Texas Accessibility Standards Plan Review & Inspection
Assisting in compliance with 16 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 68 — Elimination of Architectural Barriers — for construction projects with estimated costs over $50,000.
Submit for a plan review and receive your TDLR Project Number for your building permit application.
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Request Inspection
Request the follow-up inspection within 30 days of construction completion to verify TAS compliance.
Our Services
TAS Plan Reviews & Inspections
ADAAG Compliance Reviews
Fair Housing Act (FHA) Reviews
DOJ Consent Decree Inspections
Post-occupancy Evaluations
Variance Applications
Why ADA Assistance?
TDLR Registered Accessibility Specialists
Certified since 1994 — among the first in Texas
Fast, friendly, and efficient service
Close working relationships with design professionals
APA ADA Specialist Designation (APA-BE #8)
Helping with equal access for all
Questions?
Remember: the answers to your questions may be only a phone call away. Call us at (512) 787-3687 or (512) 557-1676, or email info@adaassistance.com. We are open Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm CT.
Plan Review
Important: This is the first step in compliance with state accessibility laws. Verification of starting this process is required to be included in the submittal for a building permit. You will receive confirmation usually within an hour of receipt during business hours.
What to Submit
Complete set of construction drawings in PDF format (paper drawings no longer accepted)
Drawings must be to scale — not preliminary
All discipline sets (architectural, civil, MEP) assembled into one file per discipline
Before converting AutoCAD to PDF, remove all SHX text box indicators; drawings should be searchable and highlightable
Completed Project Registration Form (EAB-205N) signed by the owner or agent
Completed Proof of Submission Form (EAB-242N) signed and dated by the Texas-licensed design professional (not required if there is no Texas-licensed design professional involved)
Plan review fee per the Fee Schedule (required before review begins)
Important Notes
Plans drawn by design professionals must be submitted within 20 business days of being issued for permitting
Important: If you are a Texas-licensed design professional with overall responsibility, do not hand the construction drawings to a contractor or permit expediter to submit — the 20-business-day deadline applies from the date drawings are issued
A RAS will perform the plan review
If registering the project yourself with TDLR directly, do not include the filing fee with your submittal
Include an Owner Agent Designation Form (EAB-243N) when the owner designates someone to act as agent
Include a Request for Inspection Form (EAB-241N) upfront to prevent future delays
Submit via email or direct download link to info@adaassistance.com or via a free FTP site
All submitted documents become property of the State of Texas
How to Submit
If you cannot upload construction documents to the TABS system at the time of project registration, you may send us the documents via email or a direct download link. Documents must be unprotected with no password protection. Please do not submit single sheets — assemble all drawings into one file per discipline set.
Inspections
Per Rule 68.52: An inspection must be requested within 30 days following project completion. If not requested within one year, the project must be turned over to TDLR enforcement. If violations are not corrected and the proper form submitted within 270 days, the project is also subject to enforcement.
Inspection Requirements
Completed Request for Inspection Form (EAB-241N), authorized by the owner or agent
Completed Owner Agent Designation Form (EAB-243N) if not already submitted at plan review
Inspection fee per the Fee Schedule
An Inspection Response Form will be attached to the report — complete and return when corrections are made
Owner may request a Notice of Substantial Compliance upon project completion
TDLR Overdue Inspections
TDLR sends postcards for overdue inspections. Simply indicate that you wish to have a RAS perform the inspection and write:
Robert Ronson, RAS #16
on the form and return it to TDLR within the time allowed.
Sanctions & Penalties for Non-Compliance
The State of Texas, including the enforcement division and its investigators and prosecutors, will pursue any individual, corporation, partnership, or other legal entity that violates the Elimination of Architectural Barriers law. For more information, visit TDLR Enforcement.
Project Registration & Inspection Forms
Required: You must include the Registration Form with your submittal. Your project cannot be processed without it.
You may register directly with TDLR online through the Texas Architectural Barriers System (TABS). If you register yourself, do not include the state filing fee with your submittal to us.
Fee Schedule
Note: All applicable fees must be paid prior to services being performed per Rule 68.80(g). We do not accept purchase orders in lieu of payment prior to plan review performance.
Project Cost Range
Review Fee
Inspection Fee
$1 – $49,999
$350.00
$450.00
$50,000 – $200,000
$500.00
$600.00
$200,001 – $500,000
$550.00
$650.00
$500,001 – $1,000,000
$650.00
$750.00
$1,000,001 – $3,000,000
$750.00
$850.00
$3,000,001 – $5,000,000
$850.00
$950.00
$5,000,001 – $10,000,000
$1,000.00
$1,100.00
$10,000,001 – $15,000,000
$1,250.00
$1,450.00
$15,000,001 – $20,000,000
$1,500.00
$1,700.00
$20,000,001 – $30,000,000
$1,800.00
$2,100.00
$30,000,001 – $50,000,000
$2,000.00
$2,250.00
$50,000,001 – $80,000,000
$2,300.00
$2,500.00
$80,000,001 – $110,000,000
$2,700.00
$3,000.00
Fair Housing (per unit type)
$550.00/unit type
$650.00/unit type
Additional Fees
Project Filing Fee (required to register)
$250.00
Late Project Filing Fee (after construction complete)
$300.00
Consultation Services
$250/hour
Facility Survey
±20–25¢/sf (call for quote)
Subdivision / Section or Phase Inspection
$550/section or phase
Right-of-Way Inspection
$500.00
File Recovery Fee
$50.00
County CAD Report
$50.00
AOF Research if owner is an LLC, LLP, or LP
$100.00
Preliminary review and/or inspection
Same rate as above
Credit card payment surcharge
+3.5%
Travel Charge Calculation
From Kyle office to site and return (local metro area)
Air travel is estimated separately
Formula: Miles × 2 × $0.725 = Total Travel Cost
Contact Us for a Quote
Our fast, friendly, and efficient service gives you extra value. Contact us directly for a detailed fee quote.
