§ 54-96. Service and auxiliary buildings.

(a)

General: The requirements of this section shall apply to service buildings, recreation buildings and other auxiliary facilities, such as management offices, repair shops and storage area, sanitary and laundry facilities, and commercial uses supplying essential goods or services for the exclusive use of park occupants.

(b)

Location and maintenance: All service buildings shall be convenient to the units which they serve, and shall be maintained in a clean condition.

(c)

Construction: All service buildings shall be of permanent construction built in compliance with applicable ordinances of the city.

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(d)

Sanitary facilities: Every park shall contain one or more service buildings of permanent construction, with the following minimum sanitary fixtures:

	Toilets		Urinals	Lavatories		Showers
Trailer Spaces	Men	Women	Men	Men	Women	Men	Women
1—15	1	1	1	1	1	1	1
16—45	1	2	1	2	2	1	1
46—100	2	3	2	3	3	2	2

 

For parks having more than 100 spaces there shall be provided one additional toilet and lavatory for each sex for each 30 spaces; one additional shower for each additional 40 spaces, and one additional men's urinal for each additional 100 spaces. At least one slop sink shall be provided.

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(e)

Interior finish: The interior finish of a service building shall be moisture resistant which will withstand frequent washing and cleaning. The floors shall be constructed of a material impervious to water, easily cleanable and sloped to floor drains connected to the sewer system.

(f)

Separation and marking of toilet rooms: Separate men's and women's toilet rooms shall be provided and distinctly marked, and isolated by a sound-resistant wall. The rooms shall be screened by means of a vestibule or wall to prevent direct view of the interior when the exterior doors are open.

(g)

Water closets: Water closets shall be located in separate compartments equipped with self-closing doors.

(h)

Hot water facilities: A continuous supply of hot water shall be available in each service building.

(i)

Shower facilities: Shower facilities shall be provided for both sexes. The shower stalls shall be of the individual type and screened from view. Dressing compartments shall be provided for women which are screened from view and each equipped with a stool or bench. A shower stall of approximately three by three feet in area is suggested, with the dressing compartment of the same dimensions for women.

(j)

Heating facilities: Service buildings shall be maintained at the temperature required by local authorities. In the absence of such requirements, service buildings shall be maintained at a temperature of at least 70 degrees Fahrenheit during use.

(k)

Window areas and ventilation: Window areas in service buildings shall be equal to at least ten percent of the floor area. Windows shall be located as high as practicable. All rooms of service buildings shall be well ventilated and all exterior openings shall be covered with 16-mesh screen.

(l)

Lighting: Service building rooms shall be well lighted at all times. The following illumination levels are suggested:

(1)

General seeing tasks, five footcandles;

(2)

Laundry room work area, 40 footcandles;

(3)

Toilet room, in front of mirrors, 40 footcandles.

(m)

Eating places: Park buildings, including restaurants and dining rooms used for the preparation of food and drink, shall be constructed and operated in accordance with the laws and regulations of this state, as well as local requirements, applicable to public places offering food and drink for sale to the public.

(n)

Auxiliary buildings: Auxiliary buildings or other buildings not specifically covered in this chapter shall be constructed in accordance with local requirements.

(o)

Sanitary stations:

(1)

Sufficient facilities shall be provided at sanitary stations for the sole purpose of removing and disposing of wastes from all holding tanks in a clean and efficient and convenient manner.

(2)

Each sanitary station shall consist of a drainage basin constructed of impervious material, containing a disposal hatch and self-closing cover, and related washing facilities.

(3)

Sanitary stations shall be located not less than 50 feet from any space. Such facilities shall be screened from other activities by visual barriers such as fences, walls or natural growth.

(4)

The disposal hatch of sanitary station units shall be connected to the park sewage disposal system. Related facilities required to wash holding tanks and the general area of the sanitary station shall be connected to the park water supply system.

(5)

Sanitary stations shall be approved by the city health department.

(Ord. No. 635, § 8.07, 10-9-65; Code 1973, § 11-55)