Interpretive Opinions
An interpretive opinion issued by the DCAB is a clarification of a particular design standard, and only applies to the State and County construction projects subject to HRS 103-50. There are three parts to each interpretive opinion: the first part is the docket number which identifies a specific section from the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) and the question, the next is a summary of the background and research done, and the third contains the ruling and interpretive opinion. If you would like to receive a copy of a complete interpretive opinion, please call the Disability and Communication Access Board at (808) 586-8121 (V) with your name, address, and the docket number of the interpretive opinion requested.
2023 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2023-01 Shower Clearance & Towel Bars
2022 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2022-01 Street Parking at Bike Lanes
2021 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2021-02 Recessed Elements
2020 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2020-02 Elevator Location
DCAB 2020-01 Residential Exterior Rooms
2018 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2018-05 Grab Bar Exception
DCAB 2018-04 Ramp at Cased Openings
DCAB 2018-01 HODAAG Section H201
2017 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2017-01 Residential Parking Signage
2016 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2016-05 Parking Signs & Markings
DCAB 2016-03 Edge Protection At Ramps
DCAB 2016-01 Secured Elevator Cab
2015 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2015-03 Pedestrian Access Routes (Public Right of Way)
DCAB 2015-02 Employee Work Areas
DCAB 2015-01 Accessible Toilet Stall Toe Clearance
2014 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2014-05 Definition of ‘Parking Facility’
DCAB 2014-04 Accessible Means of Egress
DCAB 2014-03 Operable Windows – 2
DCAB 2014-02 Size of Intermediate Landing at Ramp Change of Direction
DCAB 2014-01 Handrail Side & Bottom Gripping Surface Defined
2013 Interpretive Opinions
None this calendar year
2012 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2012-05 Fixed Picnic Tables AMENDED
DCAB 2012-03: No Ruling
DCAB 2012-01 Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station
2011 Interpretive Opinions
DCAB 2011-22 Diagonal Curb Ramps
DCAB 2011-20 Parking Signs & Markings – Rescinded
DCAB 2011-19 Residential Dwelling Units For Sale to Individual Owners
DCAB 2011-18 Residential Dwelling Units
DCAB 2011-17 Detention & Correctional Facilities
DCAB 2011-16 Housing ata Place of Education
DCAB 2011-15 Transient Lodging Guestrooms
DCAB 2011-14 Medical Care and Long-Term Care for Facilities
DCAB 2011-13 Assembly Areas Dispersion & Wheelchair Space
DCAB 2011-12 Alterations Affecting Primary Function Areas
DCAB 2011-11 Definition Housing
DCAB 2011-10 Definition Existing Facility
DCAB 2011-09 Accessible Routes at Driveways
DCAB 2011-08 Public Right-of-Way – Rescinded
DCAB 2011-07 Curb Ramps AMENDED
DCAB 2011-06 Boat Wash Down Areas
DCAB 2011-05 Boat Trailer Parking
DCAB 2011-03 Outdoor Rinsing Showers AMENDED