Are there any special demands regarding design of changing facilities? We are planning to install a shower in the handicap lavatory at each level in an office building i.e. more showers than needed according to LEED. Is a handicap lavatory with shower enought as changing facility? There will be some hooks on the wall for clothes etc. and if the possible a hinged bench or stool will be placed in the lavatory.
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Rick Ferrara
AIA, LEED BD+CGensler
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June 1, 2010 - 10:46 pm
Therese, check ADA for the bench requirements. Changing rooms are required to have a permanently mounted bench 24"x 48" (as I recall) affixed to a wall. If it's hinged the operating force must meet the <5#'s of pull (with a closed fist). Larger or smaller benches are NOT allowed, as the law is very specific on the size. Stools are NOT allowed.