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Dunkin Donuts – Burlington, MA

Completed the roadway paving and Dunkin Donuts parking lot this year in Burlington, MA. We’ve all been to Dunkin Donuts so we all now how hard this project can be. There may be no busier parking lots in this state than Dunkin Donuts. Between the milling and paving we were in and out in less than 5 days. Thank you to all for your patience and cooperation during this project. 

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Amanda shares Grandma’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Rose Paving Chicago recently welcomed National Account Manager, Amanda Simmons, to the local Chicago Division as an Account Executive. She’s really excited for the opportunity to build her own customer base and to get to work with local Chicago businesses.

Amanda is a graduate from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL with a degree in Sociology and also played soccer on their women’s team. Amanda remains busy with her husband and two kids, Parker (3 years) and Richie (2 years old). She also loves to golf, garden and creating new projects around the house for her husband.

Amanda has over 8 years of experience in the construction industry. Prior to Rose Paving she was helping manage a construction company specializing in heavy highway and underground projects. Amanda loves the fast paced, always changing dynamic of construction, while also loving crafty or DIY ideas and in that spirit has a delicious chocolate chip cookie recipe to share from her own grandma.

Grandma’s Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients

2 sticks butter at room temperature Leave them out for 15 minutes on your counter

3/4 cup of brown sugar

1/4 cup white sugar

(1) 3.4 oz package of vanilla  instant pudding mix

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 1/4 cup flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

Cream the butter and sugars until the sugar has completely incorporated  with the butter

Add in the pudding mix, eggs and vanilla extract

Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix only until combined

Add chocolate chips and mix in the chocolate chips into the batter with a spatula or by hand

Drop a spoonful of cookie dough onto a baking sheet and bake until slightly golden around 12 minutes.

Be careful not to overcook these. If you’re making big ole cookies then you’ll need to adjust baking time. Keep your eyes on them because if they turn darker than golden you’re not going to get that chewy soft texture!

Remove cookies and let cool for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack

 ENJOY!

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Dear Community Members,

As the great Bob Dylan once sang, “oh the times, they are a-changin’.”  Though these lyrics were written years ago, they still ring true in the present day. During these troubled times, it’s important to look back to see not only how far we’ve come, but also how our actions as community members shape the world around us. Rose Paving opened its doors in 1974 as a family-owned and operated company, and since that time we have always worked hard to give back to the surrounding communities that support us. Over the last four decades, we have had many opportunities to reinvest in our local infrastructure with incredibly positive results.

In recent years, we have committed ourselves to engage in an ongoing conversation about diversity in the workplace and how that commitment enriches the communities in which we live and thrive. One of our most effective efforts has been with Center for Companies That Care, an organization that since 2002 has been “dedicated to ensuring social sustainability and improving the lives of individuals, families, and communities.” After some of our members started mentoring in the AIM High Program, which works with underserved high school students until they graduate from college, our organization grew more involved with the positive message and effect being spread by Center for Companies That Care. This year, we were named to Center for Companies That Care’s Honor Roll for our years of dedication to taking into account the human toll when making business decisions regarding employees, customers, and (as it relates to our community involvement) underserved students.

It indeed takes a village to raise a child, and every child deserves a vested interest in the future. By working with high school students to help them prepare for college, we’re not only investing our resources in bettering the lives of individual community members but also in the community itself. To remain a socially responsible company, Rose Paving will continue to work with Center for Companies That Care as well as other organizations that promote the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

  Sincerely, Tim Chimack Vice President, Rose Paving

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Americans With Disabilities Act: Celebrating 30 Years of Equal Access

As we approach the thirtieth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we reflect on the significance of this landmark legislation and look toward a future of equal access opportunities for all Americans.

What Can We Do To Recognize and Celebrate the ADA

Since its passage in 1990, the Americans With Disabilities Act has helped increase access and opportunity for people with disabilities in our nation’s workplaces and communities. To celebrate the 30 years of equal opportunity, we’ve gathered as many ways to recognize and celebrate the ADA as we could. 

Take a look and see what you can do to recognize the significance of disability inclusion and show your support for equal access in your community.

Get Social

One way to celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities ACt is to utilize your social media platforms to talk about disability inclusion. Post articles, events and inclusion tips using hashtags like #ADA30, #DisabilityInclusion and #InclusionMeansEveryone. 

#ThanksToTheADA

Are you going to an accessible place? Do you frequent a handicapped accessible business? Post a picture of yourself and others utilizing an accessible space and post it to social media with the hashtag #ThanksToTheADA to share you are celebrating the anniversary.

#ADA@30

As we near the thirtieth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University is posting thirty short essays about the law, the anniversary, and the cultural impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Check them out and post share your thoughts to social media using the hashtag #ADA@30.

Volunteer with a Disability Organization

Find a disability organization that aligns with your team (perhaps a team member is a parent of a child with a disability and you want to support them) or your company has adopted an organization to support. Find as many ways to volunteer and engage as you can.

Read the Timeline and History of the ADA

There is a lot of struggle, history and perseverance that went into drafting the Americans with Disabilities Act. You can learn all about the timeline and history of the ADA by visiting the ADA National Network. 

Make a List of Accessible Restaurants, Hotels and Venues Near You

Ensure there are no surprises when going out for team events by providing a list of accessible venues near your locations for visiting customers, clients and recruits. This should also include accessible transportation. Don’t forget to ask about accommodation needs before every team meeting. 

Renew Your Commitment to a Disability-Inclusive Workplace with Rose Paving

Are you a business owner? One way to celebrate the Americans with Disabilities Act is to review policies to ensure they convey a commitment to a disability-inclusive culture and update and disseminate as needed. 

Once you’ve renewed your commitment, you can then issue a press release expressing your organization’s commitment to the ADA and the actions you’ve taken to create a disability-inclusive organization. 

Nevertheless, if your review of your business reveals gaps in ADA compliance, then the best thing you can do to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the ADA is to call Rose Paving for an ADA compliance assessment.

DISCLAIMER: All ADA work is performed under the assumption that Rose Paving, LLC shall follow existing design plans and shall not provide design services.

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3 Alternative Uses for Your Parking Lot During COVID-19

Even during the COVID-19 downtime in retail, a lot is riding on your lot. While property managers have seen significantly reduced traffic to retail stores, restaurants, professional offices, and even some doctors’ offices, some have creatively transformed their parking lots into money—and memory—making opportunities.

Drive-in Theatres

One family-friendly solution? Transform your parking lot into a drive-in movie theatre. Purchase an outdoor screen and projector—or if your lot is small, you can DIY a projector for your laptop—then choose a G or PG movie, create a save the date graphic, and start promoting on social media. Share the information with your tenants and encourage them to share with their followers. If your business has food vendors, invite them to set up kiosks outside to sell food. Likewise, retailers can set up tents to sell their goods for a marketplace vibe. Charge $5-10 per car for a fun, low-effort way to keep your property top-of-mind with the public.

Some businesses, like Lowe’s, are hosting these drive-in movie theatres in their lots to raise money for small businesses within rural communities who have been hard hit by the pandemic. They use the drive-in event to raise funds for their grant program with the Local Initiatives Support Corporation, which provides relief to small and minority-owned businesses in paying rent, payroll, and operational expenses throughout the pandemic. If fundraising sounds like a good option for your business, consider donating the funds to your tenants impacted by the pandemic or using the funds to help offset their rent during the downtime.

