"Universal design" is a broader, more comprehensive "design-for-all" approach to the development of architecture around human diversity. What is the difference between "accessibility" and "universal design"?
"Accessibility" is the combination of various elements in a building or area which allows access, circulation, and the full use of the building and facilities by persons with disabilities.
The 2016 Access Compliance Advisory Manual is revised to include the 2016 CBC Supplement published on January 1, 2018, effective July 1, 2018. Summary of 2019 California Building Code Changes for Accessibility (PDF).The following document provides a summary of significant changes to the CBC as amended by DSA during the Triennial Adoption of the 2019 CBC. 2019 California Access Compliance Advisory Reference Manual (PDF).
Additionally, an expanded table of contents for Chapter 11B is provided at the beginning of Chapter 11B. The following document contains the 2019 CBC accessibility provisions adopted by DSA and commentary on selected requirements.
The 2019 Access Compliance Advisory Manual is revised to include the 2019 Intervening Code Cycle Supplement published on January 1, 2021, effective July 1, 2021.