# US ADA Compliance Checker MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> US ADA Compliance Checker verifies architectural dimensions against Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. It lets you check ramps, doorways, parking stalls, and restroom maneuverability to ensure your building plans meet legal accessibility requirements.

## Overview
- **Category:** construction
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_KQkn1DMliTLTP7A8IL9XEN6RFHyTIavBtJYBbqOy/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** ada, accessibility, compliance, architecture, safety

## Description

Designing a building means constantly balancing floor plans with strict legal requirements. If you're an architect or a construction manager, you know that missing a single dimension on a ramp or a doorway can lead to costly rework or failed inspections. This Connector takes the guesswork out of those measurements. Instead of flipping through the ADA handbook, you can just feed the dimensions into your agent. It handles the math to tell you if a hallway is wide enough for two wheelchairs to pass or if a parking stall meets the required depth. It's a practical way to catch errors during the drafting phase. By adding this to your Vinkius catalog setup, you turn your agent into a specialized consultant that keeps your plans compliant as you build them.

## Tools

### check_corridor_width_compliance
Ensures corridors provide enough width for passage and passing. This tool checks if your hallway clearances are adequate for high-traffic areas.

### check_door_clearance_compliance
Verifies if a doorway provides enough width for unobstructed passage. Use this to ensure all main entrances meet the minimum clearance.

### check_ramp_compliance
Determines if a ramp's incline meets the maximum allowed steepness. It helps you avoid building ramps that are too steep for wheelchairs.

### check_restroom_maneuverability_compliance
Checks if there is enough diameter within a restroom to allow for a wheelchair turn. It confirms the turning radius is large enough for accessibility.

### check_parking_access_compliance
Validates that both the parking stall and the access aisle meet accessibility dimensions. This ensures your parking layout is fully usable.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
Is a ramp with a 2-inch rise and 30-inch run compliant?
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**Response:** 
```
### Compliance Check

**Result:** ❌ **Non-Compliant**

*   **Calculated Slope:** 1:15
*   **ADA Requirement:** Maximum 1:12

**Details:**
The current slope is too steep. To meet ADA standards, you will need to increase the run length for a 2-inch rise to at least 24 inches (to achieve a 1:12 ratio).
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Check if a 36-inch door is wide enough.
```

**Response:** 
```
### Doorway Clearance

**Result:** ✅ **Compliant**

*   **Measured Width:** 36 inches
*   **ADA Requirement:** Minimum 32 inches

**Details:**
A 36-inch width exceeds the minimum requirement for unobstructed passage.
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**Prompt:** 
```
Is a 65-inch turning diameter sufficient for a restroom?
```

**Response:** 
```
### Restroom Maneuverability

**Result:** ✅ **Compliant**

*   **Measured Diameter:** 65 inches
*   **ADA Requirement:** Minimum 60 inches

**Details:**
The 65-inch diameter provides sufficient space for a wheelchair to make a full turn.
```

## Capabilities

### Validate ramp incline ratios
Check if your ramp steepness meets the legal 1:12 maximum.

### Verify doorway clearance widths
Confirm that your door openings provide enough space for unobstructed passage.

### Check parking stall dimensions
Validate that your parking layout meets both stall and aisle requirements.

### Confirm restroom turning diameters
Ensure your restrooms have enough clearance for a full wheelchair turn.

### Ensure corridor passage widths
Verify that your hallways are wide enough for people to pass each other.

## Use Cases

### Checking ramp safety in a new clinic
A designer is planning a new clinic and needs to know if a 1:14 ramp is acceptable. They ask the agent to check the slope.

### Auditing parking lot layouts
A construction manager is reviewing a parking lot layout and wants to verify the aisle width. They use the agent to check the parking access.

### Confirming restroom turning space
An architect is designing a public restroom and needs to confirm the turning diameter. They ask the agent to check the restroom maneuverability.

### Verifying door widths for retail stores
A building inspector wants to quickly verify if a 34-inch door is wide enough for a main entrance. They ask the agent to check the door clearance.

## Benefits

- Stop guessing on ramp slopes with check_ramp_compliance to ensure every incline is safe and legal.
- Avoid construction rework by verifying doorway widths early with check_door_clearance_compliance.
- Ensure parking layouts are compliant with check_parking_access_compliance to pass inspections faster.
- Verify restroom turning diameters with check_restroom_maneuverability_compliance to meet strict accessibility codes.
- Confirm hallway clearances with check_corridor_width_compliance to prevent bottlenecks in public spaces.
- Reduce the time spent manually searching through the ADA handbook by letting your agent do the math.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you get instant, accurate compliance checks for architectural dimensions.

1. Input specific measurements like rise, run, or width into your prompt.
2. Your agent calls the appropriate ADA tool to run the calculation.
3. Get a clear pass or fail result with the specific requirement.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How does the US ADA Compliance Checker help with my building plans?**
It allows you to verify that specific architectural features, like ramps and hallways, meet legal accessibility standards. You can quickly check dimensions to ensure your design is compliant before you start construction.

**Can I use the US ADA Compliance Checker to audit a parking lot?**
Yes, you can use it to validate that your parking stalls and access aisles meet the required ADA dimensions. This helps ensure your lot is fully accessible for all users.

**Does the US ADA Compliance Checker check restroom turning space?**
Yes, it specifically checks if a restroom has a large enough diameter to allow for a wheelchair turn. This is a common requirement that is easy to get wrong during the design phase.

**Will the US ADA Compliance Checker catch if my ramp is too steep?**
Exactly. You can provide the rise and run measurements, and the Connector will tell you if the incline exceeds the maximum allowed steepness for ADA compliance.

**Is the US ADA Compliance Checker for architects or contractors?**
It's for anyone involved in the design or construction of public spaces, including architects, contractors, and accessibility consultants who need to verify measurements against the law.

**How do I check if a ramp is compliant?**
Use the `check_ramp_compliance` tool by providing the vertical rise and horizontal run. The tool will check if the slope is within the 1:12 maximum ratio.

**What is the minimum width for a doorway?**
The clear width of a doorway must be at least 32 inches. You can verify this using the `check_door_clearance_compliance` tool.

**Can I check parking stall requirements?**
Yes, use `check_parking_access_compliance` and provide the stall width (min 8') and aisle width (min 5').