The Challenge
The hotel initiated voluntary ADA upgrades to address exterior accessibility barriers identified through formal review.
The work occurred on an existing concrete podium parking structure with a waterproofing system, limiting the use of heavy equipment and requiring controlled demolition methods.
Key compliance risks included maintaining tight slope tolerances at accessible route door transitions, coordinating elevations around adjacent sliding doors, preserving functional drainage performance, and matching multi-tone site finishes during winter construction conditions.
The Solution
Protrk® implemented an ADA design-build approach to correct accessibility barriers while protecting the podium waterproofing system and occupied areas below.
Work sequencing and execution were carefully coordinated to maintain slope precision, drainage performance, and architectural finish continuity across the accessible route.
Key actions taken:
- Performed controlled manual demolition to protect the waterproof podium structure
- Refined accessible route door transitions to maintain near-flush entry conditions
- Coordinated slope tolerances with existing drainage inlet locations
- Aligned elevations around sliding doors and adjacent access points
- Matched existing site finishes using colored concrete and compatible surface treatments
- Adjusted construction sequencing as scope expanded while maintaining quality control
The Result
The hotel achieved improved exterior accessibility and a stronger ADA compliance posture through proactive barrier removal and accessible route improvements.
The upgrades enhanced guest access while reducing potential exposure to future accessibility claims.
Project outcomes:
- Delivered improved accessible routes across the podium parking structure
- Maintained waterproofing protection and structural integrity during construction
- Minimized disruption to hotel operations and occupied areas
- Successfully coordinated winter construction conditions and expanded scope
- Provided documented closeout support aligned with voluntary ADA improvement objectives
