Adult Changing Station
Legislation
A resource for requirements regarding Adult Changing Stations
Throughout the United States, Canada and across the world, a growing number of governmental and non-governmental bodies have introduced or are considering requirements and recommendations related to the installation of Adult Changing Stations in public facilities. This page is a resource for you to find information related to these developments in different regions.
Use the maps and information below to find more information related to Adult Changing Station pending and passed legislation.
International Code Council Update
| National/International | Legislation/Code | Status | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| The International Code Council (ICC) | Code change E142-21 was approved as modified for the 2024 International Building Code to require adult changing stations in various occupancies | Approved | Learn More |
International Code Council Update
| National/International | Legislation/Code | Status | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| The International Code Council (ICC) | Code change E142-21 was approved as modified for the 2024 International Building Code to require adult changing stations in various occupancies | Approved | Learn More |
| Federal – National Building Code 2020 | If adopted; NBC 2020, Div. B 3.8.3 requires adult sized changing tables | Model Code (Adopted province-by-province) | Learn More |
| Federal – Accessibility Standards Canada | CAN-ASC 2.3 Section 7.3.11 would require adult changing stations | Draft / In-progress | Learn More |
International Code Council Update
| National/International | Legislation/Code | Status | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| The International Code Council (ICC) | Code change E142-21 was approved as modified for the 2024 International Building Code to require adult changing stations in various occupancies | Approved | Learn More |
Australia Legislation/Code Updates
| National/International | Legislation/Code | Status | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Model Code | National Construction Code (NCC) Specification 27 reqiures adult (universal) changing stations) | Model code* | Learn More |
| State / Territory adoption | All states/territories have adopted the National Model Code | All jurisdictions committed | |
| Commonwealth funding | Grant program for Changing Places | $32.2 M active | Learn More |
England Legislation/Code Updates
| National/International | Legislation/Code | Status | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Building Code | Building Regulations Part M Amendment 2022 mandates Changing Places Toilets | In force in England and Ireland | Learn More |
Dubai Legislation/Code Updates
| National/International | Legislation/Code | Status | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local Building Code | Dubai Building Code 2021 – Part C: Accessibility – C.8.4 Family toilets requires changing tables for adults | In force in Dubai | Learn More |
Singapore Legislation/Code Updates
| National/International | Legislation/Code | Status | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| National building regulations | Accessibility Code 2019 adult changing benches or beds | In force nationwide | Learn More |