OAR 411-087-0300: Residents’ Dining, Activities and Living Areas

(1) Area Requirement. The total area available for dining, activities, visitor waiting and living shall be not less than 30 square feet per bed with a minimum size of 225 square feet. Additional space shall be provided for outpatients if they participate in a day care program. (2) Storage. Storage space shall be provided for activity equipment and supplies. (3) Living Areas. Each facility shall have a solarium, living room, or sun porch for the use of residents on each floor. Such rooms must be provided with mechanical ventilation or with windows that open. (4) Lighting. Lighting intensity of all dining, activities and living areas shall comply with Table 4. (5) Exceptions. Facilities continuously licensed since January 1, 1992, shall not be required to meet the area requirements for dining, activities, visitor area/lounge and living space (30 square feet per bed) unless otherwise provided by OAR 411-087-0010. [ED. NOTE: Tables referenced are available from the agency.]