The Interpreter Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 http://www.lvrj.com/news/25935474.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WooferBearATL Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 It's going to reach a point that there is going to be such a backlash against the ADA that it's going to set people with disabilities back decades. I'm really surprised the advocates don't see that coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastersRZ Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 The biggest sticking point will be what the term "readily achievable" means. The new ADA proposals will only apply to new work, or facilities that are being altered. However, all facilities must comply to the new ADA proposals if they are "readily achievable." There will likely be lengthy debate about existing facilities being grandfathered in, and how much they will actually have to adopt to make these changes. Realistically, it is not possible for ALL buildings to make expensive renovations within several years to bring their buildings up to the latest ADA standards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted July 27, 2008 Author Share Posted July 27, 2008 And not just buildings...think about what the Brits call ride carriages. Is it really possible for every ride to be accessible? Is that "readily achievable?" I have heard many disability advocates claim it is, while hearing the park industry insist it is not. And this is just among the more reasonable people on both sides. The fierce advocates on either side--and there are many--will never agree... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WooferBearATL Posted July 27, 2008 Share Posted July 27, 2008 And not just buildings...think about what the Brits call ride carriages. Is it really possible for every ride to be accessible? Is that "readily achievable?" I have heard many disability advocates claim it is, while hearing the park industry insist it is not. And this is just among the more reasonable people on both sides. The fierce advocates on either side--and there are many--will never agree... And that is what is destined to cause a large backlash. We're already starting to see some of the issues with pushing small business owners either out of business or into costly litigation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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