online.
Philadelphia Building Codes
"In most cases, the City of Philadelphia follows the 2018 International Code Council’s (ICC) family of codes with local exceptions. For residential construction, the City follows the 2015 International Residential Code."
Building Energy Codes
From the US Department of Energy, the FAQs are a good place to start.