1117B.1, Item 5

Note: Portions of this document or referenced document qualify for 2013 CBC Section 11B-202.4, Exception 2, and all or part of this information may only apply to California “Safe Harbored” elements addressed in that Exception.

SECTION 1117B - OTHER BUILDING COMPONENTS

1117B.1 Accessible drinking fountains. Where drinking fountains are provided, they shall comply with this section:

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4. The bubbler shall be activated by a manually operated system complying with Section 1117B.6, Item 4 that is front mounted or side mounted and located within 6 inches (152mm) of the front edge of the fountain or an electronically controlled device. The bubbler outlet orifice shall be located within 6 inches (152mm) of the front edge of the drinking fountain and within 36 inches (914 mm) of the floor. The water stream from the bubbler shall be substantially parallel to the front edge of the drinking fountain.

5. The spout shall provide a flow of water at least 4 inches (102 mm) high so as to allow the insertion of a cup or glass under the flow of water. On an accessible drinking fountain with a round or oval bowl, the spout must be positioned so the flow of water is within 3 inches (75 mm) of the front edge of the fountain.

ETA Editor's Note

The requirements of 2010 CBC 1117B.1, Items 4 and 5 are similar to 1991 ADAAG 4.15.3. The requirements of 2013 CBC 11B-602.5 and 11B-602.6 are identical to 2010 ADAS 602.5 and 602.6, and are more stringent than the earlier regulations.

ETA Editor's Note

Select portions of the 2010 California Building Code (2010 CBC) are provided for reference only. If you would like to see the 2010 CBC in its entirety, it is available for purchase from the International Code Council (http://www.iccsafe.org).

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