290 R.I. Code R. 290-RICR-30-00-2.2

Current through December 3, 2024
Section 290-RICR-30-00-2.2 - Purpose

The purpose of these Rules and Regulations is to establish standards for the construction and maintenance of sidewalks and curbs which will make sidewalks abutting public highways more easily accessible to people who are disabled and in conformance with Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its implementing regulations, the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (ADAAG) ( 28 C.F.R. Part 36) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as applicable, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 and the State Building Code (2010) by reference and only to the extent that the provisions therein are not inconsistent with these regulations. Nothing in these Regulations shall be construed to enlarge the responsibility of the State of Rhode Island regarding the construction and maintenance of sidewalks which is currently set forth in R.I. Gen. Laws Chapters 24-5 and 24-8.

290 R.I. Code R. 290-RICR-30-00-2.2