Shower Pans for ANSI Type B Requirements
38" x 38" Freedom ANSI B Shower Pan
US$1,120.00 US$744.00
Save 34%4" Threshold
Model #: APF3838SHPANRRF
50" x 38" Freedom ANSI B Shower Pan
US$1,230.00 US$828.00
Save 33%4" Threshold
Model #: APF5038SHPANRRF
60" x 38" Freedom ANSI B Shower Pan
US$1,340.00 US$907.00
Save 32%4" Threshold
Model #: APF6038SHPANRRF
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For HUD, FHA, ANSI Type B Compliant Bathroom Projects
Freedom ANSI B Shower Pans are available for Dwelling Units and Sleeping units. Fully reinforce your shower walls for the later addition of grab bars and/or a shower seat, to meet Fair Housing Act Regulations, 24 CFR 100.205.
A variety of grab bars, including wall mounted folding toilet grab bars are available to offer functional and attractive solutions for bathroom accessibiliity. Freedom Showers offer HUD and FHA compliant shower sizes backed with a 30 year manufacturer's warranty.
The Fair Housing Act (FHA) Design Manual states: ...covered multifamily dwellings with a building entrance on an accessible route shall be designed and constructed in such a manner that all premises within covered multifamily dwelling units contain usable ...bathrooms such that an individual in a wheelchair can maneuver about the space. (Fair Housing Act Regulations, 24 CFR 100.205)
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is an ANSI TYPE B Shower Base?
Designed to meet the requirements set out in the Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities (ANSI/ICC A117.1-2009) Guidelines, ANSI B shower pans comply with Section 1004.11.3.2, in Chapter 10 regarding Dwelling Units and Sleeping Units.
There are 3 main components that define an ANSI B shower; REINFORCEMENT, minimum dimensions, and clearance. See below for details on each section.
What are the requirements for REINFORCEMENT in ANSI TYPE B Showers?
1004.11.2 Reinforcement – Reinforcement shall be provided for the future installation of grab bars and shower seats at water closets, bathtubs and shower compartments.
Reinforcing for a shower seat is not required in shower compartments larger than 36 inches in width and 36 inches in depth.
Freedom ANSI B Showers have reinforcement throughout the walls for future installation of grab bars and seats.
What are the Minimum Dimensions required for an ANSI Type B Shower sizes?
Section 1004.11.3.1.3.3 Shower Compartments…the shower compartment shall have dimensions of 36 inches (915 mm) minimum in width and 36 inches (915 mm) minimum in depth
We offer 3 acceptable Freedom ANSI B Shower pans
We offer 2 acceptable Freedom ANSI Type B Showers
Model # |
Inside Dimension (ID) W X D |
Pocket Dimension (OD) W X D |
Style |
APF3838SHRRF |
36” X 36” |
38.5” x 36.25” |
1 Piece Shower Compartment |
APF3838SHPANRRF |
36” X 36” |
38” X 38” |
Shower Pan |
APF5038SH4 |
48” X 36” |
50 5/8” X 38.5” |
1 Piece Shower Compartment |
APF5038SHPANRRF |
48” X 36” |
50” X 38” |
Shower Pan |
APF6038SHPANRRF |
58” X 36” |
60” X 38” |
Shower Pan |
What are the Clearance requirements in front of the shower base in an ANSI Type B Bathroom?
A clearance of 48 inches minimum in length, measured perpendicular from the shower head wall, and 30 inches minimum in depth, measured from the face of the shower compartment, shall be provided.
Freedom ANSI B Showers and pans help meet the requirements for clear floor space because they have dual recessed receiver flanges at the front to allow for proper clearance in front of the shower.
When are ANSI Type B Showers required?
Where there are four or more dwelling or sleeping units intended to be occupied as a residence in a single structure, every dwelling unit and sleeping unit intended to be occupied as a residence shall be a Type B Unit.
Do ANSI B Shower pans need to have a barrier free threshold?
The criteria in 1004.11.3.1.3.3 does not reference section 303 regarding changes of level, so the shower pan can have any threshold, including a barrier free or easy step threshold.
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