CHAPTER 10. PRODUCTS AND MATERIALS

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

10-1. GENERAL. Construction, materials, finish and products used

in project buildings and sites shall be consistent with the

MPS, be appropriate for their intended use and be of the

kind and quality to assure the following:

a\. Rigidity, strength and stability for intended use;

b\. Prevention of damage from water, moisture, decay or

infestation;

c\. Fire resistance and compliance with relevant fire

codes;

d\. Relative ease of maintenance; and

e\. Resistance to abuse and misuse.

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CHAPTER l0. PRODUCTS AND MATERIALS.

SECTION I: MANDATORY STANDARDS

10-2. RESERVED.

10-3. VEGETATION. Existing trees, plants and ground cover shall

be healthy, stable, and provide their intended functions.

Trees shall not be disruptive of building systems or

designed site activities, or create hiding areas for

potential vandals. Trees and shrubbery shall not obstruct

views from windows to the street or building entrance

areas, thus preventing surveillance for tenant safety.

Planted areas that are abused by inadequately designed

circulation or play areas shall be protected by railings or

fencing.

a\. Trees and Other Plantings. Trees, shrubbery and

other plantings shall be provided to replaced dead

plant materials, control erosion, mitigate summer heat

and winter winds or create a more attractive

environment in accordance with local standards for

similar housing in the area. Vegetation can add

color, texture and visual pleasure to an otherwise

sparse building site.

b\. Placement of Plantings. Trees and plants shall be

planted no closer to the foundation of light building

structures than the anticipated height of the

particular plant if there are problems with

shrinking/swelling of subsoils. This will minimize

uneven drying of subsoil and possible displacement of

structure. This concern applies to building

foundations that are 8 feet or less below grade.

c\. Lawns. Lawns or seeded slopes adjacent to buildings

should have at least a 2 percent grade (1 percent

minimum for paved surfaces). Earth banks shall have a

maximum slope of 1.3 if power mowers are used.

d\. Maintenance. The PHA shall provide evidence that the

trees and other plantings, where provided, will be

adequately maintained.

l0-4. PAVING. Paved surfaces shall be protected at the edges by

curbs, gutters or other suitable means to prvent raveling

and to provide for drainage and water run-off. Paved

surfaces shall have surface or underground drainage systems

to insure

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stable soil conditions and safe use. Paved surfaces shall be

free of missing portions and major cracks, holes, tripping

hazards, spalling, dips or bulges. Paving shall be free of

deterioration from moisture, decay or weathering.

Note: Major dips may be an indication of a problem with

subsurface systems and should be investigated.

10-5. FENCING AND RAILING. Fencing and railing shall perform their

intended function in an efficient manner. Fencing shall not

create hiding places for potential criminals. Fencing and

railings shall be stable with securely anchored members.

\*10-6. FINISHES.

a\. Paint. Paint to be applied on the interior and exterior

of buildings shall not have a lead content greater than

the amount permitted by 24 CFR Part 35. HUD regulations

24 CFR 968.9 require that all surfaces tested and found

to have a lead content higher than permitted are to be

treated as prescribed in the regulation to eliminate the

hazards of lead-based paint poisoning. See 968.9(e) (3).

Paint used on building exteriors shall be of a durable

weather-resistant type to prevent excessive failure and

defects. Painted surfaces shall be free of chalking,

fading and/or blistering.

b\. Millwork. Millwork, including windows, doors, trim,

closets, etc., shall be sanded, primed and finish

painted to prevent splintering or water infiltration.

Millwork used on painted building exteriors shall be

finished to prevent moisture penetration. Millwork shall

be in safe and sound condition, stable and anchored as

required. Millwork shall be free of splintering, water

penetration, material deterioration, or the presence of

termites.

c\. Interior Areas Subject to Moisture and Water. In areas

subject to water or moisture (e.g., kitchens, bathrooms

and laundries), wall, floor and ceiling finishes shall be

resistant to water, moisture, and damage from grease,

detergent and normal household chemicals.

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d\. Wall and Ceiling Finishes. Before finishing, it shall be

determined that walls and ceilings are stable, anchored

as required and free of moisture penetration. Walls and

ceilings shall be free of holes, cracks, missing

portions and material deterioration. Panels shall not

sag, buckle or delaminate. All tile shall be secured and

silicone caulked.

