I was at a school in Manhattan that had a 3rd floor auditorium. Near the stage was a wheelchair lift, for hoisting wheelchair users up to the stage. It was probably installed to satisfy accessibility mandates. Ironically, there are no elevators in the building, so it is highly unlikely that anyone using a wheelchair will make it up to the 3rd floor.
The wheelchair lift — which probably cost a mint to purchase and install — is filled with garbage and detritus….
Occasional Observations of Traveling Technology Coach 