Upcoming Disabled Access & Code Changes Forum

On Thursday, June 27, 2024, the City will host workshops presented by John Caprarelli, P.E., CASp, on accessibility requirements and regulations for businesses. Discussion topics will include:

• What accessibility laws apply to businesses?
• What elements of a business must be accessible to the disabled?
• What is the potential liability if a business does not comply?
• What about accessibility for outdoor dining in the right of way?
• What are the most common violations alleged in accessibility lawsuits?
• How can I get my business evaluated?
• What are the changes in 2024 to the California Building Code regarding disabled access and how will they affect my business?
• A Question and Answer period will be included.

Who Should Attend: Geared toward business operators and owners, the workshops would also benefit architects, designers, contractors, and those interested in accessibility laws. 

Location: 630 Garden Street, David Gebhard Meeting Room, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (entrance closest to the parking lot)

Sessions: (Same info presented in each)

• Thursday, June 27, 2024
  8:30 am-12:00 pm
• Thursday, June 27, 2024
  1:00 pm- 4:30 pm

This is a free event open to the public. Seating is limited. Please visit the event site to register.

Event Questions: Please email AccessibilityTraining2024@SantaBarbaraCA.gov