Code of Massachusetts Regulations
521 CMR - Architectural Access Board
Title 521 CMR 43 - GROUP 1 KITCHENS
Section 43.2 - CLEAR FLOOR SPACE
Universal Citation: 521 CMR 43 MA Code of Regs 43.2
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
Shall be measured at the face of the base cabinets or appliances, (excluding cabinet hardware and appliance hardware) and shall be provided at the time of first occupancy as follows:
43.2.1 L-shaped kitchens shall have a minimum clear floor space of 48 inches by 48 inches (48" x 48" = 1219mm x 1219mm). See Fig. 43a.
43.2.2 U-shaped kitchens shall provide a minimum clear floor space of 48 inches (48" = 1219mm) between opposing base cabinets or appliances. See Fig. 43b.
43.2.3 Galley kitchens shall provide a minimum clear floor space of 40 inches (40" = 1016mm) between opposing base cabinets or appliances. See Fig. 43c.
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