Guidance on the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

Plan 6B: 12-Foot Wide Accessible Guest Room

This drawing shows an accessible 12-foot wide guest room with features that comply with the 2010 Standards. Features include a transfer shower, water closet length (rim to rear wall) 24 inches maximum, comparable vanity, wardrobe, and door connecting to adjacent guest room. Furnishings include two beds.

The following accessible features are provided in the bathroom:

• Comparable vanity counter top space (section 806);

• Transfer shower (section 603.2);

• Shower seat (section 610.3);

• Clearance in front of the shower extends beyond the seat and is 36 inches wide min. (section 607.2);

• Recessed lavatory with vanity counter top permits shorter rear grab bar at water closet (section 604.5.2);

• Circular turning space in room (section 603.2.1);

• Required clear floor spaces at fixtures and turning space overlap (section 603.2.2);

• Water closet clearance is 60 inches at back wall and 56 inches deep (section 604.3);

• Centerline of the water closet at 16 inches from side wall (section 604.2); and

• No other fixtures or obstructions located within required water closet clearance (section 604.3).

The following accessible features are provided in the living area:

• Circular turning space (section 304.3.2);

• Accessible route (section 402);

• Clear floor space between beds (section 806.2.3);

• Maneuvering clearances at all doors (section 404.2);

• Accessible operable window (section 229); and

• Accessible controls for the heat and air conditioning (section 309).