Universal Design Ordinance

This ordinance requires single family home builders to provide universal design features as an option available to buyers. Developments of 15 units or more are required to offer basic universal design features to make homes more accessible.

Universal design features – such as grab bars, no step entries, and wider doorways – are required to be offered in at least one model in each development phase. This allows people to live in their home regardless of their disability. Other features offered to buyers will include: Accessible bedroom, bathroom and kitchens; and general amenities like lever door handles and rocker light switches.