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A roll-in shower stall with a telephone style showerhead, a modular seat, grab bars within the stall, and vertical grab bars at the front edge of the shower stall at both ends. Lever style faucets at the sink and in the shower. - A heat lamp or heat fan. Grab bars to be used as towel rails (Le., no standard towel rails). I) Doorways should be at least 36 inches wide to allow easy maneuverability. m) Hallways should be at least 48 inches wide to promote accessibility and to facilitate fitting with well-designed hand rails, if necessary. n) Use of non-glare window and lighting treatments. 4.2 Provision should be made in both common areas and within residential units to accommodate individuals with impairments of reach, strength, dexterity, balance and vision. Specifically, provisions include but are not necessarily limited to: a) All electrical outlets located a minimum of 18 inches above the floor. b) All switches and thermostats located a minimum of3 feet 6 inches above the floor. c) Lighted rocker type switch plates for all light switches with timers to promote energy efficiency. d) Thresholds should be flush to the greatest extent possible. Particular attention should be paid to transitions in flooring, and doorways. e) Elevator controls designed for accessibility and legibility for the visually impaired and including a delay setting for wheelchairs. f) Non-skid and non-glare surfaces should be considered throughout common areas and residential units. g) Contrasting floor and wall coverings throughout common areas and residential units. 4.3 The development should include an emergency call system with 24-hour on-site response, including wireless alarms or pull cords located within units near places where the need is likely to be the greatest (e.g., kitchen, bathroom, bedroom). Page 8 of 11