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Section 508 Compliance for Real Estate Websites

Meet Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements with comprehensive accessibility testing designed for real estate organizations.

Why Section 508 Matters for Real Estate

Real Estate organizations must meet Section 508 to serve users with disabilities

Accessibility compliance reduces legal risk and improves user experience

Section 508 is the recognized standard for real estate accessibility

Meeting Section 508 demonstrates commitment to inclusive digital services

Compliance opens access to users with disabilities who need real estate services

Section 508 Requirements for Real Estate

Web content must conform to WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA

Critical for real estate websites and applications

Software applications must be accessible

Critical for real estate websites and applications

Hardware must be accessible

Critical for real estate websites and applications

Electronic documents must be accessible

Critical for real estate websites and applications

Telecommunications products must be accessible

Critical for real estate websites and applications

Common Section 508 Issues in Real Estate Websites

Issue

Property images without descriptions

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Inaccessible map-based search features

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Virtual tours lacking audio descriptions

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Filter systems not keyboard accessible

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

How A11yScan Helps Real Estate Meet Section 508

Section 508 Testing

Automated testing against all Section 508 success criteria relevant to real estate.

Real Estate Focus

Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common real estate accessibility issues.

Compliance Reports

Generate Section 508 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 monitoring to maintain Section 508 compliance as your real estate site evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions: Real Estate Section 508 Compliance

Is Section 508 required for real estate websites?

Section 508 is the standard for web accessibility compliance. Real Estate organizations must meet accessibility requirements under applicable laws, with Section 508 being the recognized technical standard.

What are the most common Section 508 issues in real estate?

Common issues include property images without descriptions, inaccessible map-based search features, virtual tours lacking audio descriptions. These violations are frequently cited in accessibility audits and complaints against real estate organizations.

How do I test real estate sites for Section 508?

Use a combination of automated testing tools like A11yScan and manual testing with assistive technology. Focus on real estate-specific workflows like property images without descriptions.

Ready to Achieve Section 508 Compliance for Your Real Estate Website?

Start with a free accessibility scan and see exactly where your real estate site stands with Section 508 requirements.