ADA Assistance •
Robert Ronson •
107 Meadow Woods, Kyle TX 78640 •
(512) 787-3687 • Fax: (866) 268-1810
Project Information
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Agreement
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The opinions of ADA Assistance are for the limited purpose of meeting state requirements for review and inspection according to 16 TAC Chapter 68 and do not constitute a warranty or representation for any other purpose. The business, the professional, his employees, engineers, and client for whom the review or inspection is made agrees to hold harmless and indemnify the accessibility specialist from and against any liability arising from performance of the work.
NOTE: All applicable fees must be paid per rule: 16 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 68.80(g).
Fair Housing Act (FHA) Services
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulates Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity for residential facilities under 24 CFR Part 100. ADA Assistance provides expert FHA plan review and inspection services for multi-unit housing throughout Texas.
Who Must Comply: All ground floor apartments and condominiums, and all units in elevator buildings of four or more units, built for first occupancy after March 13, 1991, must be designed and constructed in compliance with the Fair Housing Act (FHA) as amended in 1988.
Our FHA Services
Review plans and issue report on FHADM compliance
Inspect construction for FHADM compliance
Inspection for conformance with DOJ Consent Decrees
Post-occupancy evaluations of existing developments
Common use areas must comply with ANSI A117.1 (1986) or stricter standard
HUD recognizes 15 safe harbors for FHA compliance
IBC 2003 is an approved safe harbor (effective Feb 28, 2005)
Type A units required by most building codes (higher standard)
Remaining units must meet Type B standards (similar to FHA Guidelines)
ADA applies to mixed-use building amenities not solely for residents
Seven Basic Requirements of the Fair Housing Act
Per 42 U.S.C. 3604(f)(3)(C) — all covered dwellings must meet these seven requirements:
1An accessible building entrance on an accessible route
2Accessible common and public use areas
3Usable doors (accessible by a person in a wheelchair)
4Accessible route into and through the dwelling unit
5Light switches, outlets, thermostats and environmental controls in accessible locations
6Reinforced walls in bathrooms for later installation of grab bars
7Usable kitchens and bathrooms
Legal Responsibility
Under the Fair Housing Act, discrimination includes a failure to design and construct covered multifamily dwellings with the required accessible features. Responsibility rests with all persons involved in the design and construction — including architects, builders, contractors, and owners. If a complaint is filed, it may be filed against any or all of them.
Existing Apartment Complexes
Many apartment complexes built during the 1990s are not fully compliant — and some are significantly non-compliant. This often surfaces during property sales due diligence or lender refinancing. ADA Assistance is prepared to assist you with post-occupancy evaluations and compliance assessments.
Robert Ronson (#16), Maureen Ronson (#1246), and Joshua Ronson (#1596) are certified by TDLR as Registered Accessibility Specialists, ensuring your projects fully comply with Texas Accessibility Standards.
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Robert Ronson
RAS #16 • APA-BE #8
Robert contracted as an Independent Contract Provider (R0006) on 3/16/95 and became RAS #16 on 12/13/01. He received his TDLR certification for plan reviews in September 1994 and inspections in October 1994 — among the first certified in Texas.
He holds degrees in design/drafting, Business, and a Master's in Public Administration. In 2016 he received his APA ADA Specialist Designation and APA-BE #8. He has served as APA Chairman of the Legislative/Legal Committee, Board Secretary, President-Elect, and 2021 President.
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Maureen Ronson
RAS #1246
Maureen is a Registered Accessibility Specialist (#1246) as of 2/14/12. She brings extensive knowledge of Texas Accessibility Standards, helping clients navigate complex compliance requirements.
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Joshua Ronson
RAS #1596
Joshua is a Registered Accessibility Specialist (#1596), continuing the family tradition of accessibility expertise in Texas. He assists with plan reviews and inspections to ensure TAS compliance.
Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
In no event shall ADA Assistance be liable for any damages whatsoever, and in particular this accessibility specialist shall not be liable for special, indirect, inconsequential, or incidental damages. The review of documents and field inspections by this registered accessibility specialist for TDLR is based on a best-efforts examination. ADA Assistance will not verify compliance with standards referenced in Section 105.2 of the 2012 Texas Accessibility Standards, consistent with TDLR RAS Bulletin 2012-01 issued April 16, 2012.
Contact Us
The answers to your questions may be only a phone call away.
Ready to submit? Send your construction drawings and completed forms to info@adaassistance.com, or visit the Plan Review page for full submittal instructions.
