# WAC 388-107-1000: WAC 388-107-1000. Mechanical — Ventilation systems

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_388_107_1000

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 388-107-1000
- **Heading:** WAC 388-107-1000. Mechanical — Ventilation systems
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 388 / Chapter 388-107 / Section 388-107-1000

## Text

The facility must ensure:
(1) Ventilation of all rooms is designed to prevent objectionable odors, condensation, and direct drafts on the residents;
(2) All habitable space is mechanically ventilated including air supply and air exhaust systems;
(3) All heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment complies with the requirements of the state building code, chapter 51-52 WAC;
(4) Outdoor air intakes are located a minimum of twenty-five feet from the exhaust from any ventilating system, combustion equipment, or areas which may collect vehicular exhaust and other noxious fumes, and a minimum of ten feet from plumbing vents; and
(5) The facility must locate the bottom of outdoor air intakes serving central systems a minimum of three feet above the adjoining grade level or, if installed through the roof, three feet above the highest adjoining roof level.

## Nearby sections

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