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At least one accessible route shall connect accessible building or facility entrances with the primary entrance of each accessible unit, Type A unit and Type B unit within the building or facility and with those exterior and interior spaces and facilities that serve the units. At least one accessible route shall connect the accessible entrance to attached multi-story single-family units with separate means of egress in planned developments required by Section 18-11-1107.5.4.1 with exterior spaces and facilities that serve the units.
Exceptions:
1. If the slope of the finished ground level between accessible facilities and buildings exceeds one unit vertical in 12 units horizontal (1:12), or if physical barriers prevent the installation of an accessible route, a vehicular route with parking that complies with Section 18-11-1106 at each public or common use facility or building is permitted in place of the accessible route.
2. Exterior decks, patios or balconies that are part of Type B units and have impervious surfaces, and are not more than 4 inches (102 mm) below the top of the swinging door threshold or sliding door track.
(Amend Coun. J. 7-26-06, p. 81373, § 1)