The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush. The ADA is one of America's most comprehensive pieces of civil rights legislation that prohibits discrimination and guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to participate in the mainstream of American life -- to enjoy employment opportunities, to purchase goods and services, and to participate in State and local government programs and services. Modeled after the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin – and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 -- the ADA is an "equal opportunity" law for people with disabilities.

To be protected by the ADA, one must have a disability, which is defined by the ADA as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, a person who has a history or record of such an impairment, or a person who is perceived by others as having such an impairment. The ADA does not specifically name all of the impairments that are covered.

Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended
The text of the law

Forsyth County ADA Transition Plan

ADA Grievance Form

ADA Accommodation Request Form

Non-discrimination Policy

Website Accessibility

Forsyth County is committed to ensuring the accessibility and usability of our website and online services in alignment with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1, Level AA (WCAG 2.1, AA) standards, as well as applicable requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  

As part of this commitment, we are making significant enhancements to this website.

Accessibility Assistance

In accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Forsyth County is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to programs, services, and activities offered through this website.

If you experience difficulty accessing any content on this website or require an accommodation or information in an alternative format, please contact us. We will make reasonable efforts to provide the requested information in an accessible manner and within a reasonable timeframe.