Through the FHA FIRST program LCM provides building industry professionals with technical guidance on Fair Housing Act Guidelines and compliance. There are approximately 139.6 million dwelling units in the U.S. Over 40% are in multifamily buildings of four or more units that are subject to Fair Housing Act requirements. Training Overview As part of the …
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As the Program Manager for HUD’s Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST initiative LCM conducts a series of free webinars. The sessions promote compliance with design and construction requirements of the Fair Housing Act. These sessions are rescheduled from the canceled spring live trainings. Upcoming FHA FIRST Webinars: FHA Policy, Regional focus, San Jose, CA – THIS …
How can a project team plan for accessibility success in their design and construction projects? We break it down for you in three simple steps. 1. Don’t design to the minimum Measurement standards and construction tolerances are typical concepts in all areas of design and construction. The question is often “how much off …
LCM is developing an ADA Transition Plan with Ohio University. By working together, the plan improves the accessibility of the University’s main campus. These efforts are in compliance with accessibility requirements of Title II of the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. ADA Transition Plan work includes: Conduct surveys of buildings and exterior …
The Chicago Housing Authority and its project partners consistently rely on LCM to evaluate compliance with UFAS, FHA, ADA, ADAAG, and the Chicago Building Code for multifamily properties. CHA retained LCM as a third party certifier to verify compliance with applicable accessibility regulations and code requirements in Senior, Family, and Scattered Site Housing developments, as …
Is an ADA Training Program Right for Your Business? LCM teaches clients how to perform their own surveys and assessments. Options include classroom training, field instruction, webinars, or the production of videos and guideline standards. Why a training program? A variety of situations may prompt a business to initiate an ADA training program: confronting …
LCM assisted the University of Minnesota, Mankato to develop an ADA Title II Transition Plan. The plan addresses barriers to programs and services on the school’s 303 acre campus. We structured a phased approach to meet the University’s goals, schedule, and budget. First, we conducted a physical survey of all facilities and campus routes to …
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Property Types Luxury Boutique Resort & Spa Extended Stay Limited Service Time Share Microhotel Cruiseline Fleet LCM team members develop corrective strategies to help the hospitality industry comply with ADA hospitality accessibility standards and requirements. We identify ADA deficiencies and find appropriate solutions and determine schedules to address accessibility compliance in guest rooms, common areas, …
Construction Type New, Renovation LCM plays a significant role in making Chicago Public Schools facilities and programs more accessible to all students, including those with disabilities. Our work addresses ADA and local code compliance for new construction, additions, and alterations. Since a major Capital Improvement Program initiated in 1996, we have worked with CPS staff, …
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development sponsors Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST to promote Fair Housing Act compliance. Nearly 40 million multifamily buildings are subject to the FHA’s design and construction requirements. As Program Manager for FHA FIRST, LCM provides technical guidance to the public through a comprehensive training curriculum, a toll-free Design and …