2.10.3. Budget Constraints

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is meant by budget constraints?

   Hint

   Think about costs involved in a project.

2. 2.

   Name one accessibility feature.

   Hint

   Consider features that help with mobility.

3. 3.

   Budget constraints affect the inclusion of accessibility features because they are considered:

   • Essential elements of all projects
   • Non-essential costs
   • Mandatory requirements

   Hint

   Think about how budgets are prioritized.

4. 4.

   True or False: Retrofitting older buildings for accessibility is generally less expensive than building new, accessible structures.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on the comparisons between old and new constructions.

5. 5.

   Imagine you are a civil engineer tasked with a project that has a strict budget. Propose a strategy to incorporate accessibility without increasing costs excessively.

   Hint

   Consider ways to present opportunities that blend accessibility with regular project costs.

6. 6.

   Given a case study where a city invested in retrofitting all public buildings for accessibility, analyze the economic benefits that arose from this investment.

   Hint

   Reflect on the broader impact of inclusivity on the community and the economy.