Proposal May Open Austin Homes to Disabled

The bathroom door may need to be a bit wider and the light switches a little lower. The Austin City Council is considering an ordinance today that incorporates those accessibility requirements and others into all new homes and duplexes. The "visitability" ordinance, sponsored by Council Member Betty Dunkerley, aims to make it easier for people with disabilities to visit private homes, which can pose challenges to people who use wheelchairs or other devices to get around. (Snip) But home builders say the ordinance would increase costs and infringe...

[now your home must be made handicap-friendly - even if you're not - in case one might visit. PC: it won't stop 'progressing' until we elect those who believe in smaller government]

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