HARRISBURG — This is an official press release from the U.S. Department of Justice (USAO - Pennsylvania, Middle), published as received.
HARRISBURG - The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced a settlement with Harrisburg Millworks LLC, the owner of The Millworks, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The agreement was reached under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”).
According to United States Attorney David J. Freed, the United States Department of Justice received a complaint that The Millworks was not accessible to individuals in wheelchairs. After an investigation with the owner’s complete cooperation, the United States Attorney’s Office found architectural barriers to access and violations of the relevant ADA Standards in The Millworks.
Under the terms of the agreement, The Millworks has agreed to remove those architectural barriers in their seating areas and lavatories. Any future alteration to The Millworks must also comply with federal disability law. The Millworks further agreed to pay a civil penalty of $6,000 to the United States for this ADA violation.
“Restaurants must ensure that their construction and operation comply with all requirements of the ADA, and that they provide equal access for all people,” said U.S. Attorney David J. Freed. “The Millworks quickly and cooperatively worked to address the ADA violations discovered during our investigation, which will enable all prospective patrons to dine at its establishment.”
Federal law requires public accommodations, including restaurants, to provide individuals with disabilities equal access to facilities. The ADA authorizes the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney’s Office to undertake investigations and periodic reviews of covered establishments. For more information on the ADA, visit www.ADA.gov.
This case was handled by Assistant United States Attorney Michael J. Butler.
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