Dining Al Fresco

Many property groups have provided their restaurant tenants with extra space to expand outdoor seating areas, allowing the restaurants to reopen safely and in accordance with their local government’s phased protocol. This approach can go a long way with your tenants, as it helps them expand their space safely while acting as a bit of a novelty for diners, who are looking forward to eating outside of the house again and seeing their favorite restaurants creatively transform parking lots into ambient dining experiences.

Lease Your Lot

If hosting an event or using your parking lot for expanded restaurant seating doesn’t sound like the right option for your business, consider leasing it out to earn additional revenue. Some malls are leasing their parking lots to businesses or hospitals needing to expand their space for food trucks, curbside pick-up operations, or even COVID-19 testing sites. This tactic takes the event planning off your plate but still allows for revenue.

Whatever solution is right for your business, make sure your parking lot is up-to-date before offering events, expanded seating, or the opportunity to lease. Meet all ADA requirements to ensure your facility is safe, free from barriers, and accessible for all. Reduce liabilities by filling potholes and cracks and creating a smooth, even surface. Keep the lot easy to navigate and traffic flowing with fresh lot marking. Create the right impression with tenants and their clients by ensuring your lot is in good condition. 

Contact Rose Paving for a free lot assessment to ensure your lot makes the grade and is ready for these new opportunities. Now is the perfect time for maintenance and upgrading your lot while traffic is low, so reach out today.

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Home Depot – Windham, ME

Complete parking lot paving for Home Depot in Windham, ME. This project was completed with little to no interruption to the store or its customers. Asphalt Services, Inc. would like to thank all of the workers and customers for your cooperation during the closures of sections of the parking lot. Without the right company like Asphalt Services, Inc. and the help of the store and its employees projects like this can become real nightmares.

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Rose Paving’s Guide to Accessibility Compliance (ACA) in Canada

Did you know that one in five (22%) Canadians has a disability? That’s why it’s important to maintain buildings, parking lots, sidewalks, and other areas so that those with disabilities and accessibility needs can access them. In Canada as well as the United States, accessibility requirements are important factors for business owners to maintain. That’s why we at Rose Paving have put together a guide to accessibility compliance in Canada with everything you’ll need to know

What is Canada’s ADA equivalent? 

Like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) not only applies to the construction of new spaces and buildings, it also governs organizations that offer goods and services; employ Canadian workers; provide accommodation; use a building and/or operate a business.

Historically, Canadian accessibility legislation had grouped together accessibility with other grounds of discrimination, such as ethnicity and gender. While this certainly conveys the concept that access to public buildings and businesses is a right, this left gaps in certain areas of social inclusion. 

In recent years (2019), there has been a tremendous advancement at the Federal and Provincial level in developing legislation that focuses specifically on the rights of people with disabilities, such as the Accessible Canada Act (C-81) and the AODA.

The Accessible Canada Act (C-81): An Act to Ensure a Barrier-Free Canada 

In May of 2019, The Accessible Canada Act (C-81) passed the House of Commons with unanimous support, ensuring all Canadians, especially those with physical disabilities, will have equal access to:

Service Delivery

Employment

The Built Environment

Information And Communications Technology

Procurement

Transportation

All of these standards apply to all businesses, including the one that applies specifically to properties is The Built Environment, which covers any surrounding created by and for human activity, like a walkway or a parking lot.

In short, businesses that cater to the public and/or private-sector must keep all areas free of barriers that may otherwise prevent a disabled person from accessing a facility or the goods offered. 

C-81 also requires developers to comply with a specific standard (CAN/CSA-b651) of requirements for making buildings and other facilities accessible to persons with a range of physical disabilities. You can learn more about those standards for CAN/CSA-b651 here. 

Canadian Provincial Accessibility Laws and Legislation

The Accessible Canada Act (C-81) is a federal law that applies to all public and/or private-sector organizations, but it is not the only legislation that mandates compliance. Businesses and buildings must also comply with accessibility laws and legislation of their province, as well.  

The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)

Ontario was the first of the Canadian provinces to enact specific legislation that compels organizations to comply with the five Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulations (IASR).

The five IASRs cover accessibility surrounding:

Information and Communications

Employment

Transportation

Customer service

Design of Public Spaces

Like The Accessible Canada Act, AODA mandates the accessibility of your organization but also your public and/or private-sector property. The design of public spaces standard of the AODA outlines the need for newly constructed or redeveloped public spaces to be accessible to persons with a range of physical disabilities and describes ways to make communal spaces more accessible.  You can learn more about Design of Public Spaces here. 

Following Ontario’s example, many provinces have introduced their own similar legislation based on the same integrated accessibility standards as the AODA, including:

The Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA)

Nova Scotia Accessibility Act

British Columbia Accessibility Act (Bill M 219)

Canadian Accessibility Compliance Resources

We’re here to help all businesses in Canada avoid noncompliance fines and penalties, and we understand the importance of ensuring your business and property are compliant not only with C-81, but also with all provincial accessibility standards and building codes. 

There are several useful resources that business owners can utilize to ensure their compliance with all local, state and federal ADA regulations. 

A few include:

Accessible Design for the Build Environment

Ontario Building Code

Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulations

Creating accessibility policies and multi-year plans

A Comprehensive Guide for Developing Accessibility Policies and Plans

How to Create an Accessibility Plan and Policy

How to Complete your Accessibility Compliance Report (Private and Not for Profit Sectors)

How to Complete your Accessibility Compliance Report (Public Sector)

Canadian Accessibility Compliance Frequently Asked Questions

The federal government and the provinces are working tirelessly to make Canada more inclusive and accessible to everyone, which is why buildings and businesses are held to a high standard of accessibility compliance.

It’s Rose Paving’s goal to provide information and answers to all your ACA questions and help you comply with all local, provincial, and federal Canadian accessibility regulations. 

Q: Who Has To Comply With The Accessibility Laws?

A: Though the language is likely to vary between the different pieces of federal and provincial legislation, each set of laws typically applies to all organizations that are for, or rely on, the public and/or private-sector. 

Q: How are Canada’s Accessibility Acts Enforced?

A: Enforcement of the various bills differs depending on the organization or sector. However, most typically rely on a list of compliance activities, including: 

Inspections

Compliance Audits

Compliance Orders

Violation Warnings

Violation Penalties

Monetary Penalties

Compliance Agreements

Q: What Are The Penalties For Non-Compliance of ACA?

A: Like enforcement of accessibility laws, penalties vary from province to province. However, the penalties for AODA non-compliance in Ontario provide a good example of the penalties organizations can expect to see if they don’t meet ACA standards.

The maximum penalties under the AODA include a fine up to $50,000 dollars for each day a violation continues charged to a person and unincorporated organizations that are guilty of a major offense, and a fine up to $100,000 per day charged to a corporation that is guilty of a major offense.

Q: How Do You Become Accessible Compliant in Canada?

A: For a parking lot, garage or building to be considered accessible compliant in Canada, it must be free from barriers to and from handicapped parking spaces and to all accessible elements and spaces, including:

Walkways

Sidewalks

Curb ramps and pedestrian ramps

Lobbies and corridors 

Elevators

Sanitary facilities and restrooms

The best way to ensure all of your properties are compliant is to contact Rose Paving Canada for an ACA consultation and assessment. Get started today!

