La. Admin. Code tit. 48 § I-6887

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024

Section I-6887 - Physical Appearance and Conditions

A. The ARCP shall be constructed, equipped, and maintained in good repair and free of hazards.

1. Potentially hazardous areas include, but are not limited to:

a. steep grades;

b. cliffs;

c. open pits;

d. swimming pools;

e. high voltage boosters; or

f. high speed roads.

2. Potentially hazardous areas shall be fenced off or have natural barriers to protect residents.

B. An accessible outdoor recreation area is required and shall be made available to all residents and include walkways suitable for walking and benches for resting. Lighting of the area shall be equal to a minimum of five foot-candles.

C. ARCPs shall have an entry and exit drive to and from the main building entrance that will allow for picking up and dropping off residents and for mail deliveries. ARCPs licensed after the effective date of this Rule shall have a covered area at the entrance to the building to afford residents protection from the weather.

D. If the ARCP maintains a generator on the grounds of the ARCP, it shall be fenced off or have natural barriers to protect residents.

E. Waste Removal and Pest Control

1. Garbage and rubbish that is stored outside shall be stored securely in covered containers and shall be removed on a regular basis.

2. Trash collection receptacles and incinerators shall be separate from outdoor recreational space and located as to avoid being a nuisance to neighbors.

3. The ARCP shall have an effective pest control program through a pest control contract.

F. Signage. The ARCPs address shall be displayed so as to be easily visible from the street.

La. Admin. Code tit. 48, § I-6887

Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Bureau of Health Services Financing, LR 41:1114 (June 2015).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254 and R.S. 40:2166.1-2166.8.