Leggett and Council to Join Building Industry Leaders and Commission on People with D

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County Executive Isiah Leggett and County Councilmember George Leventhal will join officials from the Maryland-National Capital Building Association, members of the County’s Commission on People with Disabilities and officials with the County’s Department of Permitting Services to launch the County’s new voluntary certification program for builders of new homes and those renovating existing homes. The guidelines for “live-ability” and “visit-ability” incorporate design features such as a no step entrance -- making it easier and safer to bring in a baby stroller, move in large furniture, accommodate a person living with a temporary or permanent disability, accommodate friends or relatives who have mobility limitations, and ultimately help people age in place.


Note to editors: Visuals will be available of Winchester Homes models that incorporate universal design features, along with b-roll of a home that inco ...more


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