The accessible route is the core of ADA compliance. For Hurst commercial properties, the route from accessible parking spaces to the building entrance must be continuous, unobstructed, and compliant. We install and repair curb ramps that connect the parking lot to the walkway, ensuring the ramp has the proper slope, width, and detectable warning surface.
For North East Mall area properties, the ramps and routes see extreme shopper traffic. The curb ramps and routes need to handle the high volume, especially during holiday shopping seasons. The detectable warning surfaces can become damaged by the constant traffic. We use durable materials that can handle the retail traffic. The mall entrances and the outparcel entrances need to be accessible with proper door clearance, threshold height, and opening force. The pedestrian walkways between the mall and the outparcels need to be accessible.
For Pipeline Road industrial properties, the curb ramps and routes may see truck traffic that wears them faster. We use durable materials that can handle the industrial environment. The loading dock areas may have specific ramp requirements for workers who need accessible access to the docks. The industrial properties may have been built with layouts that did not include accessibility, and we install ramps and modifications to provide accessible access.
For TX-10 and SH-26 properties, the curb ramps and routes see commuter traffic. The central mid-cities location means the routes serve traffic from multiple directions. The mature trees along the corridors can heave sidewalk sections, creating non-compliant slopes or trip hazards. We identify these issues and recommend sidewalk repair or root management.
The building entrance is a critical point. For Hurst properties with older entrances, the door hardware may not meet current opening force requirements, the thresholds may be too high, and the door clearance may be insufficient. We install or modify door hardware, adjust thresholds, and ensure the entrance meets current standards.
The expansive clay soil in the HEB area is particularly active. The soil movement can affect ramp slopes over time. We re-measure ramp slopes during every audit and recommend corrections. For industrial properties, the heavy truck traffic can accelerate the wear on ramps and routes.
For properties with multiple levels or changes in elevation, we install or repair ramps that connect the levels. The ramps must have the proper slope, width, landings, and handrails. For the mall area, the ramps and elevators need to provide accessible access to all levels of the shopping center.
The path of travel must be free of obstacles. For mall area properties, the shopper traffic means obstacles can appear quickly — kiosks, displays, and equipment can end up in the accessible route. For industrial properties, the loading areas can create obstacles. We identify any obstacles and recommend relocation.