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is required in deep Navy closets and is recommended in others. Carefully placed
lighting outside 0.6 meter deep (2 foot deep) closets is acceptable. The goal is to
allow a clear view of closet contents and, in the case of clothes closets, to
facilitate color choice and dressing. Each closet must be provided with a solid
core wood door. Secure closets with standard hinged doors with non-removable
pin hinges and locking hardware fitted with the same locking system as provided
on the apartment, room, or module entry (Marines require padlocking slide bolt
hardware for personal closets). Bi-fold and sliding doors are not acceptable.
For Marine Corps projects: Any deviations must be approved by
HQMC (Code LF).
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SERVICE AREA. This term refers to spaces in the Apartment,
Room, or Module that are not incorporated into the Net Living/Sleeping Area.
Service Areas are intended to provide for minor food preparation and vary by
Plan. Refer to the specific Plan's chapter for details of Service Area features and
amenities.
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LAUNDRY FACILITIES. Laundry facility requirements vary by
Plan. Refer to specific Plan's chapter for details.
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RESIDENT BULK STORAGE. Examples of items typically stored
in bulk storage areas include luggage, original stereo system cartons, snow tires,
bicycles, surfboards, ski equipment, and other sports gear. Resident bulk
storage requirements vary by Apartment, Room, and Module Plan. Refer to the
plan's chapter for details.
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UTILITY AREA (SPACE). Provide appropriate space for the
mechanical and electrical systems and telecommunications. Note that up to 4
square meters (43 ft2) per Apartment, Room or Module Plan may be added to the
allowable building gross area for structures four stories or higher in Navy and
Marine Corps projects.
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stories. Install an elevator using the additional 4 m2 (43 ft2) allowance for high-
rise construction.
Provide freight-sized elevators to accommodate movement of both
furniture and personnel.
For one to three stories, install concrete pad only (for the use of a
portable lift to assist in furniture movement).
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MAIL SERVICE. Mail service requirements vary by plan. Refer to
the specific plan chapter for details.
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CIRCULATION. Design interior corridors to emphasize each
quarter's entrance, and to de-emphasize length or "tunnel vision." Provide
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