Overcoming the barriers - providing physical access to historic buildings
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Abstract
Explains how historic buildings from which services are provided for the public might be made more physically accessible; explains the relevant planning legislation and how it interacts with the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA); and it also provides examples of how some buildings have been adapted to accommodate disabled access.
History
This document is no longer available from the original publisher, therefore the status is unconfirmed.
ISBN
9781857601046
Subjects
- Historic buildings
- Accessibility
- Provision for disabled people
- Building types
- Special subject areas
Publisher History
Cadw is the historic environment service of the Welsh Assembly Government.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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