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ADAAG Manual

Note: This document, portion of document or referenced document was published prior to the 2010 ADA Standards, and all or part of this information may only apply to Safe Harbored elements.

Clear Floor Space [4.35.2]

Clear floor space is required for a parallel approach to the bench. Recommendations: Consider additional space on the narrow dimension to allow alternative transfers. Some people may need to fully recline to dress or change clothes. Benches long enough to allow a supine position can be helpful where people may to need to completely undress or change clothing (locker and shower rooms, certain medical treatment or exam rooms, etc.). Placing the bench in a corner will allow the walls to be used as support or as a backrest.

Plan diagrams showing required turning space and bench clear floor space in a dressing room

Space is important so that users can turn around and exit through swinging or sliding doors. Benches can overlap turning space where clearance (9 inches minimum) is available for toes. Where mirrors are located in dressing rooms, those in accessible rooms must be full length (18 by 54 inches minimum) and mounted to provide a view from the bench as well as from a standing position.

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