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Handicap Signs
Handicap Parking Signs
Handicap parking signs, also known as disabled parking signs or accessible parking signs, are specifically designed to indicate parking spaces reserved for individuals with disabilities. These signs are prominently displayed in parking lots or on the sides of designated parking spaces to ensure that people with disabilities have convenient access to buildings, facilities, and services.
State specific handicap signs come standard on .080 high quality aluminum blanks, available with your choice of reflective sheeting / engineer grade (reflective) / High Intensity (very reflective) / Diamond grade (ultra reflective). We are here to help you get the right handicap parking sign, post and hardware for your needs.
Each state has it's own handicap sign requirements. If you have questions about handicap signs, handicap parking spaces, or anythin else related to accessibility and the ADA, please contact us and we will do our best to help.
Information for Handicap Parking Requirements
Click Here (even more information on handicap parking signs and handicap parking spaces: how many spaces, how to mark them and other important ADA information)
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Maine Handicap Parking Sign
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Nevada Handicap Parking Sign
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Ohio Handicap Parking Sign
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Oregon Handicap Parking Sign
Accessible / Handicap parking spaces must be identified by signs that include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs at van-accessible spaces must include the additional phrase “van-accessible.”
Handicap Parking Signs should be mounted so that the lower edge of the sign is at least five (5) feet above the ground. This helps the sign visibility both for motorists and local enforcement officials.
Handicap Parking Signs required for Existing ADA Compliant Facilities
New construction projects must meet minimum handicap parking standards with very few exceptions; alterations are also subject to strict requirements, although they may be more affected by existing structural conditions. Existing buildings and facilities which are not undergoing planned alterations are viewed a little differently.
Title II: Program Access
State and local government agencies that offer programs, services, or activities in existing facilities need to make sure that people with disabilities can gain access and participate in these activities. There are a variety of ways that agencies can ensure access to programs, but making structural improvements is often necessary.
Title III: Barrier Removal
Both commercial facilities and public accommodations must follow standards for new construction and alterations. Additionally, public accommodations (private businesses that are open to the general public, like retail stores, restaurants, banks, parking garages, and many others) must remove barriers when it is “readily achievable” to do so; readily achievable means “easily accomplishable and able to be carried out without much difficulty or expense.” Designating accessible parking is often readily achievable, and is considered a top priority because it enables many people with disabilities to “get in the door.”
Handicap Parking 2010 Regulations: Safe Harbor
The 2010 regulations include a “safe harbor” for features that already comply with the 1991 standards, but may not meet the new 2010 standards. For example: A retail store’s parking lot has a total of 250 parking spaces; in compliance with 1991 standards, the lot includes seven accessible spaces, one of which is van-accessible. The 2010 standards would require two van-accessible spaces, but the store does not have to modify its parking lot to provide the additional space until the lot undergoes a planned alteration (re-striping, re-surfacing, etc.) after March 15, 2012. If the lot is altered after that time, it will then be brought into compliance with the 2010 standards, to the maximum extent feasible.
One of every six handicap parking spaces, or fraction thereof, must be marked with an additional “van-accessible.” handicap parking sign. For example: A parking lot with 400 total spaces needs eight accessible spaces, and two of those eight spaces must be van-accessible. Handicap Parking spaces must connect to the shortest possible accessible route to the accessible building entrance or facility they serve.
Number of Accessible Parking Spaces Requirements
| # Parking Spaces | Minimum Required Handicap Parking Spaces |
| 1-25 | 1 |
| 26-50 | 2 |
| 51-75 | 3 |
| 76-100 | 4 |
| 101-150 | 5 |
| 151-200 | 6 |
| 201-300 | 7 |
| 301-400 | 8 |
| 401-500 | 9 |
| 501-1000 | 2% total |
| 1001+ | 20, plus 1 (or fraction therof) more for each 100 over 1001 |
Accessible parking spaces must be identified by Handicap Parking Signs that include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs at van-accessible spaces must include the additional phrase “van-accessible.”
Signs should be mounted so that the lower edge of the sign is at least five (5) feet above the ground. This helps ensure visibility both for motorists and local enforcement officials.
