Section 675 IAC 27-1-11 - Visitable kitchensAuthority: IC 22-13-2-2; IC 22-13-2-13; IC 22-2-13-4 -7
Affected: IC 22-12; IC 22-13; IC 22-14; IC 22-15; IC 36-7
Sec. 11.
(a) A clear floor space at least thirty (30) inches by forty-eight (48) inches (seventy-six and two-tenths (76.2) centimeters by one hundred twenty-one and nine-tenths (121.9) centimeters) that allows a parallel approach by a person in a wheelchair shall be provided at the range or cooktop and sink, and either a parallel or forward approach shall be provided at the oven, dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer, or trash compactor (see Figure 6). Figure 6 is as follows: Click here to view Image
Figure 6 Minimum Clear Floor Space for Wheelchairs
(b) Clearance between counters and all opposing base cabinets, countertops, appliances, or walls shall be at least forty (40) inches (one hundred one and six-tenths (101.6) centimeters). (c) In U-shaped kitchens with a sink, range, or cooktop at the base of the "U", a sixty (60) inch (one hundred fifty-two and four-tenths (152.4) centimeters) diameter turning space shall be provided to allow parallel approach, or base cabinets shall be removable at that location to allow knee space for a forward approach.Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission; 675 IAC 27-1-11; filed Sep 12, 2005, 9:48 a.m.: 29 IR 511; readopted filed Aug 4, 2011, 8:35 a.m.: 20110831-IR-675110254RFAReadopted filed 3/10/2017, 9:37 a.m.: 20170405-IR-675170005RFAReadopted filed 5/11/2023, 2:22 p.m.: 20230607-IR-675230104RFA