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The Ultimate Guide to ADA Compliance

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a comprehensive federal law that ensures people with disabilities have equal access to all areas of public life, like employment opportunities and places of public accommodation.

If you operate a business with a commercial facility in the United States, then you’re likely already aware of the importance of complying with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Rose Paving has created this Guide to ADA Compliance with everything you need to make sure your facility is safe, free from barriers, and accessible for all. 

What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

Enacted in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a far-reaching federal law that guarantees equal opportunity for individuals withdisabilities in all areas of public life, specifically: 

Employment (Title I)

Public Services (Title II) 

Public Accommodations (Title III)

Telecommunications (Title IV) 

Miscellaneous (Title V)

Though the ADA applies to all sectors of public life, the sector that applies to your commercial property is Title III (Public Accommodations). In short, Title III sets the minimum standards for accessibility for alterations and new construction of facilities, known as 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Title III also mandates private entities, like hotels, restaurants, health clubs and movie theaters to remove barriers in existing buildings where it is easy to do so and without much difficulty or expense.  

Who is Subject to the ADA Requirements?

As a federal law, all areas of public life in the United States are subject to the ADA requirements. If you operate a business that relies on a commercial facility, you are subject to the ADA twice, via Title I and Title III. 

Title I applies to every employer and is designed to ensure people with disabilities have the same access to employment opportunities and benefits as people without disabilities. Title III, however, only applies to Private Places of Public Accommodation, defined as facilities, both public and private, used by the public, such as:

Hotels

Restaurants

Retail Merchants

Doctor’s Offices

Golf Courses

Private Schools

Day Care Centers

Health Clubs

Sports Stadiums

Movie Theaters

ADA Compliance Resources for Businesses

The Americans with Disabilities Act is an all-inclusive legal document filled with complicated technical language and standards that is, at times, difficult to understand. 

Fortunately, there are a plethora of ADA resources available to the general public:

2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Guidance on the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design 

Revised Final Title III Rule: A Compilation of Regulatory Provisions and Guidance — Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities

28 CFR Part 36 — Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities 

ADA Update: A Primer for Small Business 

Though the Americans with Disabilities Act is a federal law, state and local governments frequently exercise their right to pass accessibility legislation that goes above and beyond the federal standards. That is why we recommend consulting with your local Rose Paving team before you begin a new parking lot project.

Guide to ADA Compliance Arizona

Guide to ADA Compliance California

Guide to ADA Compliance Colorado

Guide to ADA Compliance Florida

Guide to ADA Compliance Georgia

Guide to ADA Compliance Illinois

Guide to ADA Compliance Tennessee

Guide to ADA Compliance Canada

Who Enforces Title III of the ADA?

As a federal law, Title III of the ADA is enforced by the Department of Justice (DOJ). According to 42 U.S.C. § 12188, the DOJ may bring legal action against any private entity that fails to comply with the ADA and its Standards for Accessible Design.

What are the ADA Requirements for Commercial Properties?

The ADA requirements for commercial properties are designed to ensure disabled access to  highly-trafficked areas of the facility referred to as Primary function Areas, defined as any area where people carry out one or more of the major activities for which a facility is utilized.

The Checklist of ADA Requirements for Commercial Properties is quite detailed and includes things like:

Installing accessible hardware on doors and windows.

Upgrading public and company bathrooms with accessible appliances.

Increasing the number of accessible parking spots to your parking lot.

Increasing the width of door frames to allow wheelchairs.

Installing ADA handicap ramps or creating curb cuts at entrances and exits. 

Keep in mind that commercial buildings constructed before 1990 are subject to a different set of regulations, outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities (Title III). 

What are the ADA Requirements for Accessible Parking Lots?

The minimum accessibility requirements for buildings and facilities are outlined in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design and categorized into two sections, Title II: Program Access and Title III: Barrier Removal.

Title II: Program Access requires all State and local government agencies to ensure that people with disabilities can gain access and participate in the activities they offer by adding accessible parking to their parking lots. 

Private entities, on the other hand, are subject to Title III: Barrier Removal, which mandates business owners to remove barriers when it is “readily achievable” to do so, such as designating accessible parking.

The number of accessible parking spaces required by the ADA varies depending on the total number of parking spaces in the parking lot. Generally speaking, however, a commercial facility needs one accessible parking space for every 25 parking spaces in the parking lot. 

What are the Penalties for ADA Noncompliance?

Any private entity that fails to comply with the ADA Standards for Accessible Design are not only subject to legal action from the Department of Justice (A fine ranging from $75,000 violation and $150,000 for every subsequent violation), but they are also subject to class action lawsuits filed by individuals with disabilities. 

How Do I Make Sure My Business is ADA Compliant?

The best way to ensure your commercial facility complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act is to read the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design and contact Rose Paving for a consultation. 

From handicapped accessible parking lots and parking lot pavement striping, to new access ramps and sidewalks, we at Rose Paving offer every service you need to ensure your parking lot, garage and commercial property comply with all ADA Title III: Public Accommodation requirements. 

Contact Rose Paving to get started on your ADA compliance assessment today!

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Rose Paving’s Guide to ADA Compliance in Tennessee

It’s critical for Tennessee businesses and buildings to ensure they are ADA Compliant for all entrances, walk ways, restrooms, and primary function areas. That’s why Rose Paving Nashville aims to be your trusted resource for all ADA Compliance information in Tennessee, and to provide all the answers you need to your most frequently asked questions. 

What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

The Americans with Disabilities Act is a comprehensive federal law enacted to protect the rights of Americans with disabilities. It does this by prohibiting discrimination and guaranteeing equal opportunities for people with disabilities.

What is ADA Compliance in Tennessee?

ADA compliance refers to a businesses legal obligation to adhere to the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act, which protects the rights of people with disabilities and ensures equal access to five sectors of public life:

Employment (Title I)

Public Services (Title II) 

Public Accommodations (Title III)

Telecommunications (Title IV) 

Miscellaneous (Title V)

As a business owner, the section of the ADA that most concerns your facility is Title III, public accommodation, which ensures reasonable access and accommodation for all disabled customers, clients and members of the public.    

How To Become ADA Compliant in Tennessee

In Tennessee, business owners are required to adhere to the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design to keep the built environment free from all barriers and ensure access to the for people with disabilities. 

While the ADA does not require retrofitting of existing buildings to eliminate barriers, it does establish a high standard of accessibility for new buildings. As such, public entities (public or private facilities used by the public) must ensure that newly constructed buildings are readily accessible to individuals with disabilities. Under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with disabilities may file lawsuits to enforce their right to equal access.

In short, if your business facility caters to the public, you’ll need to maintain accessibility to people with disabilities at all times. We can help. 

Tennessee ADA Compliance Resources

There are several useful resources that Tennessee business owners can utilize to ensure their compliance with all local, state and federal ADA regulations. 

A few additional resources include:

2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Guide to the ADA Standards

Guidance on the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design 

ADA Update: A Primer for State and Local Governments

ADA Update: A Primer for Small Business 

Current Ada Regulations: Title III (Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities)

Tennessee ADA Compliance Frequently Asked Questions

As with any federal law, there are a number of commonly asked questions that relate to ADA Compliance in Tennessee. 

Q: Who Is Required To Be ADA Compliant in Tennessee?

A: The Americans with Disabilities Act was enacted at the federal level. It applies to all local, state and federal agencies, as well as any privately run company, nonprofit or charitable organization that serves the public and/or employs 15 or more employees.

