Code of Massachusetts Regulations
521 CMR - Architectural Access Board
Title 521 CMR 30 - PUBLIC TOILET ROOMS
Section 30.14 - CHILDREN'S WATER CLOSETS
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
Where provided, shall comply with the following:
30.14.1 Clear floor space: Clear floor space for water closets shall comply with 521 CMR 30.5, Clear Floor Space. Clear floor space may be arranged to allow either a left-handed or right-handed approach.
30.14.2 Location: The center line of the water closet shall be located 11 inches (11 " = 279mm) from the nearest side wall for pre-kindergarten; 11 to 15(11" to 15" = 279mm to 381mm) for kindergarten to third grade and 15 to 18 inches (15" to 18" = 381mm to 457mm) for fourth grade to sixth grade. The water closet shall also be located 42 inches (42" = 1067mm) from the center line of the water closet to the opposite wall or closest edge of next fixture.
30.14.3 Height: Water closets shall be set at a height measured from the floor to the top of the seat as follows:
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Pre-kindergarten: |
111/2" to 121/2" (292mm to 318mm) |
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Kindergarten to third grade: |
12" to 15" (305mm to 381mm) |
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Fourth grade to sixth grade: |
15" to 17" (381mm to 432mm) |
30.14.4 Flush Controls: Controls for flush valves on water closets used by children shall be mounted on the wide side of water closet within 20 to 30 inches (20" to 30" = 508mm to 762mm) above the floor.
30.14.5 Toilet paper dispensers: Toilet paper dispensers used by children shall be centered above finished floor, as follows:
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Pre-kindergarten: |
14" (356mm) |
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Kindergarten to third grade: |
14" to 17" (356mm to 432mm) |
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Fourth grade to sixth grade: |
17" to 19" (432mm to 483mm) |
