20 V.S.A. § ___ § 2904
Parking spaces
Operative Text
Any parking facility on the premises of a public building shall contain at least the number of parking spaces required by ADAAG standards, and in any event at least one parking space, as designated parking for individuals with ambulatory disabilities or individuals who are blind patronizing the building. The space or spaces shall be accessibly and proximately located to the building, and, subject to 23 V.S.A. § 304a(d), shall be provided free of charge. Consideration shall be given to the distribution of spaces in accordance with the frequency and persistence of parking needs. Such spaces shall be designated by a clearly visible sign that cannot be obscured by a vehicle parked in the space, by the international symbol of access and, where appropriate, by the words “van accessible”; shall otherwise conform to ADAAG standards; and shall be in accordance with the standards established under section 2902 of this title. (Added 2003, No. 141 (Adj. Sess.), § 5, eff. April 1, 2005; amended 2009, No. 82 (Adj. Sess.), § 2; 2011, No. 62, § 40; 2013, No. 96 (Adj. Sess.), § 124.)
Under 20 V.S.A. ch. 174 § 2904, any parking facility at a public building in Vermont must include a minimum number of accessible parking spaces meeting ADAAG standards—and at least one space regardless—reserved for individuals with ambulatory disabilities or who are blind. These spaces must be conveniently located near the building's entrance, provided at no cost to users (subject to 23 V.S.A. § 304a(d)), and marked with a clearly visible sign displaying the international symbol of access that cannot be blocked by a parked vehicle. Where applicable, signage must also indicate 'van accessible,' and all spaces must conform to ADAAG and the standards set under § 2902 of the same chapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators and owners of public buildings in Vermont subject to 20 V.S.A. ch. 174 § 2904 generally ensure their parking facilities include at least the ADAAG-required number of designated accessible spaces—never fewer than one—positioned close to the building entrance and offered free of charge to qualifying users. Compliant operators install signage that is clearly visible, displays the international symbol of access, and is positioned so that a parked vehicle cannot obscure it. Operators also periodically review the distribution of accessible spaces to reflect where and how frequently parking needs arise, and confirm that all spaces meet the technical standards referenced in § 2902.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 20 V.S.A. ch. 174 § 2904, individuals with ambulatory disabilities or who are blind have a right to accessible, conveniently located parking spaces at public buildings in Vermont, provided free of charge and properly marked with the international symbol of access. If a public building's parking facility appears to lack the required number of designated spaces, has inadequate signage, or charges a fee for their use, those concerns can generally be raised with Vermont's relevant state accessibility or civil rights authorities. Tenant-rights organizations and disability advocacy groups can help individuals understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under this provision.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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