Building on STV’s Campus Accessibility Survey, the firm completed a comprehensive assessment of West Chester University’s 38 buildings (academic, athletic, dining, housing and administrative facilities) and campus site (pathways, parking and entrances/exits) for compliance with current accessibility codes and standards.
Working within a tight six-week schedule during the university’s summer break, STV’s team performed on-site evaluations of existing conditions, identifying accessibility deficiencies, developing conceptual remediation solutions and providing order-of-magnitude cost analysis for a phased $15 million improvement plan. The team visited and surveyed each facility, including campus intersections and accessible routes from parking areas, and documented findings in an illustrated, data-rich report.
The final report included a 230-point inspection checklist for each building, establishing compliance levels, estimated costs and prioritization for potential corrections. STV’s recommendation for a phased implementation plan leveraged cost analytics by priority level as well as a communication strategy to keep the university community informed about planned accessibility upgrades.
