Great video but your graphics at 2:30 is misleading. There should never be any obstruction within the required maneuvering space, even if it is less than 8". Instead, the code (ADA 404.2.4.3) allows the space to be offset up to 8" from the door, meaning your "blue" box should simply shift up 8" max from the door.
One thing I've always been unsure about is can the maneuvering door clearance of a toilet room entry overlap the swing of a toilet room stall door? It looks like it can but does anyone know for sure?
Who is "we"? and why are you talking inside a small bathroom? hahahaha. There are various items to be kept in mind for restrooms. Take a look at Archicorner video AC 019, or if you are in California, look at AC 020. Those videos talk about restroom clearances. The distance will depend on the layout. It sounds like you need to be sure you have both things: 1) Your door clearances and 2) your lavatory clearances. Not to mention, you need floor clearances within the restroom as well. Sorry there is no easy answer.
Sliding doors are not normally allowed. 1010.1.2 Door Swing Egress doors shall be of the pivoted or side-hinged SWINGING type. There are some exceptions. Check out that section.
A self closer closes the door automatically without the users further input. Because of this self closer, it takes more effort to open a door. A latch makes it so that you need to turn a lever to open. Some doors for example will remain open (does not have a self closer), and other doors, you are able to simply push open without turning a lever to unlatch it. The concept is that because a door needs more effort to open (in the case of the door having a self closer) and needs more space to maneuver (turning a lever) a disabled person needs more space to position themselves to open a door.
At 1:40: Is the 24" min requirement for the front approach pull side for exterior door in California? I've been searching the code I only find 18" min. Thanks!
I am a superintendent building apartments and these videos are very helpful. A suggestion please is to do less drawing and more explanation. The drawing aspect of your videos takes up a lot of valuable time and I loose interest. Just a suggestion. Thanks.
