Facilities shall be designed to accommodate the educational and instructional needs of the District. The professional experience and judgment of staff shall be solicited in developing such educational specifications. The law requires that students of both genders and those with disabilities give special attention to accessibility to the education program. The Superintendent shall see that all construction projects comply with the requirements for accessibility for individuals with disabilities and comparability between the genders. The architect shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal laws including access for individuals with disabilities and requirements for gender comparability.

When the Board considers major remodeling or building a facility, it shall endeavor to seek facility expertise in all affected program areas as well as comments from faculty, students, and community.



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