Writers & Books
Small black box theater perfect for intimate performances
Location
740 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14607
Manager
Chris Fanning
Accessible Approach/Entrance
- Lift access from entrance
- Route of travel is slip resistant and at least 36” wide
- Objects can be detected by person with visual disability using a cane
- Curbs have curb cuts at drives, parking, and drop off
Parking and Drop-Off Areas
- 1 accessible parking space available with 8’ wide access aisle – no need for 98” of vertical clearance in outdoor parking lot
- Access aisle for van space marked with hash marks
- Drop off location in lot (out of traffic) for paratransit user with accessible path on sidewalk to entrance
- Accessible space is closest to accessible entrance on proper route
- Accessible space marked with International Symbol of Accessibility
Entrance
- Rear entrance to building is accessible and provides direct access to the main floor
- Lift given as alternative to main entrance stairs
- Alternate accessible entrance can be used independently (but only to exit)
- Entrance door has at least 32” of clear opening with at least 18” of clear wall on the pull side of door, next to handle
- Threshold edge is accessible
- Door handle no higher than 48” and operable with closed fist (opened with 5 pounds or less pressure)
Rooms and Spaces
- Aisles and pathways to materials and services at least 36” wide
- 5’ space for turning a wheelchair completely
- Obstacles are cane-detectable in circulation paths through public areas
Seats, Tables, and Counters
- No fixed seating so allows for rearranging
- Companion seating available
- Counter has unobstructed space in front of it (measures no less than 30” x 48”) and items are easily reached
Vertical Circulation
- Lift to main level with elevator access
Elevator
- Elevator available
- Call button in hallway no higher than 42”
- 60” diameter for circle or t-turn with shut doors
- Car controls no higher than 48” with emergency controls no higher than 35”
- Hoist way signs at jambs with accurate braille, raised characters and tactile between 48” and 60”
- Audible tones to announce current floor
- Visual cues on the elevator and in the vestibule indicating floor and direction of elevator
Restrooms
- Fully accessible with pictograms used to identify restrooms (includes braille)
- Doorway to restroom is at least 32” clear with accessible handles
- Adequate maneuvering space for a person using a wheelchair (approximately 5’ diameter clear space to make turns)
- 36” wide path to all fixtures
- Stall doors operable with a closed fist inside and out
- Accessible stall with grab bars behind and on the side of wall nearest to the toilet
- Toilet seat less than 19” high
- Faucet operable with closed fist
- Soap and paper towel dispenser not higher than 44”
Contact
- Chris Fanning: (585) 473-2590 ext. 104
