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Legislation: Pacific States Region - 2002 Archives


June 2002 - California - Court rules cities must make sidewalks accessible

A San Francisco Federal Appeals Court ruled that a sidewalk is considered a service of the government, and therefore should be held to the accessibility standards set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ruling would call for all cities throughout California and the other eight Western states covered by the circuit, to develop plans to clear sidewalks of any obstructions or barriers that may be hazardous to those who use wheelchairs. This may include the sealing of cracks, the clearing of branches, and / or the movement of utility poles, signs or other stationary objects obstructing easy and safe passage by any individual with a visual or physical disability. While changes are not expected immediately, cities are expected to draw up a plan to address any and all possible obstructions over time. As the first appellate decision on this issue, this ruling may hold great significance for similar cases throughout the United States.

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