Q: What Happens If You Aren’t ADA Compliant in Tennessee?

A: Tennessee business owners who fail to comply with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design may be faced with a ADA Title III Class Action Lawsuit or an ADA Compliance Failure. 

Q: What are Places of Public Accommodation?

A: Places of Public Accommodation are public or private facilities used by the public, like retail stores, restaurants, movie theatres and office buildings. The term also includes public and commercial facilities like:

Government buildings

Gas Stations

Courthouses

Hotels

Sports Facilities

Q: What Standards Address the Built Environment?

A: The standards issued under the ADA address access to buildings in new construction and under new alterations. These standards establish design requirements for the construction and alteration of facilities to ensure access to the built environment for people with disabilities.

Q: What is a Primary Function Area?

A: A Primary Function Area is defined by the ADA as “any area where people carry out one or more of the major activities for which a facility is used” including offices and any areas where employees work and/or business is conducted. 

The ADA requires business owners to remove barriers that hinder a diabled persons access to a primary function area. 

Q: Do Parking Lots Have to Be ADA Compliant in Tennessee?

A: Yes. All physical construction and new alterations must maintain current ADA standards as outlined in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. It should be noted, however, that the legal signage for a handicap accessible parking spot in one state may not be the same as it is in another state. That is why we recommend consulting with your local paving contractor before you begin a new paving project. 

Q: How Do You Become ADA Compliant in Tennessee

A: According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, to be considered accessible compliant in Tennessee, the business or organization must ensure all handicapped parking spaces and all accessible elements and spaces, such as walks, sidewalks and ramps, are free from barriers of any kind.  

ADA Compliance for Parking lots, Garages and New Buildings

The best way to ensure your commercial facility complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act is to read the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design and Contact Rose Paving for a consultation. 

From handicapped accessible parking and pavement restriping, to new access ramps and sidewalks, we offer every service you need to ensure your parking lot, garage and commercial property comply with all ADA Title III: Public Accommodation requirements. Contact the Rose Paving team in Nashville today to begin your assessment.

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Rose Paving’s Guide to ADA Compliance in Illinois

If you own a business in the state of Illinois, then you likely already know the importance of maintaining ADA Compliance on your property. The Americans with Disabilities Act is an important piece of legislation that ensures equal opportunity and accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Rose Paving aims to be your trusted resource for both information pertaining to ADA regulations and answers to your most commonly asked questions related to ensuring ADA Compliance for your properties and parking lots. 

What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

Passed in 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guarantees the rights of individuals with disabilities by ensuring equal access to five specific sectors of public life: 

Employment (Title I)

Public Services (Title II)

Public Accommodations (Title III)

Telecommunications (Title IV)

Miscellaneous (Title V)

Title III concerns Public Accommodations, defined as facilities, both public and private, used by the public. Everything from restaurants and office buildings to theatres and warehouses are considered Places of Public Accommodation and, therefore, must ensure reasonable access and accommodation for all disabled customers, clients, and members of the public.   

Non-compliance with the ADA can lead to legal fees and a fine ranging of 75,000 for the first ADA violation and $150,000 for every subsequent violation.

How to Become ADA Compliant in Illinois

As federal law, every state requires its businesses and buildings to uphold the Americans with Disabilities Act regulation standard. However, state and local governments often extend additional accessibility standards above and beyond the minimum required by the ADA. The state of Illinois is one of those states that requires additional accessibility regulations. 

To help protect the rights of people with disabilities, the State of Illinois passed the Illinois Environmental Barriers Act. Enforced by the Disability Rights Bureau, the Illinois Environmental Barriers Act governs physical access for people with disabilities in new construction; additions and alterations to public facilities and multi-story housing.

For more information regarding the additional requirements that Illinois business and property owners are subject to, you can visit the  Accessibility Requirements under State and Federal Law on Illinois.gov. 

In summary, if you operate a business with a facility used for commercial purposes in Illinois, your building (including its parking lot and walkways) must be accessible to individuals with disabilities and remain free from barriers at all times. 

Illinois ADA Compliance Resources

Rose Paving Chicago understands the importance of keeping you informed when it comes to ADA Compliance for your parking lot. We’ve gathered a few additional resources that might come in handy for Illinois business and property owners. 

Additional resources include:

2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Guide to the ADA Standards

Guidance on the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design 

ADA Update: A Primer for State and Local Governments

ADA Update: A Primer for Small Business 

Current Ada Regulations: Title III (Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities)

Illinois Accessibility Code 

ADA Compliant in Illinois Frequently Asked Questions

There are several commonly asked questions when it comes to ADA compliance in Chicago and the State of Illinois. Below you’ll find Rose Paving’s answers and responses to some of the most frequently asked ADA questions.

Q: Who Is Required To Be ADA Compliant in Illinois?

A: Enacted in July of 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that applies to all local, state and federal agencies, as well as any privately run company, nonprofit or charitable organization that serves the public and/or employs 15 or more employees.

Q: What is the Penalty for Noncompliance in Illinois?

A: Businesses who fail to comply with the ADA Standards for Accessible Design are subject to a fine of 75,000 and $150,000 for every subsequent violation and to class action lawsuits filed by individuals with disabilities. 

Additionally, Illinois business owners who fail to comply with the Illinois Environmental Barriers Act may be investigated by the Illinois Attorney General, Disability Rights Bureau. 

Q: What are Places of Public Accommodation?

A: Places of Public Accommodation are defined as public or private facilities used by the public, like retail stores, restaurants, movie theatres and office buildings. The term also includes educational institutions, recreational facilities, and service centers. 

Q: How Does the Illinois Environmental Barriers Act Define “Public Facilities”?

A: The Illinois Environmental Barriers Act defines “Public” as “any group of people who are users of the building and employees of the building.”

The following are examples of Public Facilities:

Government buildings

Restaurants

Grocery Stores

Gas Stations

Courthouses

Theaters

Hotels

Sports Facilities

Religious Entities

Newly Constructed Multi-story Housing 

Q: Do Parking Lots Have to Be ADA Compliant?

A: Yes. Where parking is provided, the ADA standards require places of public accommodation to provide accessible parking spaces. It should be noted, however, that state and local accessibility standards may vary from state to state. 

Q: Who Is Exempt From The ADA in Illinois?

A: As a federal law, the Americans with Disabilities Act does not apply to religious organizations, private clubs or any entity historically exempt from federal civil rights laws, such as places of worship and facilities controlled by religious organizations.

Q: How Do You Become ADA Compliant in Illinois?

A: If you cater to the public or employ more than 15 employees in Illinois, then your business needs to comply with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. We can help. 

ADA Compliance for Parking Lots, Garages and New Buildings

From new parking lots to accessible pathways and pavement marking, we provide every service you need to ensure your parking lot is not only ADA compliant, but also complies with all state and local accessibility standards. 

Contact Rose Paving Chicago today to get started today on your ADA compliance assessment.

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Rose Paving’s Guide to ADA Compliance in Colorado

Is your Colorado business’s parking lot ADA compliant? Rose Paving Denver can help. 

If you own or business or manage an organization that caters to the public in any way, then you probably are already aware of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how you can ensure that your business offers equal access to everyone. 

What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a comprehensive piece of federal legislation that prohibits discrimination against anyone with a disability. The legislation is wide-reaching and applies to any business or organization that relies on the general public or operates with 15 or more employees on staff.

