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Technical booklet R

Access to and use of buildings

About Technical booklet R

Technical booklet R gives guidance on access to and use of buildings. It covers buildings other than dwellings and dwellings, built on the principles of inclusive design.

What it covers

  • Principles of inclusive design
  • Level approach and access routes
  • Entrance doors and doorways
  • Internal lobbies and vertical circulation, including lifts
  • Facilities such as audience seating, refreshment areas and changing facilities