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// CODE SNIPPET

609.3 Spacing

2010 ADA Standards > 6 Plumbing Elements and Facilities > 609 Grab Bars > 609.3 Spacing
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The space between the wall and the grab bar shall be 11/2 inches (38 mm). The space between the grab bar and projecting objects below and at the ends shall be 11/2 inches (38 mm) minimum. The space between the grab bar and projecting objects above shall be 12 inches (305 mm) minimum.

EXCEPTION: The space between the grab bars and shower controls, shower fittings, and other grab bars above shall be permitted to be 11/2 inches (38 mm) minimum.
Figure 609.3 Spacing of Grab Bars
A grab bar is shown with a projecting object mounted above and below it.  Projecting objects must spaced 11/2 inch (38 mm) minimum below and 12 inches (305 mm) minimum above the grab bar.  Recessed objects can be spaced immediately above and below.

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