Included in the ADA is a set of design standards for the construction and alteration of facilities that ensure access to the built environment for people with disabilities. These standards are enforced by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and apply to places of public accommodation, commercial facilities, and all state and local government facilities.

How to Become ADA Compliant in Colorado

ADA compliance in Colorado looks much as it does in the rest of the country. As a federal law, the ADA applies no matter where you are in the United States. Compared to other states, however, Colorado is known to be especially litigious when it comes to ADA Title III (disability access) lawsuits. 

As such, many Colorado businesses and institutions, like the University of Colorado Boulder, have taken it upon themselves to document their additional commitment to ADA compliance. 

“At the University of Colorado Boulder, individuals with disabilities are entitled to access, support, and when appropriate, reasonable accommodations… A person with a disability who believes their disability is not being accommodated may file a complaint with the federal government through the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the U.S. Department of Justice.”

While these additional ADA commitments are not required, you can see how going above and beyond to ensure a safe, accessible environment for everyone is advisable. 

Colorado ADA Compliance Resources

Additionally, the team at Rose Paving Denver aims to ensure that all Colorado business owners are informed of how they can reach or maintain ADA compliance in their parking lots and beyond. That’s why we’ve gathered several supplemental resources to help you stay informed and ADA compliant. 

A few additional resources include: 

Guide to the ADA Standards

2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

ADA Guidelines and Standards

ADA Update: A Primer for State and Local Governments

ADA Update: A Primer for Small Business 

Current Ada Regulations: Title III (Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities)

ADA Compliance Frequently Asked Questions

Below are a few of the most commonly asked questions that relate to ADA compliance in Colorado, along with our answers and additional information. See below to learn more. 

Q: Who Is Required To Be ADA Compliant in Colorado?

A: The Americans with Disabilities Act is federal law, as such it applies to all local, state and federal agencies, as well as any privately run company, nonprofit or charitable organization that serves the public and/or employs 15 or more employees.

Q: What Happens If You Aren’t ADA Compliant in Colorado?

A: ADA violations can result in a fine up to 75,000 for the first ADA violation and $150,000 for every subsequent violation thereafter. 

Q: What does Built Environment mean?

A: The Built Environment is defined as any surrounding created by and for human activity, like a home or a parking lot. It includes all of the physical parts of where we live and work, and heavily  influences a person’s level of physical activity. For example, a wheelchair ramp that is inaccessible or nonexistent prevents a person with disabilities from patronizing a business. 

Q: Do Parking Lots Have to Be ADA Compliant?

A: Yes. All physical construction and new alterations are now subject to the current ADA standards and outlined in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. It should be noted, however, that each state and some municipalities exercise their right to set requirements above and beyond the ADA Standards. 

Q: Who Is Exempt From The ADA in Colorado?

A: Since it is a federal law, the ADA does not apply to:

Religious organizations

Private clubs

Any entity historically exempt from federal civil rights laws, such as:

places of worship

facilities controlled by religious organizations 

However, all new construction and alterations must still comply with 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Q: How Do You Become ADA Compliant in Colorado?

A: Colorado business owners can ensure their parking structures are ADA compliant by contacting Rose Paving for a parking lot consultation. We’ll assess your current ADA compliance and provide recommendations on how to achieve a safe, accessible parking lot. 

ADA Compliance for Parking lots, Garages and New Buildings

From new parking lots and handicapped ramps to accessible pathways and pavement marking, we’ll go over your property with a microscope to find every ADA infraction so everyone can patronize your business. 

Contact Rose Paving in Denver to get started today on your ADA compliance assessment. 

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Rose Paving’s Guide to ADA Compliance in Arizona

If you own or operate a business property in the state of Arizona, then you likely already know the importance of ensuring accessibility to all patrons, including those with disabilities. Rose Paving aims to be your trusted source of information on ADA Compliance in Arizona and provide answers to your most Frequently Asked Questions about ADA regulations in Arizona. 

What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

The Americans with Disabilities Act is a comprehensive federal law enacted to protect the rights of Americans with disabilities. It does this by prohibiting discrimination and guaranteeing equal opportunities for people with disabilities.

What is ADA Compliance in Arizona?

ADA compliance refers to the legal requirement of all State, local and federal agencies, and commercial entities to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, which guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, specifically: 

Employment (Title I)

Public Services (Title II) 

Public Accommodations (Title III)

Telecommunications (Title IV) 

Miscellaneous (Title V)

Title III: Public Accommodations prohibits any government agency or commercial entity from discriminating against individuals with disabilities by not providing an equal opportunity to access their commercial facility and utilize it in the way it was intended. 

As a federal law, the ADA not only applies to all local, county, state, and federal government agencies, it also applies to the majority of the 550,000 small businesses in Arizona classified as a Public Place of Accommodation, such as:

Hotels

Restaurants

Retail Merchants

Doctor’s Offices

Golf Courses

Private Schools

Day Care Centers

Health Clubs

Sports Stadiums

Movie Theaters

The ADA is enforced by the Department of Justice, who ensures private public entities maintain 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design standards and keep their properties free from all barriers as soon as they can. 

How Do You Know If You are ADA Compliant in Arizona?

Though the ADA is a federal law, Arizona state and local governments may pass their own legislation that enforces accessibility standards above and beyond the federal ADA requirement. 

Arizona ADA Compliance Resources

It’s important for Arizona business and property owners to be knowledgeable in and compliant with all local, state, and federal ADA regulations. That’s why we’ve put together even more resources for Arizona business and property owners to utilize. 

These additional resources include: 

2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Guidance on the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design 

Accessibility Plan Review Checklist​ 

Parking Requirements ​​​Guideline Package

Accessible, Parking Standards

Arizona State ADA Compliance Frequently Asked Questions

Arizona is known to hold its business and building owners to a very high ADA standard with severe consequences for noncompliance. Below you’ll find the most commonly asked questions and answers regarding ADA compliance in Arizona. 

Q: Who Is Required To Be ADA Compliant in Arizona?

A: The Americans with Disabilities Act applies to all local, county, state, and federal government agencies; any business or organization that relies on the general public or is for its benefit and/or any business or organization that operates with 15 or more employees on staff.

Q: What Happens If You Aren’t ADA Compliant in Arizona?

A: The ADA gives people with disabilities the right to file lawsuits in Federal court and obtain Federal court orders to stop ADA violations. Therefore, any Arizona business that does not comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act may face legal action. 

Q: What is the penalty for violating the ADA?

A: Violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act can result in fines up to $75,000 for the first ADA violation and $150,000 for subsequent violations. 

Q: What is a Primary Function area?

A: The ADA defines a Primary Function Area as “any area where people carry out one or more of the major activities for which a facility is used.”  That includes offices and any areas where employees work and/or business is conducted. 

Q: Who Is Exempt From The ADA in Arizona?

A: Like certain taxes, the ADA does not apply to religious organizations, private clubs or any entity historically exempt from federal civil rights laws, such as places of worship and facilities controlled by religious organizations (school, day care, etc.).

Q: How Do You Become ADA Compliant in Arizona?

A: Businesses and buildings may be non ADA compliant without intention. Common culprits include old building features such as narrow doors, a step at an entrance door, or a crowded check-out aisle – these are considered barriers to access by people with disabilities. A few ways to ensure ADA compliance is to remove barriers, widen entrances, and install visual alarms throughout the building. 

