# Sec. 4-358. Universal Design: Exterior/Entrance

Codified through Bill No. CB-018-2026, adopted May 12, 2026, effective July 24, 2026. Source: Municode, Supplement 2026 Update 2. Editorial notes and legislative history omitted.

## Sec. 4-358. Universal Design: Exterior/Entrance

Prince George's County, Md., Code § 4-358 (2026)

(a) There shall be a step-free route of travel to at least one step-free entrance to the dwelling unit. Entrance to the unit by way of a garage would qualify as an acceptable route. Multifamily dwelling units located within a building that are above the first floor of the building and are only accessible via stairway are exempt from this requirement.

(b) The door of this entrance shall be a minimum of 36-inches wide and shall meet all applicable building requirements.

(c) Exterior lead walks shall be structurally firm and slip resistant with a smooth uniform surface.

(d) Lead walks shall be a minimum of 42-inch-wide from the point of arrival to the primary or garage entrance and any slope should be consistent with all applicable requirements.