August 2, 2026, 6:00 a.m. EDT
In San Francisco, finding a rental apartment with elevator access has become a challenge for many. Patrice Bratcher, who has experienced several knee and back surgeries due to epileptic seizures, set her sights on an apartment where elevator access was essential.
Elevator advocates are now proposing the installation of smaller, cost-effective elevators. This change may fuel a housing boom by reducing the construction costs and making accessible living spaces more prevalent.
Bratcher uses a foot pedal to call the elevator in her building, demonstrating a demand for more accessible housing options. Her struggle highlights a broader issue affecting numerous individuals who require elevators in high-rise living.
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