** Incoming! v3 Revisions are on the way! **

In response to your feedback, we will be providing the following expansions and clarifications:

- Adding partial credit for projects with qualifying restrooms meet either the accessibility standard or are single-occupancy.

- Clarifying gender neutral language to confirm that single-occupancy and family restrooms qualify.

Please note, the below requirements and compliance documentation will be updated soon to reflect v3 changes. You can find more information on these revisions in a Change Log that will be available on the Help Center on December 10, 2024. ________________________________________________________________________

Provide access to universally accessible restrooms

Rationale: Ensuring restrooms are accessible for those of all abilities and gender identities increases perceptions of safety and self-esteem, and reduces risk of injury — contributing to fewer injuries and reduced stress levels among marginalized populations.

Requirements

Demonstrate compliance with the below:

Universally Accessible Restrooms (Full Credit):

Demonstrate compliance with all the following requirements:

1. Include a minimum of one restroom that is accessible to all occupants within the project and located within a 1/4-mile or 400-meter walking route of an on-site public open space.

2. Ensure that all restrooms meet one of the following standards:

• the current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements in regards to toilet facilities
• ISO 21542: 2011 requirements for building construction, accessibility, and usability of the building environment in regards to toilet rooms and sanitary rooms.

3. Ensure universal access to restrooms by implementing one of the following:

• posting signage at gender-segregated restrooms stating that people may use restroom consistent with their gender identity
• providing access to single-occupancy, gender neutral restrooms instead of or adjacent to gender segregated restrooms. 

Compliance Documentation

Types of compliance documentation required:

• Annotated design drawings
• Annotated photographs
• Annotated plans
• Certified statements