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the wall just below the bottom of
the sink and pipes go straight up
to the faucet, then insulation
would not be required.)
D.3.15
4.21.2, p42
Are the shower dimensions of
shower 35(a) to be strictly
complied with?
Yes.
Can a flexible length such as 36"
to 40" for each dimension be
allowed?
No. Once a person has
transferred from a wheelchair to
the seat, he must be able to
reach the controls and grab bar
without leaning forward.
D.3.16
4.21.2, p42
Are the shower dimensions of
shower 35(b) to be strictly
complied with? Is a flexible
width of 30" to 36" and a
flexible length of 60" to 66"
acceptable?
A 36" width is actually better.
Figure 35(b) dimension of "60"
should read "60 minimum".
D.3.17
4.21.2, p42
Refer to Fig 35(b): Is the 36" x
60" clear space valid? Could the
60" dimension be reduced, since a
sink is shown in the clear area?
No. The sink must provide knee
space as specified in Figure 31
to allow use of the clear floor
space.
D.3.18
4.21.4, p42
Length of grab bar needs to be
specified for control side of 36"
x 36" shower.
Yes, this should be clarified.
Please note that the plan and
elevations indicate the grab bar
continues around the corner.
D.3.19
4.21.4, p42
Length of grab bar needs to be
specified for side and control
wall of 30" x 60" shower.
Yes, this should be clarified.
Plan and elevations show grab bar
as continuous around 3 sides so
lengths would be dependent on
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