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Senior Living / Assisted Living Facility

Updated Mar 26, 2026
Residential care facility for elderly with varying levels of assistance. I-1 or I-2 occupancy per IBC. Requires accessible design throughout, fire sprinklers, emergency call systems, and dietary services. Growing market with aging population.
TAGS
senior-livingassistedhealthcareaccessibleresidential-care
DETAILS
category
Healthcare
key codes
IBC, NFPA 101, ADA/FHA, state licensing
occupancy
I-1 or I-2
typical cost per sf
$250-$500
RELATED KNOWLEDGE
📋 Code
IBC Section 1107 — Accessible Unit and Dwelling Unit Elements
Requires accessible common use elements within individual residential units.
📋 Code
IECC Section 603 — Energy Cost Budget Method
Provides performance-based alternative to prescriptive energy code requirements.
📋 Code
NFPA 99 — Health Care Facilities Code
Comprehensive code for safety systems in hospitals and medical facilities.
🌿 certification
Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) Certification
Advanced certification for engineers specializing in fire safety systems.
🌿 sustainability
LEED v4.1 Materials & Resources Credits
Credits for sustainable material sourcing and waste reduction during construction.
📋 Code
NFPA 72 Manual Fire Alarm Pull Stations
Specifies location, height, and labeling of manual fire alarm activation devices.
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