AB 649
Disability access: construction-related accessibility claim.
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Fiscal committee
No
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Judiciary
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Bill overview
This bill aims to help people with disabilities who have experienced accessibility issues with construction projects. It introduces a new process called the ‘Small Business Right to Cure Program’ that could allow builders a longer period to fix accessibility problems after receiving a complaint, and potentially recover attorney’s fees if they qualify. The bill also clarifies rules for attorneys who handle accessibility claims, requiring them to notify the Disability Access Commission and potentially facing discipline for failing to do so. Finally, it modifies existing rules to prevent shifting the financial burden of accessibility repairs from property owners to tenants.
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