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1107.2.2 Type B+NYC Unit Toilet and Bathing Rooms

NYC Building Code 2022 > 11 Accessibility > 1107 Dwelling Units and Sleeping Units > 1107.2 Design > 1107.2.2 Type B+NYC Unit Toilet and Bathing Rooms
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Where toilet and bathing rooms are provided in a Type B+NYC dwelling unit or sleeping unit, all such toilet and bathing rooms shall comply with Sections 1107.2.2.1 through 1107.2.2.9. Within each such toilet room, at least one lavatory, and one water closet shall comply with Sections 1107.2.2.1 through 1107.2.2.7. Within each bathing room, at least one lavatory, one water closet, and either a bathtub or shower shall comply with Sections 1107.2.2.1 through 1107.2.2.8. Toilet and bathing fixtures shall be in a single room, such that travel between fixtures does not require travel beyond the room in which the fixtures of such toilet or bathing room is located. Additional fixtures shall comply with Section 1107.2.2.9.

Exception for Type A toilet and bathing room: Where at least one toilet and bathing room complying with Sections 1003.11 (Toilet and Bathing Facility) and 1003.3.2 (Turning Space) of ICC A117.1 is provided within a Type B+NYC dwelling unit or sleeping unit in accordance with Items 1 through 3 of this exception, other toilet and bathing rooms in the same unit shall be required to comply only with Sections 1004.3 (Accessible route), 1004.4 (Walking Surfaces), 1004.5.2 (User Passage Doorways), 1004.9 (Operable Parts) and 1004.11.1 (Grab Bar and Shower Seat Reinforcement) of ICC A117.1. In addition, a vertical grab bar 18 inches (457.2 mm) minimum in length shall be mounted with the bottom of the bar located between 39 inches (990.6 mm) and 41 inches (1041.4 mm) above the floor, and with the center of the bar located at 30 inches (762 mm) from the rear wall. Doors and doorways to such toilet and bathing rooms shall be subject to Section 1107.2.1, Exception 5.
  1. At least one lavatory, one water closet and either a bathtub or shower within such toilet or bathing facility shall comply with Section 1003.11 of ICC A117.1. Such toilet and bathing fixtures shall be in a single toilet or bathing area, such that travel between fixtures does not require travel beyond the area in which the fixtures of such toilet or bathing room are located.
  2. Toilet paper dispensers within such rooms shall comply with Section 604.7 (Dispensers) of ICC A117.1.
  3. Medicine cabinets, if provided, must include a storage shelf no higher than 44 inches (1117.6 mm) above the floor.

1107.2.2.1 Accessible Route

At least one accessible route shall connect all spaces and elements with each toilet and bathing room within a dwelling unit or sleeping unit unless as permitted in Section 1107.2.5, Item 3 of this code. Accessible routes shall comply with ICC A117.1.

1107.2.2.2 Operable Parts

Lighting controls, electrical switches and receptacle outlets, and environmental controls shall comply with Section 309 of ICC A117.1.

1107.2.2.3 Knee and Toe Clearance

Clear floor space at fixtures shall be permitted to include knee and toe clearances complying with Section 306 of ICC A117.1.

1107.2.2.4 Overlap

Clear floor or ground spaces and clearances are permitted to overlap.

1107.2.2.5 Lavatory

Lavatories shall comply with Section 606 of ICC A117.1.
Exception: Cabinetry shall be permitted under the lavatory, provided:
  1. Such cabinetry can be removed without removal or replacement of the lavatory;
  2. The finish floor extends under such cabinetry; and
  3. The walls behind and surrounding such cabinetry are finished.

1107.2.2.6 Mirrors and Medicine Cabinets

Mirrors above lavatories shall have the bottom edge of the reflecting surface 40 inches (1016 mm) maximum above the floor or ground. Medicine cabinets, if provided, must include a storage shelf no higher than 44 inches (1117.6 mm) above the floor.

1107.2.2.7 Water Closet

Water closets shall comply with Sections 1107.2.2.7.1 through 1107.2.2.7.6.

1107.2.2.7.1 Location

The water closet shall be positioned with a wall to the rear and to one side. The centerline of the water closet shall be 18 inches (457.2 mm) from the side wall.

1107.2.2.7.2 Clearance

Clearance around the water closet shall comply with Sections 1107.2.2.7.2.1 through 1107.2.2.7.2.3.

1107.2.2.7.2.1 Parallel Approach

Where only a parallel approach is provided to the water closet, the clearance shall be 56 inches (1422 mm) minimum, measured perpendicular from the rear wall, and 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum, measured perpendicular from the sidewall. A lavatory complying with Section 1107.2.2.5 shall be permitted on the rear wall, 18 inches (457.2 mm) minimum from the water closet centerline.

1107.2.2.7.2.2 Forward Approach

Where only a forward approach is provided to the water closet, the clearance shall be 66 inches (1676 mm) minimum, measured perpendicular from the rear wall, and 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum, measured perpendicular from the side wall. A lavatory complying with Section 1107.2.2.5 shall be permitted on the rear wall, 18 inches (457.2 mm) minimum from the water closet centerline.

1107.2.2.7.2.3 Parallel and Forward Approach

Where both a parallel and a forward approach are provided to the water closet, the clearance shall be 56 inches (1422 mm) minimum, measured perpendicular from the rear wall, and 60 inches (1524 mm) minimum, measured perpendicular from the side wall. No fixtures or obstructions, other than the water closet, shall be within the clearance.