Handicap Parking Sign Exceptions
Parking lots that have four or fewer total spaces do not need to designate the accessible space with a handicap parking sign. This means that for the purposes of local enforcement (at least in most jurisdictions), anyone, with or without a disability, can park in the handicap parking space. This is intended to excuse very small entities from having to reserve 25% to 100% of their available parking for individuals with disabilities.
Residential facilities where parking spaces are assigned to specific dwelling units are also exempt from the requirement to post signs at accessible spaces.
Note that these two exemptions are only related to signs; accessible parking spaces must still be provided in appropriate numbers and with other required features (minimum width, etc.).
Maintenance of Handicap Parking Sign
It is important that accessible features be maintained, and outdoor spaces can be especially challenging because of weather and other conditions. Accessible parking spaces, aisles, and routes should be maintained in good repair and kept clear of snow, ice, or fallen leaf build-up.
The ADA establishes these requirements to ensure that when handicap parking facilities are provided by entities covered by Title II or Title III, accessible parking spaces with certain features are available. Many state and local governments have their own requirements, which may be more specific or more stringent in some ways.
Each state also establishes criteria and procedures to issue accessible handicap parking permits (often in the form of distinctive license plates or placards) to individuals with disabilities. Enforcement activities related to these issues (fraudulent use of permits, illegal parking in accessible spaces, etc.) are typically carried out by state and local authorities, such as city police departments.
Other requirements may be relevant in different situations or under different laws. For example, the Fair Housing Act requires covered housing providers to make “reasonable accommodations” for residents with disabilities, which could mean reserving a parking space for a specific individual.
All Standard ADA Requirements can be found on TrafficSigns.com
The U.S. Department of Justice provides information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through a toll-free
ADA Information Line. 800 - 514 - 0301 (voice) 800 - 514 - 0383 (TTY)
TrafficSigns.com follows federal requirements for handicap parking sign compliance
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Americans with Disabilities Act homepage
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MUTCD State and Federal Guidelines for Handicapped Parking Signs
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2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design Identification [502.6]
Handicapped parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation “van accessible.” Signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured to the bottom of the sign.
State signage requirements vary greatly and may include penalty signs. Please check with that state of Oregon to be sure that you are following the correct requirements.
Related Products
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Van Accessible Handicapped Parking Sign
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Other Parking Signs
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Posts and Hardware for Handicapped Parking Signs
The ADA establishes these requirements to ensure that when handicap parking facilities are provided by entities covered by Title II or Title III, accessible parking spaces with certain features are available. Many state and local governments have their own requirements, which may be more specific or more stringent in some ways.
Each state also establishes criteria and procedures to issue accessible handicap parking permits (often in the form of distinctive license plates or placards) to individuals with disabilities. Enforcement activities related to these issues (fraudulent use of permits, illegal parking in accessible spaces, etc.) are typically carried out by state and local authorities, such as city police departments.
Other requirements may be relevant in different situations or under different laws. For example, the Fair Housing Act requires covered housing providers to make “reasonable accommodations” for residents with disabilities, which could mean reserving a parking space for a specific individual.
All Standard ADA Requirements can be found on TrafficSigns.com
The U.S. Department of Justice provides information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through a toll-free
ADA Information Line. 800 - 514 - 0301 (voice) 800 - 514 - 0383 (TTY)
TrafficSigns.com follows federal requirements for handicap parking sign compliance
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Americans with Disabilities Act homepage
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MUTCD State and Federal Guidelines for Handicapped Parking Signs
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2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design Identification [502.6]
Handicapped parking space identification signs shall include the International Symbol of Accessibility. Signs identifying van parking spaces shall contain the designation “van accessible.” Signs shall be 60 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground surface, measured to the bottom of the sign.
State signage requirements vary greatly and may include penalty signs. Please check with that state of Oregon to be sure that you are following the correct requirements.
Related Products
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Van Accessible Handicapped Parking Sign
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Other Parking Signs
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Posts and Hardware for Handicapped Parking Signs
