Commercial remodeling · Fort Worth, TX
Commercial Accessibility in Fort Worth, TX
The Rockaway Company helps Fort Worth businesses improve access to their buildings. We discuss the barriers in your space and plan remodeling work around the applicable requirements and your project’s scope.
33 years in business — since 1993
One team for design, planning and construction
BBB A+ accredited · Accessibility remodeling
Making the Building Accessible
An accessible entrance needs a usable route to the spaces customers and employees visit. Depending on the property, work may include:
- Entry and curb ramps
- Doorway and threshold improvements
- Handrails
- Changes to walking surfaces
- Restroom modifications
- Accessible counters and drinking fountains
The right solution depends on the building, its use and the work being proposed. A single new ramp or grab bar does not establish compliance for an entire property.
Planning for Accessibility Requirements
The ADA sets accessibility requirements for covered businesses and commercial facilities. New construction, alterations and barrier removal in existing facilities have different rules. Texas Accessibility Standards may also apply, with state registration, plan review and inspection requirements for covered projects.
Before construction, identify the requirements with the project’s design professionals, local building department and a Texas Registered Accessibility Specialist when required. The Rockaway Company does not hold a specific accessibility certification or provide a legal certification of a building’s compliance.
For current guidance, see ADA.gov’s business accessibility overview and the Texas Architectural Barriers program.
Discuss Your Accessibility Project
We can walk through the space with you, discuss practical remodeling options and estimate construction based on the agreed scope. Required professional reviews and inspections should be included in the project plan.
Call The Rockaway Company at 817-485-9855 to get started.
Frequently asked questions
What does ADA compliance involve for a business?
Physical access can involve parking, entrances, routes, doors, restrooms, counters and signage. Businesses may also have obligations concerning policies and communication that construction alone cannot address. The applicable requirements depend on the facility and its use.
Can you visit a building we already own?
Yes. We can discuss access barriers and potential remodeling work with you. A construction consultation does not replace a formal accessibility review or determine the building’s legal compliance.
Do you carry out the construction?
Yes. We provide design-build remodeling services. Any required independent plan review, permitting or specialist inspection remains part of the wider project process.
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