We've outlined the basic workflow for different types of projects below. You'll notice that we don't link to any PDF forms on our site- that's because our system is fully automated. It generates all of the required forms and sends them to the correct recipients for digital signature.
Are you required to comply? In Texas, new construction and renovation projects are required to comply with the Texas Accessibility Standards(TAS) if they are:
Projects that are required to comply and have a construction budget of greater than $50,000 must be registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
TDLR charges a $175 fee when registering new projects. If you'd like us to take care of that for you, just submit the project information of our Start a Project form. This is generally the easiest option.
If you would prefer to register the project yourself, create an account at TDLR's web portal and make sure to enter Spencer Cook, RAS #1524 as your Registered Accessibility Specialist when prompted. We will be notified and will contact you shortly.
Once the project has been registered and we've received the construction documents, we will perform the Plan Review. Our findings will be submitted to the building owner, the designer, and TDLR.
Projects must be inspected within one year of the estimated completion date entered during project registration. We will email you with a pre-filled Request for Inspection form when construction is nearing completion. The inspection will be scheduled once we have that form signed as well as payment for the final invoice.
As a person with a lifelong disability, ADC founder Spencer Cook is able to offer uniquely insightful consultations to help you ensure your project is not only compliant but also functional for all users. We're happy to meet with you at any point in the development process, from property acquisition to construction.
We reference a wide variety of accessibility standards when providing consultations including ADAAG, 2010 Standards for Accessible Design, ADA, Fair Housing Act (FHA), the International Building Code (IBC), and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
Whether you're a designer or a home owner, we're here to help make your project as accessible as possible. We understand that because every disability is unique, every project requires a unique solution. Our consultations always take your specific needs into account when making our recommendations. We're happy to guide you from the initial layout all the way through fixture and appliance selection.
ADC founder Spencer Cook gives presentations on his personal experience with disability and accessibility to audiences across the country. His past experience includes presentations to the Texas Society of Architects, the Metrocon Interior Design Conference, and the Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin.
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