\(1\) Public Areas. Wall and ceiling finishes used in

public and highly trafficked areas shall be of the

kind and quality to provide durability and

reasonable resistance to abuse and graffiti. When

brittle or otherwise easily vandalized wall finishes

are repeatedly abused, they shall be replaced with a

vandal-resistant finish material up to 7 ft. above

the floor. New or replacement finishes shall be

hard-wearing, resistant to vandalism and graffiti

and relatively easy to maintain. Plastic

laminates, glazed tile epoxy coating or other

equivalent should be considered because of their

expected life, chemical resistance and easy

maintenance.

\(2\) Bathrooms. Wall finishes at bathtubs and showers

shall be water-impervious. Showers and bathtubs

with showers shall have ceramic tile, porcelain

steel panel or reinforced fiber glass panel finish

on adjacent walls up to 6 ft. above the finished

floor. Bathtubs without showers shall have a

minimum of 4 rows of ceramic tile around the top of

the bathtub. The finished product shall meet the

standard in paragraph 5-4c. Gypsum board used as

backing for wainscot in showers or tub enclosures

shall be water-resistant. Insulating foil-backed

wall board shall not be used.

\(3\) Elderly Projects. Abrasive wall products shall not

be used in elderly projects.

e\. Floor Finishes. Before finishing, it shall be

determined that they provide safe support for all

intended loads and are reasonably free of vibration or

deflection. When exposed to water, all floors shall

drain to maintain safe conditions at all times. Carpet

shall only be provided in projects or dwelling units

occupied by the elderly or the

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disabled. Floors shall be in safe and sound

condition, stable and anchored as required. Floors

shall be free of holes, major cracks, missing

portions, splintering, rust or material deterioration.

Nails shall not be exposed and finishes shall be

resistant to normal wear and moisture as required.

Concrete floors in heavily trafficked areas shall not

be painted due to the requirement for repeated

painting. When not continuously maintained, the worn

paint becomes unsightly.

\(1\) Areas Subject to Moisture and Water. In spaces

subject to water and moisture (i.e., kitchens,

bathrooms and laundries), floors shall be made of

non-absorptive waterproof materials such as

ceramic or vinyl.

\(2\) Habitable Rooms. Finished floors in habitable

rooms shall be wood flooring, resilient tile,

sheet materials or carpeting over suitable

underlayment (where permitted). Carpet shall

not be used in kitchens or bathrooms in any type

of project. Bare concrete may only be used in

regions where its use is customary, such as in

hot climates.

\(3\) Public Stairs. Soft materials such as bluestone,

slate or marble shall not be used on stair

treads. The soft consistency developed hazardous

cup-like wear spots with age.

l0-7. DOORS. Buildings and rooms requiring closure shall have

doors that are safe to operate by children, adults, the

elderly and the disabled (as required). Doors shall

prevent forcible entry into buildings, public spaces and

dwelling units through reinforced rigid door construction,

lock block, frames and hardware that resist abuse from

shock, vibration or normal use. Doors leading to the

building exteriors shall prevent the entrance of the

elements and shall be moisture-resistant. Doors shall be

operable, in sound condition and free of holes, cracks or

material deterioration. Doors shall be securely anchored

to frames and free of major sagging. Operating and

security hardware shall be present and operating as

designed. Glazing shall

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be free of cracks or holes. Exterior doors shall be retro-

fitted with energy conservation devices that are cost-

effective, such as:

o Weatherstripping;

o Caulking;

o Storm doors;

o Vestibules; or

o Other.

a\. Door Finishes. These shall be in sound condition,

free of significant splintering, rust or chipping

paint. Finishes of doors leading to laundries,

kitchens, bathrooms and the exterior shall be

resistant to moisture. Weatherstripping on exterior

doors shall be in sound condition and air infiltration

shall be minimal. Existing thresholds shall be in

safe and sound condition.

b\. Air Filtration. New and replacement exterior doors

shall be designed to limit air leakage into or out of

the building. New doors shall have air infiltration

rates not to exceed 0.5 cfm per sq. ft. of door area

for sliding doors or 1.25 cfm per sq. ft. of door

area for swinging doors.

