1. Exclusion of people with disabilities: Poor alignment between architecture clarity and accessibility standards can result in exclusion of people with disabilities from accessing a building or space, making it difficult for them to perform their day-to-day tasks or activities.
2. Legal issues: Failure to adhere to accessibility standards can lead to legal issues, including non-compliance with laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and being fined or sued for discrimination.
3. Negative reputation: Failure to provide an accessible environment can result in negative publicity and a damaged reputation, which can harm a business or organization.
4. Reduced market potential: Non-compliance with accessibility standards can also limit market potential by excluding people with disabilities from using products or services offered by a business or organization.
5. Costly retrofitting: Poor alignment between architecture clarity and accessibility standards can require costly retrofits to bring a building or space up to code, which can be financially burdensome for building owners and managers.
6. Inefficient use of space: Poorly designed accessibility features can result in inefficient use of space, leading to limited maneuverability and access for people with disabilities.
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