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Wheelchair Lifts

Wheelchair Lifts

Description

  • Work scopes in this area may include: installing a new ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accessible lift with controls, railings, and electrical lines.

Baseline

  • Wheelchair lifts shall not be a part of a required accessible route in new construction except as indicated in 2022 NYC Building Code Section 1109.8.
  • Usually found in community centers.

Relevant Codes & Regulations

NYC Building Code — Platform & Wheelchair Lifts
Local requirements for lift location, fire protection, and accessibility
ASME A18.1 — Platform Lifts & Stairway Chairlifts
Primary national safety standard for wheelchair lift systems
2010 ADA Standards — Platform Lifts
Conditions where lifts are permitted and dimensional requirements
NYC DOB — Elevator & Lift Inspections
Inspection, permitting, and maintenance requirements

Strategies

Ensure Accessibility & Inclusion

Ensure Accessibility & Inclusion

Community CentersEntryways

Last Updated on June 30, 2026 at 10:03 am