The major reconfiguring is only possible because the existing bathroom is actually quite large in relation to the square footage of the home. Create space for a custom vanity where the head of the jetted tub is now.Move the existing vanity in favor of a standard size tub.Remove the stand-up shower to make space for the linen closet.Remove jetted tub and frame a wall to create the new bathroom.There are a few major shifts that will allow us to carve out the space necessary for the new half bathroom and create two bathrooms from one: We love an efficient use of space and we think this layout will be perfect in relation to the size of the home. We’ll be sharing the ‘official’ mood board for the newly reconfigured full bathroom (above right) shortly, but in the meantime, this is how the structural changes will allow for the new design. With that decision made, it became obvious that the best bet was to locate the new half bath in the ‘extension’ of the existing bathroom, at the foot of the current jetted tub. We bounced a couple of ideas around with our contractor, including placing it in the large bedroom/bunk room, but that idea went out the window when we decided that a compact laundry closet would be the best fit in that space. There was much debate about the possible placement of a half bathroom. Our GC plans to kick off the project in the next couple of weeks and this reconfiguring will be among the first things he tackles! Finding Space We wrote recently about the first wave of work on this new project and the changes below will accomplish goal #2 – create space for a half bath. It’s been a little quiet on the Red House front as of late, but not to worry! Things are happening behind the scenes. (306.3.Today we’re breaking down the steps and measurements of the new half bathroom that we’ll be creating at the red house. If it is less then 27" (685 mm), then it does not comply with knee clearance. If it is more then 27" (685 mm), then it is a protruding object. In order for them to comply with the protruding object requirements and knee and toe clearance, then the bottom underside of the surface must be exactly at 27" (685 mm) when the table is fully open. (902.3 Height)īaby changing stations must comply with the protruding object requirements when the table is fully open or closed. The height of work surfaces must be between 28" (710 mm) minimum and 34" (865 mm) maximum. Knee andand toe clearance must be provided under a work surface in the open position. (902.1 Advisory)Ī clear floor space with a forward approach is required at work surfaces. TDLR put out Technical Memorandum 2013-15 that clarifies the requirements for baby changing stations.īaby changing stations is classified as a work surface. You can download the TAS in PDF form.īaby changing stations are not required in toilet rooms but if you have one then it must comply. Not all code requirements or exceptions are discussed here, so make sure you read and understand the sections in the 2012 Texas Accessible Standards (TAS). There are many layouts of this type but we will explore one very simple design and the code requirements for each aspect. This article will study each element of a toilet room and the requirements for what it takes to create one that is compliant.Ī toilet room usually consists of obviously a toilet, lavatory and all of the accessories, such as grab bars and dispensers. Possibly because they did not get a permit or the construction cost of the remodel was not over $50,000, which is the maximum for not having to register a project with TDLR for a plan review and inspection. I find that they are usually compliant but I surprisingly still find ones that are not. If you happen to walk in while I am looking around, then I'm the weirdo taking pictures. I look at the manufacturers of the fixtures and accessories, the type of finishes they used and if it is compliant with ADA. I don't know about you, but when I eat at restaurants or visit buildings I enjoy having a look at their toilet rooms.
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