2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design

TECHNICAL CHAPTER 6: PLUMBING ELEMENTS AND FACILITIES Figure 604.3.1 Size of Clearance at Water Closets 604.3.2 Overlap. The required clearance around the water closet shall be permitted to overlap the water closet, associated grab bars, dispensers, sanitary napkin disposal units, coat hooks, shelves, accessible routes, clear floor space and clearances required at other fixtures, and the turning space. No other fixtures or obstructions shall be located within the required water closet clearance. EXCEPTION: In residential dwelling units, a lavatory complying with 606 shall be permitted on the rear wall 18 inches (455 mm) minimum from the water closet centerline where the clearance at the water closet is 66 inches (1675 mm) minimum measured perpendicular from the rear wall. Advisory 604.3.2 Overlap. When the door to the toilet room is placed directly in front of the water closet, the water closet cannot overlap the required maneuvering clearance for the door inside the room. Figure 604.3.2 (Exception) Overlap of Water Closet Clearance in Residential Dwelling Units 162 - 2010 Standards: Titles II and III Department of Jus1ti9c9e Titles II and III - 2010 Standards - 133