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§ 19959. — 19959. (Amended by Stats. 1974, Ch. 545.)

California § 19959.
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Div. 13.DIVISION 13. HOUSING
Part 5.5.PART 5.5. ACCESS TO PUBLIC ACCOMMODATIONS BY PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS

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Every existing public accommodation constructed prior to July 1, 1970, which is not exempted by Section 19956, shall be subject to the requirements of this chapter when any alterations, structural repairs or additions are made to such public accommodation. This requirement shall only apply to the area of specific alteration, structural repair or addition and shall not be construed to mean that the entire building or facility is subject to this chapter.

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Legislative History

Amended by Stats. 1974, Ch. 545.

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§ 19959.
19959. (Amended by Stats. 1974, Ch. 545.)
§ 19959.5.
19959.5. (Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 244, Sec. 5.)
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