Our mission is to increase opportunities for people with disabilities by facilitating full and equal participation in all aspects of life within the City of Boston. This includes reducing architectural, procedural, attitudinal, and communication barriers as well as promoting equity in housing, education, employment, transportation, and civic activities.
Our office works toward compliance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We also provide information and referral, architectural access review, and advocacy on disability issues.
SMS đổi trò chơi đổi thưởngMonday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
On March 15, Mayor Marty Walsh announced a public health emergency in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In response, the City of Boston Disabilities Commission is encouraging Architectural Access Board applicants to send variance and amendment applications by email, instead of physical, mailed-in copies. This allows for our staff to continue to work remotely. It also promotes environmentally-friendly operational practices.
Please adhere to the following guidelines for electronic submission:
Please email ada@boston.govSMS đổi trò chơi đổi thưởng, should there be any questions or concerns.
Commissioner Kristen McCosh
Mayor's Commission for Persons with Disabilities
1 City Hall Square, Room 967
Boston, MA 02201
617-635-3682 (voice)
617-635-2541 (tty)
617-635-2726 (fax)
disability@boston.gov
Learn more about how the City of Boston complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
SMS đổi trò chơi đổi thưởngThe annual report highlights the work that the commission has done to improve accessibility in Boston over the last year.
Resources for those with disabilities who need transportation help.
Accessible taxi cabs are known as Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs).
You can appeal the City's decision if your application was denied.
SMS đổi trò chơi đổi thưởngThe advisory group keeps our commission updated on local issues.
SMS đổi trò chơi đổi thưởngAmerican Sign Language and other language access in the City of Boston
Applying for an accessible parking spot? Learn the rules first.
The Disability Commission Advisory Board typically meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
The meetings take place at Boston City Hall, 1 City Hall Square, on the 5th floor in the Iannella Chamber.
*November and December combined due to holidays
