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1999 SESSION

990823657
SENATE BILL NO. 1045
Offered January 20, 1999
A BILL to amend and reenact § 15.2-2021 of the Code of Virginia, relating to curb ramps.
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Patrons-- Forbes; Delegate: Blevins
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Referred to Committee on Local Government
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Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:

1. That §15.2-2021 of the Code of Virginia is amended and reenacted as follows:

§ 15.2-2021. Ramps on curbs of certain streets; specifications.

Notwithstanding the provisions of § 15.2-2000 A, every locality requiring curbs along its streets that incorporate accessible routes for pedestrian use shall require that curb ramps be constructed at intersections for use by persons with mobility impairments. The ramps shall comply with the Virginia Department of Transportation's Road and Bridge Standards. Local option, variance, or waiver of these standards is prohibited.