Designing Accessible Pedestrian Facilities under ADA, IBC and PROWAG
Agenda
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Monday February 2, 2026
8:30 am – 4:00 pm CST
Agenda:
Presented by Alejandra “Alex” Warner
Public Rights-of-Way
- Why is this important
- Laws, regulations, and standards
- ADA TII, 2010 ADA Accessibility Standards (ADA)
- 2021 International Building Code (IBC)
- 2025 California Building Code (CBC)
Applicable Standards
- New construction
- Existing facilities, alterations, and additions
Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG)
- Rulemaking history
PROWAG
- Adopted transit standards
- Notable summary of changes
Application and Administration Scoping Requirements
- Alterations
- Pedestrian access routes
PROWAG – Scoping Requirements
- Alternate pedestrian access routes
- Curb ramps and blended transitions
- Detectable warning surfaces
- Pedestrian signals
- Protruding objects and vertical clearance
- Pedestrian signs, street furniture
- On-street parking
- Passenger loading zones
PROWAG – Technical Requirements
- Pedestrian access routes
- Alternate pedestrian access routes
- Curb ramps and blended transitions.
- Detectable warning surfaces
- Crosswalks
- Pedestrian push buttons and passive pedestrian detection
PROWAG – Technical Requirements – Part II
- On-street parking spaces,
- Passenger loading zones
- Supplemental Technical Requirements
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Credits
Engineers
6.5 PDHs
Architects
6.5 HSW CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
6.5 HSW LUs
Landscape Architects
6.5 HSW CE Hours
LACES - Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System
6.5 HSW PDHs
ICC - International Code Council
0.65 CEUs (Accessibility)
APA/AICP - American Planning Association/American Institute of Certified Planners
6.5 CM
Continuing Education Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 6.5 PDHs for professional engineers, 6.5 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects, and 6.5 HSW continuing education hours for landscape architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
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The International Code Council has approved this event for .65 CEUs in the specialty area of Accessibility (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
HalfMoon Education is an approved CM Provider with the American Planning Association. This course is registered for CM | 6.5 for Certified Planners.
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6.5 HSW LUs (AIA)
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Speakers
Alejandra “Alex” Warner
Architectural Engineering Access SpecialistMs. Warner holds a Master of Science in Architectural Engineering and is a Certified Access Specialist Professional by the state of California, as well as a National Accessibility Professional Certification for the Built Environment. She recently retired after over 30 years of service with the City of San Diego, including 25 years dedicated to accessible design. She brings extensive knowledge and understanding of accessibility laws, codes, and regulations. She collaborated with various city departments, including Park and Recreation Engineering and Capital projects, Transportation, and Mobility, overseeing the Citywide ADA compliance program, and managing transition plans.
Ms. Warner played a key role in the development of accessibility requirements for Park Design, Street Design, Complete Streets, and Curb Ramp Design Guidelines. Additionally, she integrated code changes and provided training to ensure compliance with accessibility regulations. Ms. Warner’s qualifications and experience highlight her expertise in accessible design. Beyond her previous role, she serves on the board of the California Certified Access Specialists Institute (CASI), where she helps coordinate the education program. She is also actively involved with the Regional Transportation Board and has presented at national conferences, sharing her insights on accessibility.
AIA Info
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Course Title: Designing Accessible Pedestrian Facilities under ADA, IBC and PROWAG
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This 6.5-hour course will assist design professionals in designing more accessible pedestrian facilities by utilizing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the International Building Code (IBC), and the Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) as both references and as a framework. The course defines public rights-of-way, discusses accessible pedestrian access routes, street crossings, parking and transits stops, and explores the shared use path guidelines.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1: Learners will be able to define what a public right-of-way is, and discuss the standards and guidelines prescribed by the 2010 ADA Accessibility Standards, the 2021 International Building Code, and PROWAG.
Learning Objective 2: Learners will be able to design accessible pedestrian access routes with appropriate route widths, slopes, cross slopes, surfaces, changes in level, curb ramps, blended transitions, landings, detectable warnings, ramps and handrails.
Learning Objective 3: Learners will be able to provide accessible pedestrian street crossings, parking and transit spots with appropriate crossing times, accessible pedestrian signals, buttons, roundabouts, and more.
Learning Objective 4: Learners will be able to provide accessible pedestrian street crossings, parking and transit spots with appropriate crossing times, accessible pedestrian signals, buttons, roundabouts, and more.
LUs: 6.5
LU Type: LU|HSWs
Prerequisites: None
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 05/06/2028
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