Reply #6: Yes, that is correct..especially for older buildings and [View All]

mom/pop type shops. But I was referring to significant REMODELS which incurs cost in and of itself therefore an access way is doable. The same is true of NEW BUILDS.

In the cases of new builds, "Undue Financial Hardship" wouldn't likely apply. Unfortunately, there are folks who might use this as a loop hole to avoid complying, if the circumstance of "remodel" arises...

Certainly, every single little shop built before ADA and/or before the Pyramids;) isn't required to make their establisments accessible.
In our community, I'm happy to say, many of these types of shopkeepers and grocery stores are willing to HELP the person with a visual or mobility issue, in terms of "shopping for them" while they wait, which is a nice gesture and should be appreciated. Not sued.