Bathroom Planning Guideline 16—Tub/Shower Door
Code Requirement:

• Hinged shower doors shall open outward.

Bathroom Planning Guideline 17—Steps
Recommended: Steps should not be placed outside a tub.

If steps are used, a grab bar/handrail is mandatory.

Bathroom Planning Guideline 18—Flooring
Recommended: Slip-resistant surfaces should be specified for the general bath flooring, shower floors, and tub/shower bottoms.

Bathroom Planning Guideline 19—
Equipment Access
Code Requirement:

• All equipment, including access panels, must be installed as per manufacturers’ specification.
• All manufacturers’ instructions must be available for installers and inspectors and left for homeowners.

Bathroom Planning Guideline 20—Toilet/Bidet Placement
Recommended: The distance from the centerline of toilet and/or bidet to any bath fixture, wall, or other obstacle should be at least 18 inches.
Code Requirement:

• A minimum distance of 15 inches is required from the centerline of toilet and/or bidet to any bath fixture, wall, or other obstacle.

Bathroom Planning Guideline 21—
Toilet Compartment
Recommended: The size for a separate toilet compartment should be at least 36x66 inches with a swing-out or pocket door.
Code Requirement:

• The minimum size for a separate toilet compartment is 30x60 inches.

Bathroom Planning Guideline 22—Storage
Recommended: Provide adequate, accessible storage for toiletries, bath linens, and grooming and general bathroom supplies at point of use.

Bathroom Planning Guideline 23—Accessories
Recommended:

1. Place a mirror above or near the lavatory at a height that takes the user’s eye height into consideration.
2. The toilet paper holder should be located 8-12 inches in front of the edge of the toilet bowl, centered at 26 inches above the floor.
3. Additional accessories, such as towel holders, soap dishes, etc., should be conveniently located near all bath fixtures.