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You must hire a contractor to measure and build a wheelchair ramp in front of your house.
www.wheelchairramp.org has information and a manual on how to build them. There is also www.wikihow.com/Build-a-Wheelchair-Ramp
One can build a wheelchair ramp by laying a piece of plywood or two parallel boards side by side over a staircase. It is best to push the person up the ramp so that they can build speed and jump off the other side further than they otherwise would.
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If you increase the height of the ramp but not its length, the force needed to push the wheelchair up the ramp will increase. This is because a higher ramp will require more work to overcome gravity and lift the chair to a greater height. As the height increases, the force required to push the wheelchair up the ramp will increase proportionally.
Any material that is strong and sturdy should be good to use. Http://www.a1-wheelchair-ramps.com/info/building-a-wheelchair-ramp recommends using wood to build a ramp. You may want to visit their website for further instructions and tips.
In the Town of Brookhaven, a building permit is generally required for the installation of a wheelchair ramp, particularly if it involves structural changes or is intended for public access. It's important to check local codes and regulations, as specific requirements can vary based on the ramp's design and location. Consulting with the town's building department or reviewing their guidelines can provide clarity on the permit process.
A wheelchair ramp is an example of the simple machines known as inclined planes.
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Your local building code office would know the answer, but in general any structural modification to a building would need to be built according to safety code and a wheelchair ramp built to comply with accessibility code. It is usually better to find out before you build rather than risk a big fine and having to re-do the construction later.
The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) has developed Accessibility Guidelines for wheelchair ramps used for public access, with clear specifications and requirements. Check with your State Building Inspector to see if you need a building permit before building any kind of ramp, because in some cases you do.