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Solutions for Multi-Family Housing
These models are part of Swan's FHA Products, which is a range of products designed to meet specific requirements for multifamily housing covered by the Fair Housing Act. The showers and tub showers are reinforced and prepped to accept grab bars, whether now or later. The lower thresholds make for easy entry while still containing water.
Interested in Gaining a Deeper Understanding of the Fair Housing Act?
What is the Fair Housing Act?
The Fair Housing Act, or FHA, is a federal act in the United States intended to protect people from discrimination when renting, buying or securing financing for new multifamily housing. In conjunction with the Act, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development created a Design Manual to provide comprehensive information about accessibility and adaptability requirements, which must be incorporated into the design and construction of multifamily housing covered by the Act.
What Does This Mean for Bathrooms?
The covered units need to meet basic accessibility requirements and be adaptable to allow for modifications for use by people with disabilities. The bathroom guidelines found in Requirement Six of the Fair Housing Act Design Manual state that it is required to have reinforced bathroom walls to allow for future installation of grab bars, as well as a bathroom layout that is usable to people with mobility devices (such as a person using a wheelchair).
When Does it Apply?
The construction and design requirements of the Fair Housing Act apply to specific types of buildings and provide details to help assist architects and builders in determining accessibility and adaptability. The guidelines must be followed if the following statements apply to your situation:
- Was the building built for first occupancy after March 13, 1991?
- Is the building a covered multifamily dwelling?
- Is all of the finished living space in the unit on the same floor (single-story unit)?
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Learn More About the Main Points of the Fair Housing Act Design Guidelines
Alcove Shower
The shower must be at least 36" x 36" if it is the only bathing fixture in the dwelling unit.
Minimum reinforced areas for a shower:
Reinforced area on all walls should start at least 32" from the room floor and extend to a minimum height of 38"