ADA Compliance for Parking lots, Garages and New Buildings

For a parking lot, garage or building to be considered ADA compliant, the business must provide unobstructed access to and from handicapped parking spaces to all accessible elements and spaces, such as walks, sidewalks, curb ramps and pedestrian ramps, lobbies and corridors, elevators, and sanitary facilities.

However, the best way to ensure all your parking lots meet ADA regulations is to contact Rose Paving for a consultation. From ADA consulting to pavement restriping, we offer every service you need to maintain your business/parking lot’s ADA Compliance in Arizona. Contact the Rose Paving team in Phoenix, Arizona today.

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Rose Paving’s Guide to ADA Compliance in Georgia

Is your Georgia parking lot ADA Compliant? 

The Americans with Disabilities Act guarantees equal access to people with disabilities and  requires privately owned Places of Public Accommodation to comply with accessibility standards. 

Rose Paving Atlanta has created this Guide to ADA compliance to ensure Georgia business and property owners have everything they need to keep their parking lots safe, free from barriers, and ADA Compliant. 

What is The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a comprehensive set of federal laws designed to protect the rights of people with disabilities. The ADA does this through the enforcement of five titles (or sections) that relate to different areas of public life:

Employment (Title I)

Public Services (Title II) 

Public Accommodations (Title III)

Telecommunications (Title IV) 

Miscellaneous (Title V)

 Title III, concerning Public Accommodations, contains design standards and technical requirements that ensure people with disabilities 

have equal access to Places of Public Accommodation (defined below), i.e., facilities, both public and private, used by the public.

How to Become ADA Compliance in Georgia

According to the Georgia Department of Labor, there are nearly 300,000 business establishments in Georgia and all of them are legally required to comply with the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

The same applies to commercial facilities, like office buildings, factories, and warehouses, as well as any private entity that offers examinations and courses related to educational and occupational certification.

In short, if you operate a business with a facility in Georgia used for commercial purposes, then your building (including its parking lot and walkways) must be accessible to individuals with disabilities. 

Georgia ADA Compliance Resources

Though the ADA is a federal law, state and local governments may pass their own legislation that enforces accessibility standards above and beyond the federal requirement. 

The Rose Paving team in Atlanta has also gathered some additional ADA resources that business owners can keep on hand when learning more about ADA compliance.

A few resources include: 

2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Guidance on the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design 

State of Georgia ADA Coordinator’s Office

Accessibility Code For Buildings And Facilities

ADA Compliance Frequently Asked Questions

It’s our goal at Rose Paving to spread ADA awareness and help Georgia business owners make their facilities more accessible to people with disabilities. Whether it’s marking handicapped parking spaces or answering your ADA compliance questions, we’re here to help. Below are a few of the most commonly asked ADA questions and their answers. 

Q: Who Is Required To Be ADA Compliant in Georgia?

A: As a federal law, all private businesses (places of public accommodation) must be compliant with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. This includes employers with 15 or more employees and all local, county, state, and federal government agencies.

Q: What Happens If You Aren’t ADA Compliant in Georgia?

A: Businesses who fail to comply with the ADA Standards for Accessible Design are not only subject to a fine (75,000 violation and $150,000 for every subsequent violation), and may be subject to class action lawsuits filed by individuals with disabilities. 

Q: What are Places of Public Accommodation?

A: Places of Public Accommodation are public or private facilities used by the public, like retail stores, restaurants, movie theatres and office buildings. The term also includes educational institutions, recreational facilities, and service centers. 

Q: Do Parking Lots Have to Be ADA Compliant?

A: Yes. Where parking is provided, the ADA standards require places of public accommodation to provide accessible parking spaces. 

Q: Who Is Exempt From The ADA in Georgia?

A: As a federal law, the Americans with Disabilities Act does not apply to religious organizations, private clubs or any entity historically exempt from federal civil rights laws, such as places of worship and facilities controlled by religious organizations.

However, these entities must make every reasonable accommodation (modification or adjustment to the environment that will enable an individual with a disability to participate) and builders must comply with 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design on any all physical construction and new alterations. 

Q: How Do You Become ADA Compliant in Georgia?

A: If you cater to the public or employ more than 15 employees in Georgia, then your business needs to comply with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

In short, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires most businesses and facilities to ensure reasonable access and accommodation for all disabled customers, clients, and members of the public.  

This may include removing barriers from walkways or the addition of handicapped parking spaces to parking lots. The ADA also mandates business owners to remove all barriers from existing buildings when it is readily achievable to do so without much difficulty or expense.

ADA Compliance for Parking lots, Garages and New Buildings

Georgia business owners can ensure their parking structures are ADA compliant by contacting Rose Paving in Atlanta for an onsite consultation. We will assess your parking lot and give you a full evaluation on your ADA Compliance. From new parking lots and handicapped ramps to accessible pathways and pavement marking, we provide every service you need to ensure your parking lot is ADA compliant. 

Contact Rose Paving in Atlanta to get started on your ADA assessment and consultation.

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Rose Paving’s Guide to ADA Compliance in Florida

Florida holds its businesses and buildings to an accessibility standard that is unique to the Sunshine State and is enforced in addition to the federal ADA regulations. 

It’s important for all Florida business and building owners to have a complete understanding of ADA Compliance. That’s why Rose Paving Tampa aims to be your trusted source for ADA information and provide all the answers you need to Frequently Asked Questions about ADA Compliance. 

What is The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

The Americans with Disabilities Act is a comprehensive federal law enacted to protect the rights of Americans with disabilities. It does this by guaranteeing equal opportunities for people with disabilities.

The ADA has been around since the 1990’s, but there may be a number of Americans who are unaware of the laws and specific regulations involved. 

Since the ADA is a federal law, it applies anywhere throughout the United States, including: 

All local, county, state, and federal government agencies;

Any business or organization that relies on the general public or is for their benefit;

Any business or organization that operates with 15 or more employees on staff.

Most importantly for business owners, the ADA mandates public buildings to be free from all obstructions and barriers as soon as possible. The responsibility of ensuring a business/building is accessible to people with disabilities falls upon the business owners. 

What is ADA Compliance in Florida?

ADA compliance in Florida is mandatory – as it is for every state in the U.S.. There are many facets to the ADA, but the parts that apply to businesses and buildings focus on accessibility. 

“Specifically, the ADA ensures that all property owners provide equal opportunity to access a primary function area, defined as a space where activities relevant to the business are conducted.”

Florida has been known to ensure these ADA regulations are upheld with strict federal consequences for non-compliance. It’s important for all Florida business owners to ensure their parking lots, buildings, and businesses are accessible to all. 

Florida ADA Compliance Resources

All Florida business owners are held to both the ADA regulations and the Florida Accessibility Code, which outlines technical design and building specifications.

Rose Paving has compiled some useful resources available to Florida business owners to ensure their understanding of and compliance with all local, state and federal accessibility regulations. 

A few resources include:

ADA Standards for Accessible Design

ADA Update: A Primer for State and Local Governments

ADA Update: A Primer for Small Business 

Current Ada Regulations: Title III (Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities)

Florida State ADA Compliance Frequently Asked Questions

ADA compliance doesn’t have to be daunting. Rose Paving Tampa is happy to answer any and all questions business owners and building managers might have regarding ADA Compliance and their properties. 

