R501-18-8. Building and Grounds

  (1) The recovery residence shall ensure that building and grounds are safe and well-maintained. Furnishings, finishings, fixtures, equipment, appliances and utilities are operational and in good condition.

  (2) The recovery residence shall:

  (a) have locking bathroom capability sufficient to preserve the privacy of the occupant;

  (b) provide access to a toilet, sink, and a tub or shower; as follows per the International Building Code:

  (i) maintain a client to toilet ratio of 1:10, and

  (ii) maintain a client to tub/shower ratio of 1:8.

  (c) provide a mirror secured to a wall at convenient height;

  (d) ensure that each bathroom is ventilated by a screened window that opens, a working fan or heating/air conditioning duct that circulates air;

  (e) provide a minimum of 60 square feet per client in a multiple occupant bedroom and 80 square feet in a single occupant bedroom. Storage space shall not be counted;

  (f) ensure that sleeping areas shall have a source of natural light, and shall be ventilated by a screened window that opens, a working fan, or heating/air conditioning duct that circulates air;

  (g) ensure that each client is provided with a solidly constructed bed, box spring and mattress that is maintained and provides for client comfort and is commensurate with all other client beds in the residence;

  (h) ensure that male and female bedrooms are separated within the residence either by floors, walls or locking doors. If locking doors are used, a policy must identify the use of locks to delineate separation;

  (i) ensure that clients shall be allowed to decorate and personalize bedrooms with respect for other clients and property;

  (j) if a fire clearance is not required or provided from the local fire authority:

  (i) a bedroom on the ground floor shall have a minimum of one window that may be used to evacuate the room in case of fire;

  (ii) a bedroom that is not on the ground floor (this includes basements) shall have a minimum of two exits, at least one of which shall exit directly to outside the building that may be used to evacuate the room in case of fire;

  (k) the recovery residences shall provide either equipment or reasonable access to equipment for washing and drying of linens and clothing;

  (l) provide storage commensurate with the clients' assessed ability to safely access hazardous chemicals, materials and aerosols, including but not limited to:

  (i) poisonous substances;

  (ii) explosive or flammable substances;

  (iii) bleach; and

  (iv) cleaning supplies;

  (m) maintain hazardous chemicals, materials, and aerosols in their original packaging and follow the manufacturer's instructions printed on the label.

  (n) maintain a sober environment free from non-prescribed substances and alcohol.