NOTE: Compliance with these criteria should be

determined by ASTM E 283-73 Standard Method of Testing

for rate of air infiltration at pressure differential

equivalent to the impact of a 25 mph wind.

c\. Door Frames. Door frames and their supporting walls

shall be of adequate strength, stability and rigidity

to hold the door securely in place. When a door is in

the closed position, there shall be a maximum

clearance between frame and door of 1/4 inches at top

and bottom and 1/2 inch on the side. Jambs shall be

of the construction quality to withstand forcible

entry. When existing door frames are to be used with

new doors, they shall be inspected for sufficient

rigidity and strength to support heavier or

operationally different doors.

d\. Door Hinges. Hinges shall be resistant to abuse by

dismantling, removal or spreading. All out-swinging

hinges shall have non-removable pins. Doors with

systems that prevent removal of a door while it is in

its locked position (i.e., jimmy-proof pins) do not

require non-removable pins.

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e\. Door Closers. All non-dwelling unit entrance doors

shall be provided with a door closing device capable

of closing the door regardless of the degree to which

it is left open. The closing speed coupled with the

door weight shall not make doors difficult to operate

by children, adults, the elderly or the disabled or

cause hand and finger injury by its use.

f\. Glazing. Safety glazing shall be used in all sliding

doors, unframed doors, glazed panels beside entrance

doors, storm doors, garage doors and other glazed door

panels.

g\. Public Entrance and Existing Doors in Multiple

Dwelling Buildings. Public entrance doors shall have

the strength and rigidity equivalent to a 1-3/4 inches

solid core door. Exit doors, except for dwelling unit

doors, shall swing in the direction of exit travel.

\(1\) Door Locks. Exterior doorways leading to garage

areas, public hallways, terraces, balconies or

other areas affording easy access to the

premises, shall be protected by a door, which, if

not a sliding door, shall be equipped with a dead

lock. The lock shall use either an interlocking

vertical bolt and striker or a minimum 1 inch

throw dead bolt. Locks shall not require the use

of a key for operation frcm the inside. For

further requirements, see paragraph 4-3. For

sliding glass doors, see subparagraph i(2). No

new sliding glass doors may be installed, only

replacement.

\(2\) Reserved.

h\. Public Interior Doors. Public interior doors

requiring locking systems shall have the strength and

rigidity equivalent to a 1-3/4 inches thick solid core

flush wood door. Doors not containing locks need not

comply. Locking systems shall be provided according

to need.

i\. Dwelling Unit Entrance Doors. Dwelling unit entrance

doors shall have the strength and rigidity equivalent

to the following:

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o 1-3/4 inches thick solid core wood door;

o hollow steel flush door (factory primed); or

o solid core wood door with laminated steel

sheathing on both sides (factory primed).

\(1\) Door locks. Exterior doors shall be equipped

with a lock that is keyed from the outside and

that is in good operating condition.

NOTE: Where new locks are to be provided,

spring bolts shall not be used because they do

not contain a deadlocking latch; slide bolts

shall not be used because they normally can be

activated only on the inside; and key-in-knob

locks shall not be used because they can be

easily vandalized.

\(2\) Sliding Glass Door locks. Sliding glass doors

used for entry shall be locked at the top or

bottom meeting rails.

j\. Dwelling Unit Interior Doors.

\(1\) Bedrooms. In dwelling units larger than

efficiency apartments, each bedroom shall be

provided with a door. In multi-bedroom dwelling

units, the primary bedroom shall be provided with

a privacy lock that can be opened from the

outside in an emergency.

\(2\) Bathrooms. Bathrooms shall be provided with a

door with a privacy lock that can be opened from

the outside in an emergency.

\(3\) Closets. Closets shall be provided with doors

in sound condition, with all required hardware

and that are convenient to operate.

\(a\) New and replacement doors and hardware

should be durable and study. Connectors and

tracks should be consistent with door

weight and operation. Lightweight bi-fold

doors shall not be used for replacement

because of their lack of durability under

intense use.

\(b\) Single door closets shall be hinged, 1-3/8

inches hollow core doors with heavy duty

latch set and set and permanent pinned

hinged hardware. New

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and replacement door closets should have sliding

hollow core doors no more than 80 inches high

with steel floor tracks, nonremovable sliding

hardware and a nylon guide on the floor.

k\. Screen/Storm Doors. Exterior dwelling unit entrance

doors shall be provided with screen/storm doors in

climate areas where provision is customary.

Screen/storm doors shall have self-closing devices.

Replacement and new aluminum screen/ storm doors shall

have stiles measuring a minumum of 1-1/4 inches by 3-

1/2 inches.

l0-8. ELEVATORS. Elevators shall be provided in residential

buildings of 5 stories or more. Elevator equipment and

installation shall insure safe, dependable and easily

operated vertical transportation and shall be of the kind

and quality to sustain continued use. Tne entire elevator

installation, including shaft, machinery and cab, shall

conform to all revelant codes. To assure safe operating

conditions, control panels, operation buttons and

indicators shall be operable and functioning as designed.

