Definitions
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- noun A measure of the extent to which a building (or other site) is
accessible to thedisabled
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Examples
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The concept of 'visitability' is one of the simplest and most economical approaches to universal design that can address homeowners 'and community needs over time, contributing to a more flexible and sustainable built environment.
Canadian architect advocates for barrier-free access BA Haller 2008
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Richard Meritzer, Americans with Disabilities Act coordinator for Pittsburgh and facilitator of the City-County Task on Disabilities, explained the need for local taxing authorities to implement "visitability" tax credits -- incentives to improve access to buildings -- for homeowners.
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Topics covered at the two-hour event included "visitability" tax credits; the need for a protection-from-abuse law for adults; the disposition of the former Mayview institution property; ensuring the permanency of the state's office for disability policy; voting rights; and a proposed Medicare change.
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The way for the visitability movement to gain momentum is by first increasing the awareness and interest in the need for this housing construction practice.
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Technorati Tags: accessible housing, visitability, inclusion
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From increased awareness and understanding comes increased support: for visitability initiatives, for changes to bylaws requiring visitable and adaptable housing, such as the bylaws adopted by the District of Saanich, and for favouring visitability practices when buying a home.
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Why is visitability being included in Accessibility 100 – a series focusing on easy-to-implement, free and inexpensive tips for improving accessibility for people with disabilities?
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What opportunities exist to support visitability or to initiate such a practice to increase inclusion in your community?
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"Under the City of Chicago Building Code, all planned developments and government-funded projects must include a minimum of 10 percent of the units that fall under visitability guidelines," according to the Sun-Times.
Access stories make the news BA Haller 2008
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So in his career as an architect, he advocates for home visitability and universal access to public buildings.
Canadian architect advocates for barrier-free access BA Haller 2008
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