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Barrier Free Design Board
The Barrier Free Design Board was created by 1974 PA 190, amending 1966 PA 1. The board has the responsibility to receive, review, and process requests for exceptions to the barrier free design specifications; require appropriate equivalent alternatives when exceptions are granted; receive, process, and make recommendations for barrier free design rules.
To view current board members or if interested in serving on this board, apply at the Governor's Appointments Page. If you are interested in serving on this board, apply at Appointments (michigan.gov).
Requests to appear before the Barrier Free Design Board (including completed documentation and applicable fee) must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the meeting date. Meeting dates, times, and locations are subject to change.
All meetings will be held at 611 W. Ottawa Street, Lansing, MI 48933.
The meeting site and parking are accessible. Individuals attending a meeting are requested to refrain from using heavily scented personal care products, in order to enhance accessibility for everyone. Please make sure all cell phones, pagers, and other personal electronic devices are turned off or set to vibrate. People with disabilities requiring additional services (such as materials in alternative format) in order to participate in a meeting should contact BCC's Administrative Services Division by emailing LARA-BCC-Boards-Commissions@michigan.gov or calling 517-241-9303 at least 10 workdays before the meeting date. LARA is an equal opportunity employer/program.
2026 Barrier Free Design Meetings
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January 15, 2026, 10:00 am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: November 17, 2025 |
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March 12, 2026, 10:00am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: January 12, 2026 |
Public Notice |
Cancelled due to lack of actionable items. |
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May 7, 2026, 10:00am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 4 Submittal Deadline: March 9, 2026 |
Public Notice |
Cancelled due to lack of actionable items. |
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July 9, 2026, 10:00am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: May 11, 2026 |
Public Notice |
Cancelled due to lack of actionable items. |
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September 3, 2026, 10:00am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 4 Submittal Deadline: July 6, 2026 |
Public Notice | Agenda | Minutes | Final Decision |
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November 12, 2026, 10:00 am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: September 14, 2026 |
Public Notice | Agenda | Minutes | Final Decision |
2025 Barrier Free Design Meetings
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January 23, 2025, 10:00 am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: November 25, 2024 |
Cancelled due to lack of actionable business |
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March 13, 2025, 10:00 am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: January 13, 2025 |
Public Notice | Agenda | Minutes | Final Decision |
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May 8, 2025, 10:00 am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: March 10, 2025 |
Public Notice |
Cancelled due to lack of actionable business. |
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July 10, 2025, 10:00 am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: May 11, 2025 |
Public Notice |
Cancelled due to lack of actionable business. |
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September 4, 2025, 10:00 am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 4 Submittal Deadline: July 7, 2025 |
Public Notice |
Agenda | Minutes | Final Decision |
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November 13, 2025, 10:00am; Regular Meeting-UL CR 3 Submittal Deadline: September 15, 2025 |
Public Notice |
Agenda | Minutes |
Final Decision |