Accessible Rest Room Code Requirements
Chapter 11 - Accessibility
Connecticut State Building Code 1999
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 1998
CHAPTER 6 - PLUMBING ELEMENTS AND FACILITIES
Section 606: Lavatories and Sinks
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 1998
606.1 General: Accessible lavatories and sinks shall comply with Section 606.
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 1998
606.2 Clear floor or ground space: A clear floor or ground space complying with Section 305.3 positioned
for forward approach, shall be provided. Knee and toe clearance complying with Section 306 shall be
provided.
Exceptions: 1.) A parallel approach shall be permitted to a kitchen sink in a space where a cook top
or conventional range is not provided.
2.) The dip of the overflow shall not be considered in determining knee and
toe clearances.
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 1998
606.3 Height and clearances: The front of lavatories and sinks shall be 34 inches maximum above the
floor or ground, measured to the higher of the fixture or counter surface.
27 min
685
34 max
865
8 min
205
9 min
230
17 min
430
11 min
280
Fig. 606.3
Height of Lavatories and Sinks
9 min
230
Fig. 306.3
Knee Clearance
Fig. 306.2
Toe Clearance
Drawings are for illustrative purposes only. Do not scale or submit as plans for permit.
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Accessible Rest Room Code Requirements
Chapter 11 - Accessibility
Connecticut State Building Code 1999
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 1998
CHAPTER 6 - PLUMBING ELEMENTS AND FACILITIES
Section 606: Lavatories and Sinks (continued)
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 1998
606.4 Faucets: Faucets shall comply with Section 309. Hand operated, self closing faucets shall remain
open for 10 seconds minimum.
CT Supplement 1999
404.5 Faucets and controls: The controls to operate a faucet shall be located no more than 25 inches
from the front face of a lavatory, kitchen sink, counter or vanity. At least one lavatory per gender per
bathroom shall have its faucet and control located within 13 inches from the face of the fixture or vanity
front. Lavatory faucets on accessible fixtures shall comply with the requirements of ICC/ANSI A117.1,
formerly entitled CABO/ANSI A117.1, referenced in Chapter 14.
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 1998
606.5 Bowl depth: Sinks shall be 6 1/2 inches deep maximum. Multiple compartment sinks shall have at
least one compartment complying with this requirement.
ICC/ANSI A117.1 - 1998
Exposed pipes and surfaces: Water supply and drain pipes under lavatories and sinks shall be insulated
or otherwise configured to protect against contact. There shall be no sharp or abrasive surfaces under
lavatories and sinks.
International Plumbing Code - 1997
405.3.1 Water closet, lavatories, and bidets: With regards to lavatories (which would apply to accessible
lavatories), this section states in part: lavatories shall not be set closer than 15 inches from its center to
any side wall, partition, vanity or other obstruction....
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Accessible Rest Room Code Requirements
Chapter 11 - Accessibility
Connecticut State Building Code 1999
Lavatory and Water Closet Clear Floor Space Diagram
The diagram below does not pertain to toilet compartments.
ALL USE GROUPS EXCEPT USE GROUP “R”
Face of wall
16" min
18" max
56"clear floor space
60" clear floor space
15" min
from side
wall
30" clear
floor space
Face of wall
See section 404.5, pg. 2
when required.
13"
min
17" min
48" clear floor space
Drawings are for illustrative
purposes only. Do not scale or
submit as plans for permit.
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