SECTION 553.231. Construction Requirements for a New Large Type A Assisted Living Facility

(a) Structurally sound. A new large Type A assisted living facility must ensure any building is structurally sound regarding actual or expected dead, live, and wind loads according to applicable building codes.

(b) Separation of occupancies. A new large Type A assisted living facility must be separated from other occupancies, including other assisted living facilities, hospitals or nursing facilities, by a fire barrier having at least a 2-hour fire resistance rating constructed according to the requirements of NFPA 101 and its referenced standards.

(c) Construction type. A new large Type A assisted living facility must ensure a building housing the facility meets the requirements of 32.3.1.3, Minimum Construction Requirements, in NFPA 101, Chapter 32, New Residential Board and Care Occupancies.

(d) Interior finish. A new large Type A assisted living facility must ensure interior wall and ceiling finish materials meet the requirements of 32.3.3.3, Interior Finish, in NFPA 101, Chapter 32, New Residential Board and Care Occupancies.

(e) Vertical openings. A new large Type A assisted living facility must ensure vertical openings are protected according to the requirements of 32.3.3.1, Protection of Vertical Openings, in NFPA 101, Chapter 32, New Residential Board and Care Occupancies.

Source Note: The provisions of this §553.231 adopted to be effective August 31, 2021, 46 TexReg 5189