2022 California Standards for Accessible Design Guide (effective January 1, 2023)
11B-608.4 Seats.
A folding seat shall be provided in roll-in type showers and transfer type shower compartments. Seats shall comply with Section 11B-610.
[2010 ADA Standards] 608.4 Seats. A folding or non-folding seat shall be provided in transfer type shower compartments. A folding seat shall be provided in roll-in type showers required in transient lodging guest rooms with mobility features complying with 806.2. Seats shall comply with 610.
Exception: In residential dwelling units, seats shall not be required in shower compartments provided that reinforcement has been installed in walls so as to permit the installation of seats complying with Section 11B-608.4.
ETA Editor's Note
Unlike 2010 ADA Standards, CBC requires a folding seat at all accessible showers, unless the Exception above is applicable.
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