Accessibility · Defined
Alteration (accessibility)
A change to an existing building or facility that may trigger accessibility requirements under the governing rules. Its treatment depends on the nature and scope of the work.
Why it matters
New construction, alterations, maintenance, and existing-facility obligations are not interchangeable categories. Define the project’s work and applicable criteria before determining what must be addressed. Technical consulting supports that review without replacing legal interpretation.
In practice
A project example
A renovation affecting a room’s use or layout needs a scope-specific accessibility review; the fact that the building is existing does not resolve the question.
Technical references
General educational guidance from KOW Building Consultants. Examples are illustrative, not project records. The applicable contract, standard, program, and jurisdiction control the requirements for a specific assignment.