2019 California Standards for Accessible Design Guide (effective January 1, 2020 with July 1, 2021 amendments)
11B-608.5.2 Standard roll-in type shower compartments.
In standard roll-in type shower compartments, the controls, faucets, and the shower spray unit shall be located on the back wall of the compartment adjacent to the seat 16 inches (406 mm) minimum and 27 inches (686 mm) maximum from the seat wall; and shall be located above the grab bar, but no higher than 48 inches (1219 mm) above the shower floor.
[2010 ADA Standards] 608.5.2 Standard Roll-In Type Shower Compartments. In standard roll-in type shower compartments, the controls, faucets, and shower spray unit shall be located above the grab bar, but no higher than 48 inches (1220 mm) above the shower floor. Where a seat is provided, the controls, faucets, and shower spray unit shall be installed on the back wall adjacent to the seat wall and shall be located 27 inches (685 mm) maximum from the seat wall.
(a) reserved
(b) with seat
FIGURE 11B-608.5.2
STANDARD ROLL-IN TYPE SHOWER COMPARTMENT CONTROL LOCATION
ETA Editor's Note
The CBC requirements for positioning controls in standard roll-in shower compartments are more restrictive than 2010 ADA Standards.
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