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Check in window / check out window Dr's office

How about, IF a writing surface is provided for customers then there must be a writing surface provided and accessible also.
 
The requirement for a check writing surface only applies to checkout isles but the 34" rule applies to "work surfaces". So a sales and service counter can be at 36" and be compliant.
 
As per ANSI A117.1-2003, 904.1: This window shall be at 36” AFF maximum AND the accessible portion shall extend the full depth from front to back (no visual obstructions or bump ups). It can permit either a parallel approach with this portion being 36” in width, or it can provide a front approach with knee and toe clearance. Either case is OK.

As far as a check writing surface, ANSI A117.1-2003 904.4.3 is a sub heading of 904.4 “Checkout Aisles” (Grocery Store Checkout) and is not really applicable. But if a shelf was provided, it then should meet work surface height of 34” AFF for a parallel approach

Also 43" AFF for a vision panel only applies to doors and sidelites to doors (ANSI 404.2.10), not to customer service windows... this is section is a sub section of 404.2 for Manual Doors
 
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Jim B said:
As per ANSI A117.1-2003, 904.1: This window shall be at 36” AFF maximum AND the accessible portion shall extend the full depth from front to back (no visual obstructions or bump ups). It can permit either a parallel approach with this portion being 36” in width, or it can provide a front approach with knee and toe clearance. Either case is OK.As far as a check writing surface, ANSI A117.1-2003 904.4.3 is a sub heading of 904.4 “Checkout Aisles” (Grocery Store Checkout) and is not really applicable. But if a shelf was provided, it then should meet work surface height of 34” AFF for a parallel approach

Also 43" AFF for a vision panel only applies to doors and sidelites to doors (ANSI 404.2.10), not to customer service windows... this is section is a sub section of 404.2 for Manual Doors
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Looks like we are on the same page with this one. My only issue is that in email I got 34" from the PA L&I who audits us for accessibility.
 
ADAAG compliance is invariably a requirement for his facility in order to take their money.Suggest that he contact the Insurance companies for which he is a provider for additional guidance...:cheers:cheers:cheers:cheers
 
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