Q: Who Is Required To Be ADA Compliant in Florida?

A: The ADA applies to any privately run company, nonprofit or charitable organization that serves the public and/or employs 15 or more employees. All must comply with accessible design standards when constructing or altering facilities and remove barriers in existing facilities where readily achievable.

Q: What Happens If You Aren’t ADA Compliant in Florida?

A: Since the ADA gives people with disabilities the right to file lawsuits in Federal court, the most likely outcome to an ADA violation is a lawsuit and subsequent fine. The severity of the fine depends on the severity of the violation but range from 75,000 for your first ADA violation and $150,000 for any subsequent violation.

Q: What is a Primary Function Area?

A: A Primary Function Area is defined by the ADA as:“any area where people carry out one or more of the major activities for which a facility is used” including offices and any areas where employees work and/or business is conducted. 

Q: Do Florida Parking Lots Have to Be ADA Compliant?

A: Yes. All physical construction and new alterations are now subject to the current ADA standards and outlined in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. Please note that each state and some municipalities set requirements above and beyond the ADA Standards, so you should consult with your local documentation. 

Q: Who Is Exempt From The ADA in Florida?

A: The ADA does not apply to religious organizations, private clubs or any entity historically exempt from federal civil rights laws, such as places of worship and facilities controlled by religious organizations (school, day care, etc.).

However, businesses must make every reasonable accommodation for those with recognized disabilities, and builders must comply with 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design on any all physical construction and new alterations. 

Q: How Do You Become ADA Compliant in Florida?

A: The best way to ensure your commercial facility complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act is to read the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design and contact Rose Paving for a consultation. We’ll go over your commercial property with a fine-toothed comb to ensure your property is ADA compliant and entirely accessible to people with disabilities.

ADA Compliance for Parking lots, Garages and New Buildings

Florida business owners can ensure their parking structures are ADA compliant by contacting Rose Paving for a consultation. From new ramps and handicapped spaces to accessible pathways and pavement marking, we’ll go over your property with a carefully trained, professional eye to find every ADA infraction and fix it so you don’t end up in court. Contact Rose Paving in Tampa to get started today on your ADA compliance.

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Guidance for Clients During COVID-19

How to Safely Prepare for Re-Entry

  The COVID-19 outbreak has left many building owners feeling stuck between a rock and a hard place. After all, the mortgage doesn’t care if your tenants can’t pay the rent because of Coronavirus.

It’s a bad situation for everyone but there are things commercial property managers can do to ease the strain on their tenants, limit their liability and prepare for a phased re-entry in the coming months.

Operational Guidance for Essential Businesses

While many tenants in commercial buildings are working from home, essential workers are still commuting to work and putting themselves at risk, which is why it’s important to maintain parking lots to accommodate these individuals and the increased curb-side customer traffic.

Parking Lot Traffic

Fortunately, Rose Paving is still hard at work performing repairs and maintenance to client properties so you can ensure safe building operations and better protect workers, visitors and customers amid COVID-19.

Mobilizations/Phases

Phased re-entry is the buzzword nowadays but what does it mean for your property? It means that you will have a unique opportunity to perform essential work and repairs while your parking lots are vacant. No cars on the lot means work can be completed in less time, which adds up to enhanced savings down the road.

Liability

Now’s also a terrific time to review your liability and fix those things you’ve been meaning to fix before you reopen for business and someone potentially gets hurt, like potholes, uneven concrete, faded lot marking and trip and fall hazards.

Peace of mind

With your lot repaired and your building prepared for safe re-entry, you can revel in something that few commercial property owners are likely to experience in the coming days, peace of mind.

Knowing you’ve done everything you can to ensure the safety of tenants, customers and staff, you’re free to move ahead and get work extra done now while the schedule is more flexible.

Trust us, once the economy reopens, the schedule to perform work will be less free and have a much longer turn-around time.

Guidance for Business Continuity During COVID-19

To best serve our clients during this time of crisis, we have compiled the following guidance measures for business continuity during COVID-19. Here you’ll find guidance on how to safely prepare commercial buildings for the safe return of tenants, building personnel, visitors, vendors and customers alike.

Commercial property managers will also find safety procedures and protocols to implement, update and/or enhance to ensure the safe operation of your commercial properties in the post-COVID-19 world.

Infrastructure

Rose Paving is fortunate to have remained working during this pandemic but it wasn’t due to luck. Our dedicated leadership and staff work tirelessly to ensure our IT infrastructure is sound, secure and able to function under the increased strain of staff working from home.

As a paving company, you’d think our emphasis would be on physical infrastructure but it was our commitment to mobile and work at home IT functionality that enabled us to operate and serve our clients during these trying times.

Working from home

Like most organizations, Rose Paving office personnel are working from home, serving clients with the same efficiency and reliability as they always have, only now with greater commitment and perspective. It’s no longer about keeping clients happy. It’s about doing our part to ensure our clients can serve their staff and customers – essential workers and the medical professionals who patronize their businesses.

Social Distancing

Rose Paving is also fortunate to provide services that are performed outside in wide open spaces, typically roped off to the general public. This helps us practice social distancing and keep our crews and clients safe.

As we move into the stages of phased re-entry, commercial property owners are reminded to not only practice social distancing but also implement measures that make social distancing easy and intuitive for staff and clients inside their buildings, like marking out where customers should stand with tape and installing sneeze guards between registers and customers.

PPE

PPE is our favorite new acronym and now part of our everyday vocabulary. At Rose Paving, we are fully equipped with PPE so we can safely meet with clients on site; crews can perform work with ease and staff can safely return to the office when the time comes. We’re here taking every measure possible to ensure minimal contact and protect our staff and crew from the COVID-19 epidemic.

Though PPE is hard to come by and should never be hoarded, commercial property owners should still make sure they have enough PPE to ensure the safety of their staff and customers, and cross train their staff in the correct application, use and disposal of PPE equipment.

Rose Paving: Your Source for Reliable Information During COVID-19

For many commercial property owners, the Coronavirus was a wakeup call. Many woke up and realized that, in addition to the biological threat posed to their staff and customers, commercial property owners must also grapple with the economic threat to their business.

We at Rose Paving are here to tell you that there is a light at the end of this tunnel and we can reach it if we stick together, stay apart and implement the measures that keep tenants, staff and customers safe.

Get in touch with us today to discuss your paving needs and request an estimate.

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When is it time to hire a paving company and why is it important?

Is your parking lot asphalt and pavement looking a little cracked? You might need to consider hiring a paving company. Professional paving services can help you resurface asphalt, carry out commercial paving and even use sealcoating to prolong your parking lot’s life. Working with paving professionals can ensure you get the top-quality paving you need to make the exterior of the company work as well as the interior.

When Is It Time To Hire A Paving Company?

You know its time to hire a paving company when the front of your asphalt has the crazy crack and pothole pattern you see with older or poor-quality asphalt. The longer you leave the damage, the more significant risk it poses, and the more expensive it will be to fix. Over time, the cracks become worse, making it hazardous to drive on and posing a risk to anyone walking across it. Hiring a paving professional will ensure that you are investing in asphalt specialists who will do the job correctly and extend the life of the new surface.

Save On Legal Bills And Damaged Property

Trips and falls due to damaged parking lots or commercial paving can represent a considerable risk to a business. For smaller companies, just one legal battle can damage your profits and your reputation. Potholed asphalt can also ruin tires, suspension or even your vehicle exhaust. A paving company will assess the damage to your asphalt and recommend a structured relaying program to ensure future pavement will be protected from wear and tear for years to come.

