Code of Massachusetts Regulations
521 CMR - Architectural Access Board
Title 521 CMR 42 - GROUP 1 BATHROOMS
Section 42.6 - SINKS

Universal Citation: 521 CMR 42 MA Code of Regs 42.6

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

At least one sink in a bathroom must meet the following:

42.6.1 Vanity Cabinets: If a cabinet is provided under a sink, it shall be capable of being removed without structural change.

42.6.2 Knee Space Width: The sink shall have or be capable of having a knee space of 30 inches (30" = 762mm) in width.

42.6.3 Knee Space Depth: The front edge of the sink fixture, or the countertop in which a sink is located, shall be a minimum of 19 inches (19" = 482mm) from the back wall or shall be capable of being relocated to create a space of that depth under the sink.

42.6.4 Height: The sink shall be capable of being relocated without structural change.

42.6.5 Clear Floor Space: Shall be provided at the sink, as defined in 521 CMR 42.2, Clear Floor Space and shall be perpendicular to the face of the sink and may extend under the sink. See Fig. 42d.

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