Choose a site that is accessible
All sites used to host public meetings and events must be ADA compliant. Evaluating an accessible site starts at the street. This means there must be an accessible route to the building or site from the street to the event entrance, as well as accessible routes to all event activities. The accessible route may include parking, a sidewalk, walkway, or ramp. An accessible route is an unobstructed path that is firm, stable, and slip resistant. It connects all accessible features. It may include walks and sidewalks, and ramps and elevators. It must be at least 36 – 48 inches wide. Stairs and sand are never part of an accessible route. All public events should have signage to direct the public to the location. If the main route to the event is not accessible, you must mark the alternate accessible route with directional signage by using clear, easy-to-read signs placed in consistent locations.
Transportation and parking
Meeting and event access can be enhanced by locating the event close to accessible public transportation. If a loading zone is provided, there must be an accessible loading zone (white zone with curb ramp or appropriate temporary loading zone). If the event includes transportation, such as a shuttle, wheelchair accessible vehicles must be available and advertised.
Watch this video to learn about accessible parking and passenger loading zones.
Restrooms and drinking fountains
If there are restrooms available at the meeting or event site, you must provide accessible restrooms. Where you provide portable toilets for the general public, for every bank of toilets at least 5% (10% recommended) must be ADA compliant. All public events should have signage to direct the public to the location. When there are drinking fountains, they must be accessible. When you provide telephones, they should be accessible.
View printable signage from SF Mayor's Office on Disability