Comprehension and application of law in campus housing settings can be a daunting task. Though challenging, a basic understanding of law and how it applies to residence life and housing environments within institutions of higher education is crucial. This article provides an historical evolution of three laws that have direct bearing on campus…

This report examines the issues of school district compliance with the legal mandate to accommodate students with disabilities, and it explores the legislation that addresses student accessibility. The paper discusses and compares the federal laws and enforcement provisions dealing with accessibility, including those under the Americans with…

Administrators are offered a brief guide to facilities planning procedures to ensure disabled children's access to all programs. Types of information needed, whom to include in the planning process, and how to develop an ongoing monitoring and evaluation plan are outlined. (MJL)

To address problems that the campus faces when attempting to make facility modifications that meet federal handicap accessibility requirements, this guidebook gives guidance on requirements and methods of "retrofitting" that meet the mobility needs of the disabled. Seven chapters discuss modifications to site, entrance, doors, interior…

The issues involved in making accessibility modifications to buildings of historic value, architectural significance, or traditional interest are reviewed in this publication. A related document, ED 175 080, "Creating an Accessible Campus," contains information and design recommendations applicable to all buildings. The first part of the…