Access Publications
While these guides offer valuable guidance, it is essential to note that they are not intended to replace the applicable codes and standards or provide legal advice.
I offer these guides at no charge with the hope that they will enhance your understanding of accessibility.
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Guide to Federal and State Regulations for Accessible Housing in California
This guide includes flowcharts, definitions, and pertinent sections of federal and state regulations to help determine which standards apply to housing projects. At the project's outset, scoping to identify the applicable regulations provides a solid foundation for achieving access compliance.
New to this edition are farm worker housing requirements from the United States Department of Agriculture, and additional information on the Tax Credit Allocation Committee Regulations.
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The 2025 California Access Compliance Advisory Manual
This guide includes the 2025 Triennial Code Cycle Amendments with a publication date of July 1, 2025, and an effective date of January 1, 2026. Included in the 2025 CACAM are the California Building Code sections adopted by the Division of the State Architect. The manual also includes advisories from the US Department of Justice, the US Access Board and the Division of the State Architect.