Accessible apartments

[DwightB]

2006 IBC, client wants 20 units, he plans to include 1 accessible unit. I believe the code requires each of the other units to be Type "B" (adaptable) units. As I understand, the "B" units only need to have blocking in areas where handicapped bars might need to be added and adequate clearances for wheelchair maneuverability elsewhere. In a dwelling, does this include the 12" wall width beside the latch on the push side of a door and 18" wall width beside the latch on the pull side of a door as is necessary in a public building?

 

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IBC 1107.2 Design.

Dwelling units and sleeping units that are required to be Accessible units, Type A units and Type B units shall comply with the applicable portions of Chapter 10 of ICC A117.1. Units required to be Type A units are permitted to be designed and constructed as Accessible units. Units required to be Type B units are permitted to be designed and constructed as Accessible units or as Type A units.

ICC/ANSI A117.1

http://publicecodes.citation.com/icc/ansi/2009/a117p1/index.htm?bu=IC-P-2009-000025

1004 Type B Units

1004.1 General.

1004.2 Primary Entrance.

1004.3 Accessible Route.

1004.4 Walking Surfaces.

1004.5 Doors and Doorways.

1004.6 Ramps.

1004.7 Elevators.

1004.8 Platform Lifts.

1004.9 Operable Parts.

1004.10 Laundry Equipment.

1004.11 Toilet and Bathing Facilities.

1004.12 Kitchens and kitchenettes.