Tools — §232 / §807
Detention & Correctional Facility Calculator
Determines the required number of accessible cells and communication-equipped cells under ADA 2010 and Texas Accessibility Standards §232.
ADA §232 / TAS §232 / §807
Detention & Correctional Facility
Determines the required number of accessible cells and communication-equipped cells under ADA 2010 and Texas Accessibility Standards §232.
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General Holding and Housing Cells
§232.2.2 — only cells equipped with BOTH audible alarm and permanently installed telephone
Special Purpose Cells §232.3 — 1 accessible cell per purpose type
Includes cells for: orientation, protective custody, administrative/disciplinary detention, detoxification, medical isolation — 1 accessible cell required per type
Results
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This calculator determines the minimum number of accessible detention and correctional facility cells under ADA 2010 §232 and Texas Accessibility Standards §232. Results reflect scoping requirements only. Technical requirements for opening heights, clear floor space, and operable parts are provided in the PDF. Project-specific conditions may affect applicable requirements. Final accessibility compliance for any project should be reviewed and confirmed by a Registered Accessibility Specialist or qualified accessibility consultant. Contact Accessance Consulting for project-specific guidance.
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