GroundRules
6VAC15-81-1370: Lighting
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 6. Criminal Justice And Corrections
- Agency 15. State Board of Local and Regional Jails
- Chapter 81. Standards for Planning, Design, Construction, and Reimbursement of Local Correctional Facilities
- Part VI. Community Custody Facilities Design and Construction
- Article 4. Construction, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Electrical Requirements
A. Natural light is required in inmate housing units. Consideration shall be given to providing natural light in renovation projects that provide new inmate housing.
B. Intensity of artificial lighting shall be in accordance with requirements for artificial light in 6VAC15-40, Minimum Standards for Jails and Lockups.
C. Light fixtures shall be a minimum of commercial grade secured with tamper resistant screws.
D. Provisions are required for night lighting.
E. Lights and electrical outlets shall be provided for walk-in type plumbing chases.
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