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5: Lavatory Placement

Recommended:
The distance from the centerline of the lavatory to the sidewall/tall obstacle should be at least 20”.

Code Requirement:

  • The minimum distance from the centerline of the lavatory to a wall is 15”. (IPC 405.3.1)
  • The minimum distance between a wall and the edge of a freestanding or wall-hung lavatory is 4”. (IRC R 307.1)

Access Standard

Recommended:
Bathroom guideline recommendation meets access standard.

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