New Jersey A4480 mandates accessibility in multistory buildings for people with disabilities, including during elevator outages.
New Jersey A4480 requires property owners of multistory buildings to ensure access for people with disabilities, including during elevator outages. This can be achieved by restoring elevator service within two hours or providing alternative access like evacuation chairs, ramps, or motorized stairlifts. The Division of Codes and Standards in the Department of Community Affairs is tasked with enforcing the bill, including receiving violation reports, conducting inspections, investigations, and imposing penalties.
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