If your bathroom does not meet these height requirements you could potentially be found out of compliance with ada regulations which could result in fines or legal issues.
Ada bathroom accessories heights.
Preventing injuries from falls in the bathroom specifically can be done by installing a grab bar at the correct height.
Specific questions call the toll free ada information line at 800 514 0301 voice or 800 514 0383.
The operating mechanisms and accessible openings of most units should be located 18 inches 455mm minimum to 48 inches 1220mm maximum above the finish floor except that the 2010 ada standards allow the outlet for toilet paper dispensers be mounted no lower than 15 inches 380mm above the floor.
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Toe clearance at least 9 inches 230mm above the finish floor must be provided for the full depth.
Toilet seat cover dispenser 6.
Toilet grab gars.
For information about the ada including the revised 2010 ada regulations please visit the department s website www ada gov.
Hand dryer of paper towel dispenser 3.
Effort to operate doors 8 5 pounds at exterior doors and 5 pounds at interior doors door hardware height 30 44 above floor.
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Toilet paper dispenser 8.
Compliant ada dispenser heights and locations.
Complete the design by providing the required amount of toe clearance underneath the lavatory of 17 inches 430mm to 25 inches 635mm maximum.
Feminine napkin disposal 7.
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The bar must be 1 1 4 to 1 1 2 inches in diameter.
Diaper changing stations 5.
Size min 3 0 wide 32 clear when 90 open and 6 8 in height.
It s recommended to mount grab bars 33 inches to 36 inches from the ground depending on the height of the toilet.
Grab bars must be installed between 34 and 38 inches above the floor and there must be a separation between the grab bar and the wall surface of at least 1 1 2 inches.
In addition to height requirements ada compliant restrooms must also meet other requirements in relation to space.
Door hardware operable with a single effort without requiring ability to grasp hardware.
Example of compliant heights to highest operable parts.