Progressive access: unique solutions for historic buildings
Series: Journal of Architectural Conservation ; 3(10) November 2004, 73-86(14)Publication details: 2004Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: Discusses the range and types of solutions which can be used to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 in respect of historic buildings. Reflects on the inherent opportunities and limitations of each building or site and illustrates that there is no single statutory right answer. Concludes the flexibility needed is reflected in the newly revised Building Regulations Approved Document M, which provides for access statements to be submitted in the planning context. This will enable building owners to explain their preferred approach to disabled access and why it may vary from the standard guidance. The access planning process is outlined in the revised English Heritage guidance note "Easy access to historic buildings", published in July 2004. View report at www.english-heritage.org.uk. (Taken from article abstract).| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS68416 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 128036-1001 |
Discusses the range and types of solutions which can be used to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 in respect of historic buildings. Reflects on the inherent opportunities and limitations of each building or site and illustrates that there is no single statutory right answer. Concludes the flexibility needed is reflected in the newly revised Building Regulations Approved Document M, which provides for access statements to be submitted in the planning context. This will enable building owners to explain their preferred approach to disabled access and why it may vary from the standard guidance. The access planning process is outlined in the revised English Heritage guidance note "Easy access to historic buildings", published in July 2004. View report at www.english-heritage.org.uk. (Taken from article abstract).