UFC 4-740-06
12 January 2006
TABLE 4-5.1. COMMONS
This is the "heart" of the facility. It is the space that connects the basic components of
Description/
a youth center such as the activity rooms, computer room, teen room, multipurpose
Usage
room, and the SAC area. The area should be open and inviting and offer defined
areas where smaller groups of youth can gather for such activities as eating, gaming,
and group conversations. The Commons should naturally "grow" out of the Lobby.
The entrances to the other youth center components should be well defined and act as
"portals" to these other areas.
The game area, snack bar/eating area, and vending area could be sub areas within the
Commons. The Navy normally does not provide a vending area.
The Commons should also provide access to the outdoor activity areas but not the
Teen Patio.
Min. Ceiling Ht.
2.4 m (8 ft.) minimum with 3.66 m (12 ft.) recommended; up to 5.49 m (18 ft.) may be
considered. Consider varying the ceiling heights to provide interest and variety of scale.
Walls. Painted gypsum wallboard or vinyl wall covering.
Finishes
Floor. VCT with vinyl or rubber base. If budget allows, consider stained concrete,
terrazzo tile, or some other natural stone tile.
the Commons. Consider painted gypsum board or decorative finishes.
None required. Consider providing a drinking fountain.
Plumbing
20 C (68 F) minimum, 26 C (78 F) maximum.
HVAC
Provide system per paragraph 3-5.3.
Fire Protection
Power
Provide outlets per code. Additional outlets are required in the game area and for the
CCTV and CATV system. Also consider other additional outlets for special events held
in this space, e.g. like a dance.
Lighting
215 to 430 Lux (20 to 40 ft. candles) general ambient lighting. Provide a variety of
other accent and task lighting fixtures to create interest. Provide dedicated fixtures
over the pool and gaming tables. Consider providing dimming in some areas.
CCTV. Provide sufficient quantity to allow adequate coverage.
Communication
CATV/Internal Video. One or two outlets.
PA/Audio. Provide at least one speaker.
Telephone. None required.
Data. None required.
Security. None required.
None required.
Casework
Tables, chairs, soft and padded furniture, and television(s). Additional specific
Furnishings
furniture requirements are described in the associated areas.
Fixtures &
Equipment
(FF&E)
This space will be greatly enhanced by skylights or clerestory windows. Army requires
Special
the exterior doors to be alarmed.
Requirements
A general Youth Program storage closet is programmed and generally provides
storage for the Commons and Game Area. It is likely located off of the Commons. If it
is a separate room, provide a vision panel in the door.
For use during project execution by the appropriate Service agency
Staff.
Occupancy
Patrons/Youth.
Min. net m2 (ft2)
Area.
Storage Closet.
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