Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Access & Compliance

ADA Complaince

Find information about the ADA Compliance team at the Department of General Services and how they ensure that buildings and facilities are built and maintained in accordance with the ADA. Learn about how to send complaints to the Office of Human Rights.

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Montgomery County ADA Compliance - Department of General Services

The Department’s ADA Compliance Team provides training and technical assistance to County departments, ensures that buildings and facilities are built and maintained in accordance with the ADA, provides information and assistance to the public on the accessibility of County programs and services and administers the County’s Title II grievance procedure.​  Title II of the ADA requires that state and local government entities do not discriminate against people with disabilities in their programs, services and activities.
Phone: 240-777-6197 (Voice) • MD Relay 711
E-mail[email protected]

Montgomery County Office of Human Rights

Montgomery County Office of Human Rights conducts investigations on complaints of discrimination and harassment in the business sector or housing discrimination complaint. Also provide information on requirements for townhouse and condominium developments.
Phone: 240-777-8450 (Voice)

Mid-Atlantic ADA Center

Mid-Atlantic ADA Center -  ADA specialists help with many aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). They offer advice on things like:

  • Making workplaces accessible for everyone
  • Building codes for new construction to ensure accessibility
  • Finding accessible housing
  • Transitioning from school to the workforce
They also provide information about state-specific laws and have a network of local contacts. They offer training on various ADA topics through in-person sessions or online formats like webinars, podcasts, and web courses. Topics include:
  • Accessible technology
  • ADA in education (from preschool to college)
  • Accessible architectural design
  • ADA and employment
  • Accessible health care
  • Emergency preparedness
  • ADA in hospitality

Their services cover Delaware, D.C., Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Phone: 1-800-949-4232 (Toll Free - Voice/TTY) • 301-217-0124 (Voice/TTY)