Multi-Story Access Assessment Is this a one-story home? * Yes No Is there an elevator or a lift? * Elevator or platform lift Stacked closets or a 48x48 inch space (or greater) in floor plan for future elevator Stair lift(s) No elevator or lift Does the elevator or lift provide access to all floors? * Yes No Does the space for an elevator provide access to all floors? * Yes No What are the characteristics of the stairway(s)? * Handrail on one side Handrails on both sides Handrail extends beyond top step Handrail extends beyond bottom step No handrails Landing area at bottom, at least 48x48 inches Landing area at top, at least 48x48 inches Power outlets at top and bottom Stairway(s) have at least one change in direction Stairway(s) are straight (no change in direction) What are the characteristics of the steps? * Steps are less than 36 inches wide Steps are at least 36 inches wide Steps are between 4 and 7 inches high Steps are over 7 inches high Steps are less than 11 inches deep Steps are at least 11 inches deep Backs of steps are open Surface of steps is slip-resistant Contrasting colors define steps (backs) Contrasting colors define steps on tread edges Contrasting textures define steps on tread edges What are the characteristics of the lighting? * Switches installed at both ends of all stairways Switch installed at one end of stairways Overhead lighting Stair lighting (low, close to steps) Sensor-activated or always on No lighting Your email address (optional) If you enter your address here, a link to the results will be sent to your inbox.