ADA PARKING REQUIREMENTS.

ADA parking rules aren't optional — non-compliant stalls expose Nebraska businesses to fines and lawsuits. Here's a plain-English overview of what your lot needs. (This is general guidance, not legal advice — always confirm current ADA standards for your specific property.)

How many accessible stalls do you need?

The required number of accessible (handicap) stalls scales with your total parking count. As a general guide under the ADA Standards:

• 1–25 total stalls → at least 1 accessible
• 26–50 → 2
• 51–75 → 3
• 76–100 → 4
• Larger lots add accessible stalls on a sliding scale from there

Van-accessible spaces

At least one of every six accessible stalls (rounding up) must be van-accessible — wider, with a larger access aisle and an additional "van accessible" sign.

Access aisles, signage & markings

• Access aisle: the striped (hatched) area beside the stall so a wheelchair or lift has room. It must be marked and kept clear.
• The symbol: the International Symbol of Accessibility painted in the stall, typically on a blue background.
• Signage: a posted sign at each accessible stall, mounted so it's visible even when a vehicle is parked.
• Slope & location: accessible stalls should be on the shortest accessible route to the entrance.

Why compliance is worth getting right

Beyond avoiding penalties, proper ADA striping makes your business genuinely usable for every customer. We build accessible stalls to current standards — blue background, correct symbol, access-aisle hatching, and layout — as part of any striping or new-construction project.