1107.2.2.7.3 Grab Bars

Grab bars for water closets shall comply with Section 609 of ICC A117.1 and shall be provided in accordance with Sections 1107.2.2.7.3.1 through 1107.2.2.7.3.2 of this code. Mounting heights of grab bars shall comply with Section 609.4 of ICC A117.1.
Exception: Grab bars are not required to be installed where reinforcement for such grab bars is installed and located to permit future installation of grab bars complying with Section 1107.2.2.7.3 of this code.

1107.2.2.7.3.1 Fixed Side Wall Grab Bars

Fixed side wall grab bars shall be 42 inches (1066.8 mm) minimum in length, located 12 inches (304.8 mm) maximum from the rear wall and extending 54 inches (1371.6 mm) minimum from the rear wall. In addition, a vertical grab bar 18 inches (457.2 mm) minimum in length shall be mounted with the bottom of the bar located between 39 inches (990.6 mm) and 41 inches (1041.4 mm) above the floor, and with the center of the bar located at 30 inches (762 mm) from the rear wall.
Exception: Where a side wall is not available for a 42-inch (1066.8 mm) grab bar, the sidewall grab bar shall be permitted to be 24 inches (609.2 mm) minimum in length, located 12 inches (304.8 mm) maximum from the rear wall.
FIGURE 1107.2.2.7.3.1
SIDEWALL GRAB BAR LOCATION

1107.2.2.7.3.2 Rear Wall Grab Bars

The rear wall grab bar shall be 36 inches (914.4 mm) minimum in length, and extend from the centerline of the water closet 12 inches (304.8 mm) minimum on the side closet to the wall, and 24 inches (609.2 mm) minimum on the transfer side.
Exception: Where wall space will not permit a grab bar 36 inches (914.4 mm) minimum in length, reinforcement for a rear wall grab bar 24 inches (609.2 mm) minimum in length centered on the water closet shall be provided.

1107.2.2.7.4 Height

The top of the toilet seat shall be 15 inches (381 mm) minimum and 19 inches (482.6 mm) maximum above the floor or ground.

1107.2.2.7.5 Flush Controls

Flush controls shall comply with Section 309 of ICC A117.1. Flush controls shall be located in accordance with one of the following:
  1. On the open side of the water closet; or
  2. Centrally located on the top of the tank or water closet; or
  3. Centrally located on the water closet rear wall.

1107.2.2.7.6 Dispensers

Toilet paper dispensers shall comply with this section. The outlet of the dispenser shall be located within an area 24 inches (609.2 mm) minimum and 42 inches (1066.8 mm) maximum from the rear wall. The outlet of the dispenser shall be located 18 inches (457.2 mm) minimum above the floor. Dispensers shall comply with Section 609.3 of ICC A117.1.
FIGURE 1107.2.2.7.6
DISPENSER OUTLET LOCATION

1107.2.2.8 Bathing Facilities

Where provided, a bathtub shall comply with Section 1107.2.2.8.1, and a shower compartment shall comply with Section 1107.2.2.8.2.

1107.2.2.8.1 Bathtubs

Bathtubs shall comply with Section 607 of ICC A117.1. Lavatories complying with Section 1107.2.2.5 of this code shall be permitted in the clearance required by Section 607.2 of ICC A117.1. Bathtub seats shall not be required.
Exception: Where a hand shower in compliance with Section 607.6 of ICC A117.1 is not provided, the owner shall provide such a hand shower at the time an individual with disabilities takes occupancy of the unit, or within 10 days of the date the request is made by an individual with disabilities, whichever is later, at the owner's expense.

1107.2.2.8.1.1 Grab Bars

Grab bars for bathtubs shall comply with Section 609 of ICC A117.1 and shall be provided in accordance with Section 607.4 of ICC A117.1.
Exception: Grab bars are not required to be installed where reinforcement for such grab bars is installed and located to permit future installation of grab bars complying with Section 1107.2.2.8.1.1.

1107.2.2.8.2 Showers

Showers shall comply with Section 608 of ICC A117.1.
Exceptions:
  1. For showers other than transfer-type showers, counter tops and cabinetry shall be permitted at the control end of the clearance, provided such counter tops and cabinetry can be removed and the floor finish extends under such cabinetry.
  2. Where a hand shower in compliance with Section 608.5 of ICC A117.1 is not provided pursuant to the exception in such section, the owner shall provide such a hand shower at the time an individual with disabilities takes occupancy of the unit, or within 10 days of the date the request is made by an individual with disabilities, whichever is later, at the owner's expense.

1107.2.2.8.2.1 Grab Bars and Seats

Grab bars and seats for showers shall comply with Sections 609 and 610 of ICC A117.1 and shall be provided in accordance with Sections 608.2.3.2 and 608.3 of ICC A117.1.
Exception: Grab bars and seats are not required to be installed where reinforcement for such grab bars and seats is installed and located to permit future installation of grab bars and seats complying with Section 1107.2.2.8.2.1 of this code.

1107.2.2.9 Additional Fixtures

Additional fixtures provided within toilet and bathing rooms shall comply with Sections 1004.11.1 (Grab Bar and Shower Seat Reinforcement), 1004.11.3.1.1 (Lavatory), 1004.11.3.1.2 (Water Closet) and 1004.11.3.1.3 (Bathing Fixtures) of ICC A117.1.

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