Accessibility
The Housing Development & Finance Committee (HDFC) aims to ensure an inclusive web experience for all visitors, recognizing the diverse range of physical and cognitive disabilities that can affect user interaction. Vision loss, hearing loss, limited manual dexterity, and Dyslexia are just a few examples of such disabilities, each requiring different methods to effectively access electronic information.
HDFC remains committed to proactively addressing accessibility concerns pertaining to website content and documents, taking affirmative steps to ensure compliance. This includes ongoing endeavors to convert historical documents into accessible formats. If any document or information on HDFC’s website is presently inaccessible, alternative accessible formats can be provided upon request. To request specific documents or information, contact us and specify your preferred format. It is important to note, however, that HDFC cannot assume responsibility for the content or accessibility of external websites or documents linked on this website.
If you have difficulty accessing any material on this site, please contact us in writing:
651 Bannon Street, Suite 400
Sacramento, CA 95811
Website Accessibility Features
We have implemented a range of technology solutions to enhance the user experience of our website, ensuring easier navigation, faster loading times, and improved accessibility. Here are some of the notable solutions we have integrated:
Style Sheets
The website utilizes responsive Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to ensure consistent layouts and a contemporary design that facilitates seamless user interaction across various browsers and devices. In terms of accessibility, CSS is meticulously maintained to align with the WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This includes, but is not limited to, considerations such as color contrast, responsiveness of content, and navigability of the website’s elements.
Accessible Images & Infographics
All images, graphics, and photographs on the HDFC website include an alternative text “ALT” and/or “TITLE” attributes.
Breadcrumb Navigation
Located directly below the main navigation towards the top of the website, the breadcrumbs provide a trail of where you’re at and where you have been. Breadcrumbs make it easier and quicker to navigate your way back to the root folder.
WCAG 2.0 Level AA
The HDFC website adheres to WCAG 2.0 AA Guidelines and Success Criteria organized under the following 4 principles: