Accessible environments ensure that all individuals can fully engage with public spaces and services. DLZ helps agencies identify barriers, prioritize improvements, and implement practical solutions that support compliance and usability. By combining regulatory expertise with a clear, actionable approach, we help clients build more inclusive communities and improve access for all.
Understanding existing conditions is essential to improving accessibility. Self-evaluations identify barriers across facilities, parks, and programs, providing a clear foundation for moving forward. These assessments help agencies understand both immediate needs and long-term goals.
Planning creates progress. Transition plans prioritize improvements, outline implementation strategies, and provide cost insight to help agencies move forward over time. This structured approach supports compliance while making improvements manageable and achievable.
Detailed reviews inform practical design solutions. Evaluations identify barriers and provide clear recommendations to improve access, usability, and compliance. These insights support more inclusive environments for all users.
Inclusive outdoor spaces improve community engagement. Evaluations of parks and recreation facilities ensure accessibility across a wide range of environments and users. This helps create welcoming, usable spaces for everyone.
Accessible routes connect communities. Reviewing sidewalks, crossings, and pedestrian features supports safer, more reliable travel for all users. These evaluations provide a foundation for long-term improvements.
Actionable planning requires clarity. Prioritizing improvements and understanding costs helps agencies plan effectively and move forward with confidence. This ensures that accessibility improvements are realistic and achievable.
Stephen
Metzer, AICP, SPWS
Senior Planner
Michigan