Accessibility by Building Type: Multi-Use Facilities

This course explores the unique accessibility challenges and opportunities presented by multi-use facilities—spaces that combine multiple functions such as residential, commercial, recreational, and community services within a single building or site. Participants will examine how the 2010 ADA Standards apply across a variety of facility types, including mixed-use developments, multi-sport complexes, and community centers. The course covers key definitions, scoping provisions, and technical requirements, while also introducing universal design principles that support more inclusive environments. By the end of the course, participants will be able to define multi-use facilities, identify applicable accessibility requirements, explain their impact on users with disabilities, and evaluate opportunities to go beyond compliance to create truly welcoming spaces.