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How a Laudable Historic Renovation Led to ADA Violations

From a legal perspective, renovating a historic building is not for the faint of heart. In addition to obtaining the building permits and inspections required for any construction project, renovation of a historic building may trigger additional legal requirements, including the ADA.

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Orchestrating Real EstateElizabeth WhitmanElizabeth A. Whitman, Elizabeth Whitman, Whitman Legal Solutions, orchestrating real estate, college street music hall, ada, Americans with Disabilities Act, accessibility guidelines, public accommodation, building alteration, historic preservation, new haven center for the arts, ADA accessible
Cats, Dogs, Peacocks, and Mice – Accommodating Disabilities and Assistance Animals

My cats have “contributed” to my articles by walking across my keyboard as I work. I was less thrilled with the cats when one left a dead mouse as a present on my stairs. A recent Kennedy Center audience might have appreciated my cats’ hunting skills.  In addition to music from the National Symphony Orchestra, “entertainment” was provided by a mouse in the concert hall. 

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