Lisa Rapoport, PLANT Architect Inc. provided a presentation to the Accessibility Advisory Committee regarding the Mulock Property Design Concept which reviewed the park paths, the main house and the out-buildings. She compared the accessibility of the existing paths, the proposed primary and secondary paths, and the multi-use path that would be used as a skating trail in the winter months. The presentation then reviewed the main house floor plans of the first and second floors and basement, including the slope of the entrance to the house and an accessible ramp. The presentation continued with an outline of the elevator access to the second floor and a review of the accessible parking onsite. She further explained the design of the out-buildings being the artist residency, conservatory, and Zamboni building.
The Members queried the presenter regarding specific design elements such as the slope of entrance ramps, automatic door operators, stair placement and the swing of doors in relation to ramp placement. They further provided feedback on the inclusion of a universal washroom on the property similar to the Upper Canada Mall project, the preference to use ramps over stairs throughout the pathways, access to accessible equipment that can be used on the skating rink, and the ability for people with disabilities to enjoy all design components of the property.