Section 1133A — KITCHENS — 2025 California Building Code (Title 24, Part 2)

1133A.1 General. ¶

1133A.1 General. Kitchens shall be on an accessible route and shall comply with this section. (See Figure 11A-10A.)

1133A.2 Clear floor space. Clear floor space at kitchens shall comply with the following: ¶

1133A.2 Clear floor space. Clear floor space at kitchens shall comply with the following: 1. A clear floor space at least 30 inches (762 mm) by 48 inches (1219 mm) that allows a parallel approach by a person in a wheel- chair shall be provided at the range or cooktop. 2. A clear floor space at least 30 inches (762 mm) by 48 inches (1219 mm) that allows either a parallel or forward approach shall be provided at the kitchen sink and all other fixtures or appliances including the oven, dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer and trash compactor. 3. A clear floor space at least 30 inches (762 mm) by 48…

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1133A.3 Removable base cabinets. ¶

1133A.3 Removable base cabinets. Sinks and work surfaces required by Section 1133A.4 (see Item 1 and Item 2) shall be provided with knee and toe space complying with Section 1133A.7. Base cabinets (including toeboard and shelving) directly under kitchen sinks and work surfaces shall be removable without the use of specialized tools or specialized knowledge in order to provide knee and toe space. The finish floor beneath kitchen sinks and work surfaces shall be extended to the wall.

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1133A.4 Countertops. ¶

1133A.4 Countertops. Kitchen countertops shall comply with this section and shall be provided with the following: 1. A minimum linear length of 30 inches (762 mm) of countertop shall be provided for the kitchen sink installation. 2. A minimum linear length of 30 inches (762 mm) of countertop shall be provided for a work surface. 3. Sinks and work surfaces may be a single integral unit a minimum of 60 inches (1524 mm) in length, or be separate components. Exception: Two 15-inch (381 mm) wide minimum breadboards may be provided in lieu of the required 30 inches (762 mm) of countertop work…

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1133A.5 Lower shelving. ¶

1133A.5 Lower shelving. Lower shelving and/or drawer space shall be provided in the kitchen at a height of no more than 48 inches (1219 mm) above the floor. on Jul 18, 2025 11:14 AM (CDT) THEREUNDER. HOUSING ACCESSIBILITY

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1133A.6 Kitchen sink faucet controls. ¶

1133A.6 Kitchen sink faucet controls. Faucet controls and operating mechanisms shall be operable with one hand and shall not require tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist. The force required to activate controls shall be no greater than 5 pounds (22.2 N). Lever-operated, push-type and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs. Self-closing valves are allowed if the faucet remains open for at least 10 seconds.

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1133A.7 Knee and toe space. ¶

1133A.7 Knee and toe space. Knee and toe space, when required by Section 1133A, shall comply with Section 1138A.2 and the following: 1. The knee and toe space shall be clear and unobstructed, or removable base cabinets in compliance with Section 1133A.3 shall be provided. 2. The knee and toe space shall be 30 inches (762 mm) wide minimum, centered on the sink, countertop or appliance. 3. A clear floor space shall not extend into the knee and toe space more than 19 inches (483 mm). 1133A.7.1 Plumbing protection. Water supply and drain pipes under kitchen sinks shall be insulated or otherwise…

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