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1. How will the ordinance be enforced?

Municipal inspectors or officials (Fire Safety, Construction, Health) may inspect for compliance with this ordinance.  A complaint from a member of the public or an employee may prompt such inspection.

2. What happens if my building is out of compliance with the ordinance?

If during the inspection, a lack of compliance is found, the inspector will provide verbal or written warning addressing how to achieve compliance within 30 calendar days. You will be able to email pictures to the responsible municipal official/department during that time period to demonstrate compliance.

3. What are the penalties?

Under section 1-6(a), violators can be punished by a fine not to exceed $2,000, or imprisonment up to a maximum of ninety days, or community service up to a maximum of ninety days. Each day that such violation continues shall constitute a separate offense.

4. How should signage be displayed?

Signage should be permanent and clearly indicate that the restroom is open to all genders, including but not limited to:

• All-Gender Restroom
• Gender-Neutral Restroom
• Signs that use gender-neutral images
• Toilet
• Unisex Restroom
• Water Closet (WC)

Examples of Acceptable Signs

View approved Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signs.

Contact

Please reach out to the Office of Fire Safety, Construction Department, or the Health Department if you require clarification on signage.

5. What if my business uses specially ordered signs that require time to make? Can I get an extension?

If a business cannot post its branded/specially-made sign prior to that date, the business must post interim appropriate signage. Need a temporary sign? Download our postcard (PDF).

6. Can a waiver be obtained?

A covered entity or place of public accommodation may obtain a waiver from these requirements if it documents in writing, to construction officials’ satisfaction, that compliance with this section would violate or conflict with the State plumbing code or other duly adopted State law.