Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 16 - Health and Welfare, Department of
Rule 16.03.11 - INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES (ICFS/IID)
Section 16.03.11.732 - PHYSICAL FACILITY STANDARDS - INDIVIDUAL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION

Universal Citation: ID Admin Code 16.03.11.732

Current through September 2, 2024

Each ICF/IID must provide accommodations for each individual that meets the following requirements:

01. Bedrooms. Each individual bedroom must be of sufficient size to allow for the following:

a. Eighty (80) square feet or more of usable floor space per bed in a multiple-occupancy bedroom; and

b. One hundred (100) square feet or more of usable floor space for a single occupancy bedroom.

02. Multi-Bedrooms. No more than two (2) individuals can be housed in any multi-bedroom.

03. Windows. Each individual's room window area must be no less than eight percent (8%) of the floor area and able to open.

a. Suitable window shades or drapes must be provided to control lighting in the room.

b. Windows must be located to permit an individual to have a view through the windows from a sitting position, allow for natural light, and room ventilation.

c. Windows must be constructed to prevent any drafts when closed.

04. Location of Bedroom. Each individual's bedroom must be an approved room that is not located:

a. In a way that its outside walls are below grade;

b. In any attic story;

c. In any trailer house;

d. In any other room not approved; or

e. In a way that it can only be reached by passing through another individual's room, a utility room, or any other similar rooms.

05. Bathrooms. Each ICF/IID must have one (1) toilet, one (1) tub or shower, and one (1) lavatory bowl for every four (4) licensed beds in the facility. Tubs, showers, and lavatory bowls must be connected to hot and cold running water. Toilet and bathing rooms must not be accessed through another individual's sleeping room.

06. Living and Dining Areas. Each ICF/IID must provide a minimum of thirty (30) square feet per licensed bed for living, dining, and recreational activities. This area must be for the sole use of individuals, and under no circumstances can these rooms be used as bedrooms by an individual or personnel. A hall or entry is not acceptable as a living room or recreation room.

07. Closets. Each individual must have closet space provided in their bedroom that is four (4) square feet or more per licensed bed. When a common closet is used for two (2) individuals, there must be a physical separation for the clothing of each individual.

Effective March 17, 2022

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