For ADA compliance services Dallas County TX property managers rely on, C & D Commercial Services has been bringing commercial properties up to code since 1981. Dallas County is the most populous county in DFW, with the city of Dallas alone home to over 1.3 million people. The county includes Garland, Irving, Richardson, Mesquite, Grand Prairie, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Duncanville, DeSoto, Cedar Hill, and Lancaster. The commercial landscape ranges from downtown high-rises to the Stemmons Corridor industrial parks, from the retail corridors along Greenville Avenue and Northwest Highway to the medical and design districts. Dallas County has some of the oldest commercial infrastructure in the metroplex, and much of it was built before current accessibility standards were established.
C & D has been doing ADA compliance work across Dallas County for over four decades. We have audited and brought into compliance retail centers along Greenville Avenue, medical office properties near the Dallas Medical District, corporate buildings in the Uptown area, industrial properties in the Stemmons Corridor, and retail centers throughout the suburban corridors. The high population density and active code enforcement in Dallas County make ADA compliance more critical here than anywhere else in DFW.
Dallas County commercial properties face a higher risk of ADA non-compliance than properties in newer counties, for three reasons. First, age. Many commercial lots in Dallas, Garland, Irving, and Richardson were built in the 1980s and 1990s under different accessibility standards. Accessible spaces may be too narrow by current standards. Curb ramps may lack the detectable warnings that became required in 2012. Signage may not meet current height or reflectivity requirements. For these properties, we conduct full accessibility audits and develop a scope of work to bring them into compliance.
Second, enforcement. Dallas County has active code enforcement and a high population density. Non-compliant properties are more likely to be reported by tenants, customers, or advocacy groups. Once a complaint is filed, the property owner may face a TDLR inspection and required remediation. It is far better to address compliance proactively than to wait for a complaint.
Third, liability. ADA non-compliance is a legal liability. If a person with a disability is injured because an accessible space is too narrow, a curb ramp is too steep, or a path of travel is obstructed, the property owner can be sued. In Dallas County, where trial attorneys are active, this risk is real. Compliance is not just about passing inspections. It is about protecting the property owner from liability.
For any commercial project in Dallas County with a valuation over $50,000, the work must be registered with TDLR for a TAS review. We ensure all modifications meet state standards before inspection.
Curb ramps are one of the most common compliance failures in Dallas County. Many ramps built before 2012 are too steep, lack level landings, or do not have detectable warnings. The current standard requires a maximum slope of 1:12, level landings at the top and bottom, and high-contrast truncated domes that allow visually impaired visitors to feel the transition from pavement to sidewalk.
We rebuild non-compliant curb ramps throughout Dallas County. We saw-cut the existing curb, pour new reinforced concrete with the correct slope and landing, and install truncated dome panels that meet color contrast requirements. For properties in the Dallas Medical District and near medical offices throughout the county, curb ramp compliance is especially critical because these properties serve patients with mobility challenges.
The path of travel from accessible parking to the building entrance must be free of obstacles and have a cross-slope of no more than 2 percent. In older Dallas County properties, the pavement may have settled, creating cross-slopes that exceed this limit. We use laser-leveling to check the path of travel and correct slope issues.
Accessible parking striping in Dallas County must meet specific dimensional requirements. Standard accessible spaces are 96 inches wide with a 60-inch access aisle. Van-accessible spaces are 96 inches wide with a 96-inch access aisle. Access aisles must be marked with blue-and-white crosshatching and the ISA symbol. Signs must be mounted at least 60 inches above the ground and must be reflective.
The 2 percent cross-slope rule is the most commonly violated standard in Dallas County. Many older lots have settled over decades, and the accessible spaces that were compliant when striped now exceed the 2 percent maximum. We use laser levels to check every accessible space. If the slope is non-compliant, we correct the pavement or relocate the spaces to a compliant area of the lot.
For high-traffic retail properties along Greenville Avenue, Northwest Highway, and in the Bishop Arts District, we recommend thermoplastic markings for accessible spaces. Thermoplastic is more durable than standard paint and maintains compliance longer under heavy traffic. For downtown Dallas properties with compact lots, we use narrower striping heads to work within space constraints while still meeting dimensional requirements.
We do not list prices on a website because every property is different. The scope of ADA compliance work ranges from restriping a few accessible spaces to rebuilding ramps, installing signage, and correcting slope issues. What we can tell you is that we have been doing ADA compliance work in DFW for over 40 years, and we know what it takes to pass a TDLR inspection. Property managers who compare our quotes typically find we come in lower than companies that specialize only in compliance, because we already have the crews and equipment on site for striping, concrete, and paving work.
Call us for a free audit. We will walk your property, identify what does not meet current standards, and give you a straightforward scope of work with honest pricing.
Do you service all of Dallas County for ADA compliance?
Yes. We provide ADA compliance services across Dallas County including Dallas, Garland, Irving, Richardson, Mesquite, Grand Prairie, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Duncanville, DeSoto, Cedar Hill, and Lancaster.
Why is ADA compliance more critical in Dallas County?
Dallas County has some of the oldest commercial infrastructure in DFW. Properties built in the 1980s and 1990s were built under different accessibility standards. Many have accessible spaces that are too narrow, curb ramps without detectable warnings, and signage that does not meet current height requirements. The high population density and active code enforcement mean non-compliance is more likely to be reported and cited.
What is the TDLR review process?
Any commercial project in Dallas County with a valuation over $50,000 must be registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for a Texas Accessibility Standards review. We ensure all modifications meet state standards before inspection and help navigate the review process.
Can you handle large commercial properties?
Yes. We have the crews and equipment to handle large retail center parking lots, medical office complexes, and corporate campuses. We can phase the work to keep portions of the property operational during compliance upgrades.
What happens if I fail a TAS inspection?
If a property fails a TDLR inspection, the owner is required to bring it into compliance within a specified timeframe. Non-compliance can result in fines and legal liability. We can respond quickly to correct identified issues and bring the property into compliance.
Need this service for your commercial property in DFW? C & D Commercial Services offers fast, free quotes with responses within 1 business day. Call us at 972.475.2271.
