New York A10844 mandates accessibility features in new homes for persons with disabilities.

New York A10844 requires new homes to include accessible features such as wide doorways, accessible interior doors, and reinforced walls for grab bars. Bathrooms must have clear floor space, accessible sinks and toilets, and reinforced walls for grab bars. The bill applies to new homes receiving state or federal financial assistance. It excludes homes where compliance is unreasonable due to site characteristics. Violations are subject to civil penalties.

New York A10844 mandates accessibility features in new homes for persons with disabilities.

New York A10844 requires new homes to include accessible features such as wide doorways, accessible interior doors, and reinforced walls for grab bars. Bathrooms must have clear floor space, accessible sinks and toilets, and reinforced walls for grab bars. The bill applies to new homes receiving state or federal financial assistance. It excludes homes where compliance is unreasonable due to site characteristics. Violations are subject to civil penalties.