Illinois Administrative Code
Title 20 - CORRECTIONS, CRIMINAL JUSTICE, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Part 2602 - COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION STANDARDS
Section 2602.70 - Housing
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 38, September 20, 2024
a) The facility shall have written policy related to the placement of youth in housing units. The policy shall consider factors including:
b) Detention Rooms
In order to ensure reasonable security, sanitation and personal comfort, detention rooms shall be designated for single occupancy and provide at least 80 square feet of floor space.
Each room shall be equipped with the following:
Detention rooms shall be located above ground level.
c) Living Area
A living area containing no less than 30 square feet per youth must be provided in conjunction with each cluster of detention rooms.
d) Dangerous Items
Items adaptable for use as a weapon (i.e., plumbing, conduit, heating equipment, etc.) shall not be accessible to youth.
e) Viewing Devices
There shall be no viewing devices (e.g., peep holes, one-way vision mirrors) that youth are not aware of.
f) Ventilation
The facility shall be comfortably heated and cooled according to the season.
g) Compliance
Those non-compliances relating to physical conditions that adversely affect the treatment of youth with respect to their health and safety may be considered for further action under Section 3-15-2(b) of the Unified Code of Corrections.
h) Variances
Variances connected with physical requirements may be granted by the Director of the Department for existing facilities. Variance expiration dates will be determined at the time granted. Variance requests of an administrative nature will not be granted. In determining whether to grant a variance, the Department will consider, among other factors, the nature of the standard, previous noncompliance, the cost, the population, the alternative means of complying with the intent of the standard, the consequences if the variance is not granted, and the safety and security of the facility or individuals.