How does the new definition of disability affect places of public accommodation?
Places of public accommodation must be accessible for all persons who meet the new definition of disability, not just to persons who meet the ADA definition of disability. There are special rules about architectural accessibility. For further information, consult the Washington State Building Code at WAC 51-40, WAC 38-97-410, RCW 35.68.075, the Americans with Disabilities Act at 42 U.S.C. 12101 et. seq., and the Federal Fair Housing Act at 42 U.S.C. 3601 et.seq. You do not need to provide personal attendant or medical services, unless you are in the medical services field.
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