The best time to consider ADA signage requirements is during construction. The second-best time? Today. While not every team integrates ADA into their plans from the start, the earlier you do, the more you reduce rework, keep inspections smooth, and avoid the costly ripple effects of last‑minute changes. According to PlanRadar’s 2025 report on construction rework, fixing mistakes consumes 5–10% of total project costs, and sometimes far more. Design-related errors, such as omissions or late changes, are among the most persistent drivers of rework. The Project Management Institute also reports that incomplete early planning increases cost overruns by 5% to even 11% in some cases. ADA signage may seem like a small line item, but when delayed, it becomes one
