12/01/2026
The California Building Code (CBC) includes a specific accessibility requirement for Areas of Refuge.
Unlike the typical 30" × 48" wheelchair clear space used for general accessibility conditions under the ADA, both the CBC and the International Building Code (IBC) require a minimum clear space of 30" × 52" for Areas of Refuge.
This larger clear space is intended to provide additional maneuvering and waiting room during emergency situations. The 30" × 48" clear space remains applicable for standard accessibility conditions, while the 30" × 52" dimension is specific to Areas of Refuge under both the CBC and IBC.”
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