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ADA 101 – Bottom Extension at Stairs

ADA 101 info graphic with ADAS 2010 section 505.10.3 code text and example pictures 2010 ADAS 505.10.3 Bottom Handrail Extension at Stairs

At the bottom of a stair flight, handrails shall extend at the slope of the stair flight for a horizontal distance at least equal to one tread depth beyond the last riser nosing. Extension shall return to a wall, guard, or the landing surface, or shall be continuous to the handrail of an adjacent stair flight.

Citation according to 2010 ADAS. Check your state’s accessibility laws. Some states such as California, Georgia and Florida have additional requirements and standards.