All required security measures shall be present.

Elevators shall be self-leveling and shall, within its

zone, be entirely automatic and independent of the

operating device. Elevators shall correct for over-travel,

undertravel and rope stretch. The car shall be maintained

approximately level with the landing irrespective of load.

New and replacement elevators shall conform to the safety

code for Elevators and Escalators, ANSI A 17.1-1981.

a\. Fire Safety. Elevator shafts shall be enclosed or

prctected to prevent the spread of smoke or fire.

Elevators with existing fire alarm systems shall have

a recall system that returns elevators to the first

floor in case of fire.

b\. Elevator Cabs. New and replacement elevator cabs

shall be provided with the following elements:

\(1\) Anchored handrail on a minimum of one wall. New

handrails shall be made of stainless steel and

shall be mounted 32 inches above the floor.

Aluminum shall not be used;

\(2\) Permanent and vandal-resistant lighting system.

Fixtures with shatterproof plastic bulb cover or

fixtures of equivalent durability shall be used

as required;

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\(3\) The minimum system of operation shall be full

selective automatic operation. Each landing

(except terminal landings) shall be equipped with

both up and down call buttons;

\(4\) Mushroom-type buttons in elevator cabs and

lobbies shall be used instead of flush buttons

because they are more resistant to misuse;

\(5\) Plastic laminate doors recessed in a stainless

steel framing material on both sides. Painted

wood or bronze doors shall not be used;

\(6\) Sliding cab doors which are less subject to abuse

than swing doors which jam and short circuit

easily when misused; and

\(7\) Protection pad hooks in a minimum of one elevator

per building.

c\. Machinery. Motors and other machinery shall be

designed and mounted so as to avoid transmitting

vibration to the structure. Machinery room

temperatures shall be maintained no less than 40F and

more than 110F at all times, including winter and

summer. Elevator shafts shall contain lighting for

maintenance, inspection and cleaning. Shaft walls

shall be as smooth as possible to prevent accumulation

of lint and grease. Adjoining elevator pits shall be

separated by chain-link fencing or other systems to

prevent accidents.

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SECTION 2: PROJECT SPECIFIC

10-2B. REHABILITATI0N, ALTERATION AND REPAIR. Deteriorated

architectural features should be repaired rather than

replaced, wherever possible. In the event replacement is

necessary, the new material should match the material being

replaced in composition, design, color, texture and other

visual qualities.

l0-3B. VEGETATI0N.

a\. Replacement Plants. When replacement or new trees or

plantings are provided, the following should be

considered:

\(1\) Species that thrive in the area or have proven

that they will thrive in similar climates without

the need for unusual amounts of fertilizers,

pesticides, water or care.

\(2\) Trees and shrubbery should be planted where

roots will not become a hazard to plumbing

lines, interfere with maintenance of gas lines or

other underground utilities, and where watering

will not soften soil near the building

foundation. Trees should be located a minimum of

15 ft. away from any building foundaltion or l0

ft. away from walkways.

\(3\) Trees, shrubs, and plantings should be set back a

minimum of 6 ft. from curbs where automobiles are

to be parked;

\(4\) Mowing strips may be used against buildings,

under fences, etc. to eliminate hand trimming of

lawns;

\(5\) Metal edging or grass barriers may be used

around trees to reduce damage from mowers. A

minimum of l2 inches of unplanted area may be

provided where hand mowers are to be used and 24

inches where rider-type mowers are to be used;

and

\(6\) Where project streets are not city-owned, street

trees may be provided to assure that sidewalks

are shaded. Trees should be at least 3-1/2-4

inches caliper, if planted as indicated by the

nursery furnishing the plants. Tree guards

should be furnished as required.

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b\. Reserved.

c\. Reserved.

l0-4B. RESERVED.

l0-5B. RESERVED.

l0-6B. FINISHES.

a\. Paint. Repair painting should be of proper type and

should match existing surfaces as closely as possible.

Newly painted areas should extend to natural points

such as corners, foundation walls or changes in

materials so as not to create unattractive painted

surfaces.

\(1\) When paint is used on building exteriors, the

following should be considered:

\(a\) Local conditions such as excessively hot/dry

climates or salt-air locations should

influence the selection of exterior painting

materials; and

\(b\) Paint used for exterior application should

either be inherently mold-resistant or

include a suitable fungicide as part of its

formulation.

