UFC 4-721-10
31 July 2002
are not.
Mechanical chases in the module may be altered and even
removed and added to the Common Area Allowance as required.
In-Room Laundry is required, and new construction must include
venting to an outside wall or the roof; No exceptions or waivers.
Provide full-sized Energy Star stacking units. Ventless dryers are
acceptable in new and renovation construction. The
designer/engineer must ensure that this option will provide the
same functionality as regular units, and will have no adverse affect
in the room. Ventless dryers that use only an evaporation pan are
unacceptable. Any plan to use ventless dryers must be reviewed
and approved by the mechanical engineer.
Compact Kitchens: Plan features are mandatory minimum.
Required: Upper and lower cabinets, microwave, electric 2-burner
cook tops, and refrigerator (half or full size).
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VARIATIONS: Major plan variations will not be approved. See
paragraph 1-8 for waivers.
All 1+1E Apartments must be designed as two bedroom units with
two closets located in each bedroom.
Mechanical, electrical, and communication requirements are
included inside the Apartment area.
Plans show minimal wall thickness. The intent is to require minimal
structure wherever possible. Increases in wall thickness must be
taken out of the Common Area allowance.
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BATHROOM: The bathroom is to be designed to provide two
separate areas: the Tub/Toilet area and the Lavatory area. This is a minimum
requirement.
The Lavatory Area will contain two sinks, two medicine cabinets,
and associated fixtures for two persons. This may be open-
adjacent to the bedrooms or Service area as shown in the plans.
Tub/Toilet Area will contain the water closet and tub-shower in
separate enclosed room adjacent to the Lavatory Area.
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SERVICE AREA. The 1+1E Apartment provides a Service area
with a compact kitchen with a small bar countertop for minor food preparation.
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