FDOT Americans with Disabilities/Accessibility (ADA)
FDOT Digital Accessibility & Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is dedicated to providing accessible digital content and technology in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. This commitment covers a wide range of digital services and content, ensuring equitable access for individuals with disabilities.
- Commitment and Standards: FDOT ensures digital accessibility aligned with ADA Title II and aims to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards across websites, web and mobile applications, online forms, digital documents, multimedia, and third-party content where possible.
- Accessibility Maintenance and Support: The department regularly assesses and addresses accessibility issues, provides alternative formats for inaccessible documents, and offers assistance through multiple channels with a response time of two business days.
- Feedback and Compliance Procedures: FDOT encourages feedback on accessibility barriers, provides contact information for accommodations, and follows a formal grievance process under Title II for individuals who believe they have been denied equal access.
Individuals who believe they have been denied equal access to digital services may contact: ADA/Accessibility Coordinator for further assistance at: [email protected]
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ADA Frequently Asked Questions
This document describes common issues and questions brought to the Department’s attention and our responses. Please let us know if you have additional questions.
DOJ & DOT Issue Guidance on Resurfacing and Curb Ramps (June 2013)
Based on requests around the country, the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a Joint Technical Assistance to clarify when curb ramp work is required as part of roadway resurfacing projects.
ADA Transition Plan
The FHWA recognized the FDOT in 2019 as a “transitioned” State Transportation Agency as it pertains to the accessibility of our pedestrian facilities. FDOT will continue to monitor our program’s success by conducting a review of a statistically significant sample of the state's ArcGIS Inventory of pedestrian features within our rights of way in two districts annually. These Quality Assurance Reviews include
sidewalks, curb ramps, detectable warnings and pedestrian signals. Any areas in need of improvement identified during our robust review process will be forwarded to the appropriate district officials who will then supply a corrective action
plan and schedule. The annual updates of this review process are posted below for public review and comment. Please click on the “User Feedback” link under “Resources” to share your comments.
ADA/504 Accessibility Program: FY2018 Transition Plan and Goals & Accomplishments Report
State ADA Coordinator
Brad Bradley
Production Support Office
605 Suwannee St., MS40, Tallahassee, FL 32399
Welcome
The Department takes our responsibilities under the ADA very seriously. That’s why we strive to provide safe and accessible pedestrian facilities for all users. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has recognized us for the following: FDOT’s “…Transition Plan meets the minimum attributes provided in the Department of Justice ADA Title II regulations…” and “…transition of its pre-ADA pedestrian facilities is substantially complete and that FDOT is effectively integrating accessibility into each program area.”
FDOT’s now-approved ADA Transition Plan for safety and accessibility is managed by our State ADA Coordinator in Tallahassee and implemented statewide by our District ADA Coordinators and Project Managers throughout FDOT’s seven districts and the Florida Turnpike Enterprise. Under the leadership of Dean Perkins, Registered Architect, the FDOT fully integrated accessibility into every aspect of the way we deliver our Transportation Work Program for the State of Florida. Dean was FDOT’s first statewide ADA Coordinator since the ADA was passed in the early 1990s. Upon his retirement in March of 2019, Dean was recognized by the FHWA as being the longest continually serving state transportation agency ADA Coordinator in the country! Thanks for a job well done, Dean!
We welcome your input. Please click on “Pedestrian Access Request” under “Resources” to share your thoughts, ideas, and any concerns that may arise.