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Bathtub Clear Floor Space

Mech

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2003 ANSI A117.1Type B dwelling unitForward Approach Bathtub - Option A BathroomsA 60"x48" clear floor space is required for forward approach to the bathtub. Can a lav be placed inside the 48" deep clear floor space on the side of the water closet opposite the tub? I want to layout a bathroom as illustrated in the commentary

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but I know the commentary is not part of the standard.1004.11.3.1.3.2 Forward Approach Bathtubs. A clearance 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum in length and 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum in width shall be provided in front of bathtubs with a forward approach. A water closet shall be permitted in the clearance at the control end of the bathtub.View attachment 1812

A lav is permitted inside the toilet clear floor space.Section 1004.11.3.1.2.2 Forward Approach A clearance 66 inches (1675 mm) minimum measured from the wall behind the water closet, and 48 inches (1220 mm) minimum measured from a point 18 inches (455 mm) from the centerline of the water closet on the side designated for future installation of grab bars shall be provided. Vanities or lavatories on the wall behind the water closet are permitted to overlap the clearance.View attachment 1811

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