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Are there any limitations on the ADA's auxiliary aids requirements? [1]

Yes. The ADA does not require the provision of any auxiliary aid that would result in an undue burden or in a fundamental alteration in the nature of the goods or services provided by a public accommodation. However, the public accommodation is not relieved from the duty to furnish an alternative auxiliary aid, if available, that would not result in a fundamental alteration or undue burden. Both of these limitations are derived from existing regulations and case law under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and are to be determined on a case-by-case basis.


For additional information, take a look at the following resources:

FAQ: What kinds of auxiliary aids and services are required by the ADA to ensure effective communication? [2]

FAQ: What is considered an "undue hardship" for a reasonable accommodation? [3]

Fact Sheet: Effective Communication [4]

Communication Interpretation Resources [5]


Source URL: https://adata.org/faq/are-there-any-limitations-adas-auxiliary-aids-requirements

Links:
[1] https://adata.org/faq/are-there-any-limitations-adas-auxiliary-aids-requirements
[2] https://adata.org/faq/what-kinds-auxiliary-aids-and-services-are-required-ada-ensure-effective-communication
[3] https://adata.org/faq/what-considered-undue-hardship-reasonable-accommodation
[4] https://adata.org/factsheet/communication
[5] https://adata.org/communication-interpretation