Enhance The Exterior Of Your Business

A fresh and newly laid asphalt can only reflect your business positively. When driving into a parking lot, the first thing a prospective client will see is the slick and smooth surface. Enhance the exterior of your business by hiring paving experts to lay high-quality asphalt. Excellent paving companies like Asphalt Services, Inc, will also offer sealcoating services, which puts a protective layer over the asphalt to keep it looking newer for much longer.

Consult With Paving Professionals

Working with paving professionals and hiring a paving company will ensure that you benefit from years of expertise. You might initially believe you need an entirely new asphalt, but after consultation, realize you need only a specific area patched for repairs. A paving company like Asphalt Services, Inc will be able to provide you with comprehensive advice, so you know how to prolong the life of your parking lot. Experts will also be able to factor in potential obstacles, like drainage needs, to protect you from future issues.

Save Money On Future Repairs

Leaving your asphalt in poor condition or hiring a supplier with low-quality workmanship will ultimately cost you more money. The more degraded the asphalt or paving, the higher the cost of repair and relaying surfaces. If you find you’ve hired a paving company that uses poor quality asphalt, you’re just going to find yourself with the same problems a few short years or even months down the line. Trusted paving companies will provide a guarantee on all works to ensure you know exactly how long your asphalt and commercial paving will last.

A Plan That Caters For Your Business

By hiring expert paving companies, you’ll also effectively be working with paving consultants to build a comprehensive plan around you and your business. Asphalt Services, Inc will provide a free initial consultation, quote and plan to ensure you can see how the repairs or relaying will operate around your business hours. The tailored plans also mean you can see how the work will be conducted according to your budget and exactly what repairs are needed for your commercial paving and asphalt.

Find Services You Can Trust

Paving companies should always be able to provide testimonials to show their previous successes and demonstrate the quality of their work. Asphalt Services, Inc is also an award-winning paving company with three years of record-breaking achievements in sealcoating, paving and pavement repair. Hiring a service you can trust is essential for ensuring you get only the best commercial paving and asphalt for your business.

Working with Asphalt Services, Inc will ensure that you hire a paving company you can trust. We put your business needs at the front of our paving services, to ensure that our paving plans work for you. Contact us today to find out more about our services or request a proposal to book in a site review from one of our paving professionals today.

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Guide to ADA Compliance in California

Do you own a business in California? Is your property ADA compliant? One way to find out is to ask: “Does my property have places designed for people with disabilities?”  If your answer is “Yes”, then congratulations — no one can sue you for violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If the answer is “I’m not sure” then we recommend that you read the Rose Paving Guide to ADA Compliance in California to find out.

What is ADA Compliance?

The Americans with Disabilities Act, better known as the ADA, is a comprehensive  federal law enacted to protect the rights of people with disabilities by prohibiting discrimination and guaranteeing equal opportunities for people with disabilities. It applies to:

All local, county, state, and federal government agencies;

Any business or organization that relies on the general public or is for their benefit;

Any business or organization that operates with 15 or more employees on staff.

Modeled after the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the ADA makes it illegal for property owners to discriminate against anyone with a disability by not providing an equal opportunity to access a primary function area, defined as a space where activities relevant to the business are conducted.

What is ADA Compliance in California?

California is especially litigious when it comes to ADA enforcement. The state leads the nation with the most ADA Title III lawsuits filed since the law was enacted in 1990. Last year (2019) Californians filed nearly 6000 ADA Title III lawsuits in federal court in the first 6 months – up 12% over the year before.

Those numbers should be especially worrisome for California property owners because, according to California law, any violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act is considered a civil rights violation, subject to a minimum statutory penalty of $4,000, plus attorney’s fees.

California ADA Compliance Resources

The last thing any property owner wants to see is a subpoena to appear in court over access to one of their properties. Even if your business didn’t intend to discriminate or exclude people with disabilities from visiting your building or using your service, you could still end up with a lawsuit.

That’s why it’s especially important for California business owners to ensure their properties are not only ADA compliant, but also compliant with the California Building Standards Code (CBC).

Fortunately, there are several useful resources that California business owners can utilize to ensure their compliance with all local, state and federal ADA regulations:

Building California ADA Cheat Sheet

California Building Standards Code 2019 Triennial Edition of Title 24

Division of the State Architects Access Compliance Reference Manual

ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Information and Technical Assistance on the ADA

ADA Compliance Frequently Asked Questions

The State of California has announced that it will be cracking down on ADA violations in 2020. As the premium paving contractor in Southern California, we feel that it is our responsibility to spread awareness, answer your questions and do what we can to ensure you are ADA compliant.

Q: Who Is Required To Be ADA Compliant?

A: According to the ADA, all businesses, even those that do not serve the public, must comply with accessible design standards when constructing or altering facilities; remove barriers in existing facilities where readily achievable and provide auxiliary aids and services when needed.

The ADA also applies to any privately run company, nonprofit or charitable organization that serves the public and/or employs 15 or more employees.

Q: What Happens If You Aren’t ADA Compliant?

A: In the State of California, any violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act is considered a civil rights violation, subject to a minimum statutory penalty of $4,000, plus attorney’s fees.

The ADA also gives people with disabilities the right to file lawsuits in Federal court and obtain Federal court orders to stop ADA violations. That means business owners can be sued for ADA violations regardless of the state they live in.

Q: Who Is Exempt From The ADA?

A: The ADA does not apply to religious organizations, private clubs or any entity historically exempt from federal civil rights laws, such as places of worship and facilities controlled by religious organizations (school, day care, etc.).

Q: Do All Businesses Have to be ADA Compliant?

A: According to the Americans with Disabilities Act, businesses must make reasonable accommodations for those with recognized disabilities, but only if those businesses fall within the ambit of the law.

If your business does not utilize a building or employ 15 or more employees, then you may not need to comply with the ADA.

Q: How Do You Become ADA Compliant?

A: Knowing that your facility needs to be ADA compliant is the most important part of the process. By making it to the bottom of our Guide to ADA Compliance in California, you’ve already taken the first step toward ADA compliance.

The next step to becoming ADA compliant is to realize that ADA compliance is not a one time process – its requirements have to be considered on an ongoing basis. Whether you’re constructing a new facility or updating your current building, you need to ensure your facility meets these ADA guidelines:

ADA Compliance for Parking lots, Garages and New Buildings

According to the ADA Inspection Checklist: Disabled Access Regulations, for a parking lot, garage or building to be considered ADA compliant, the business/organizations must,

“Provide path of travel from handicapped parking spaces to all accessible elements and spaces, such as walks, sidewalks, curb ramps and pedestrian ramps, lobbies and corridors, elevators, sanitary facilities, other improved areas or necessary combinations thereof that provide free and unobstructed access to and from a particular area or location for pedestrians and/or wheelchair users.”

Handicapped and accessible parking for those who are disabled and unable to traverse the distance through the parking lot, may be the most recognizable facet of the ADA but it’s far from the only requirement for parking lots and garages in the ADA compliance process.

To ensure your parking lot or facility is ADA compliant now and in the future, you can contact Rose Paving – the only full service paving contractor in Southern California with the skill, experience and expertise to address all of your ADA compliance issues.

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