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Accessibility Consulting

Specialized consulting for CMHC MLI Select compliance and Universal Design.

CMHC MLI Select Requirements

CMHC MLI Select provides mortgage insurance incentives for multi-unit projects that meet high accessibility standards. Compliance requires a professional two-tiered approach:

Mandatory Condition

CSA B651:23 compliance for all common areas and visitability requirements

Mandatory Condition

  • 15% of units compliant with CSA B651:23
  • 15% of units following Universal Design principles
  • RHFAC v4.0 score of 60% or higher

Our Accessibility Services

Concept & Plan Review

Detailed evaluation of architectural drawings during early design stages.

Universal Design Guidance

General RBQ compliance and building condition assessments.

RHFAC v4.0 Prep

Expert coordination to ensure your building achieves certification.

MLI Select Documentation

Compilation of all technical proofs required for CMHC loan applications.

CSA B651:23 Overview

The national standard for accessible design for the built environment. We provide specific consulting on:
  • Access & Circulation
  • Sanitary Facilities
  • Controls & Interfaces
  • Ramps, Elevators, Stairs
  • Controls & Interfaces
  • Cognitive Accessibility

RHFAC v4.0

Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification is a points-based system evaluating meaningful access for a diverse range of users.

Certified Level
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Gold Level
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  • Note: Early involvement is critical. Retrofitting accessibility into a late-stage design can increase construction costs by 5-10%. Alta Consultants provides the most value during pre-concept and concept phases.

Universal Design (UD) Principles

Universal Design goes beyond simple barrier-free codes, aiming to make environments usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation.

Equitable Use

The design is useful and marketable to people with diverse abilities.

Flexibility in Use

The design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and abilities.

Simple and Intuitive Use

Use of the design is easy to understand, regardless of the user's experience, knowledge, language skills, or current concentration level.

Perceptible Information

The design communicates necessary information effectively to the user, regardless of ambient conditions or the user's sensory abilities.

Tolerance for Error

The design minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of accidental or unintended actions.

Low Physical Effort

The design can be used efficiently and comfortably and with a minimum of fatigue.

Size and Space for Approach and Use

Appropriate size and space is provided for approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of user's body size, posture, or mobility.