\(2\) In selecting paint for walls and ceilings, the

following should be considered:

\(a\) Public spaces and heavily trafficked areas

should be painted with water-based epoxy

paint for increased durability,

maintenance and greater reflectance of

light;

\(b\) Areas exposed to moisture or water should

be painted with oil-based enamel paint or

equivalent. Flat paints should not be

used; and

\(c\) In non-mechanical or custodial areas where

concrete block is used, surfaces may be

painted with epoxy resin, latex based or

high gloss finish. These paints provide

a more attractive, sanitary and more

easily maintained wall surface.

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b\. Reserved.

c\. Reserved.

d\. Reserved.

e\. Floor Finishes.

\(1\) Where carpeting is provided in elderly projects,

management offices or community spaces, the

following should be considered when replacement

becomes necessary:

\(a\) Where wheelchairs or cart traffic (delivery

and maintenance) are anticipated, carpeting

with a dense, low-pile structure should be

used;

\(b\) When using carpeting in public areas, cut

pile over 3/8 inches shall not be used;

\(c\) Carpets should have maximum static

resistance and shall comply with relevant

fire codes;

\(d\) Carpets with mixed colors (especially four-

color tweeds) provide for greater ease of

maintenance. Light and dark colors show dirt

more readily; and

\(e\) If carpet is used in management offices or

community spaces, large ball casters should

be used for movable chairs, furniture and

equipment.

\(2\) When maintenance of public entrances and hallways

is difficult due to excessive amounts of dirt

infiltration, the following may be considered:

\(a\) Provide a permanent, vandal-resistant

entrance mat at building entrances. Mat

depth should be a minimum of 3 ft.,

preferably 4 ft. in width. Aluminum or

stainless steel grates are preferable.

\(b\) Provide a catch pan with grate immediately

in front of the entrance door to reduce

intake of dirt; or

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c\) Provide a highly textured surface, such as

rough granite or concrete in vestibule or

lobby entrances, to catch dirt from shoes

before entering buildings.

\(3\) When sealants are required, the following should

be considered:

\(a\) In bathrooms, exterior edge of sub-flooring

and finishes floor (where floor abuts

vertical surfaces) may be sealed against

water penetration;

\(b\) Sealer may be applied to more absorbent

grout to prevent moisture and soil

penetration;

\(c\) Mastic may be used for water resistance;

\(d\) Synthetic plastics or sealed Portland

cement grout may be used as recommended for

moisture-impervious floor surfaces; or

\(e\) Tan or gray grout may be used in lieu of

white on tile floors to minimize appearance

of dirt.

\(4\) When leakage and overflow have been major

problems leading to penetration of flooring

subsystems, floor material should be replaced

with waterproof materials and subsystems.

10-7B. DOORS.

a\. Reserved.

b\. Reserved.

c\. Door Frames.

\(1\) Door frames used in areas subject to abuse

should be as follows:

\(a\) Solid wood frame with a minimum thickness

of 2 inches;

\(b\) Solid wood frame with an l8-guage steel

sheet covering; or

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\(c\) l6-guage hollow steel frame reinforced at

the hinges and filled with a crush-resistant

material filling the frame.

\(2\) In locations where security is a problem, the

following may be considered:

\(a\) Provide a metal angle along the opening

between the closed door and frame at the

location of the locking system to prevent

insertion of tools. The angle iron should be

a minimum of 24 inches long, mounted at the

strike;

\(b\) Provide in-swinging doors with rabbetted

jambs where the door stop is an integral

part of the jamb or is securely set into a

deep groove. Stops should not be surface-

attached to the jamb;

\(c\) Use tamper-resistant connectors;

\(d\) For metal frames installed in masonry walls,

fill space between the jamb and the wall

with masonry; and

\(e\) Provide wood spacers in the space between a

wood frame and the stud where hingers are

attached to prevent spreading of the frame

to prevent break-ins.

d\. Door Hinges.

\(1\) Removable hinge pins may be converted into

nonremovable hinges by the insertion of machine

screws (non-removable) into each pin center. An

alternate method is to hammer both ends of the

hinge so that the metal of both operable pieces

are forced together, preventing easy removal.

\(2\) Commercial or heavy-duty hinges should be used in

lieu of residential hinges in public and dwelling

unit locations where there is intense or abusive

use.

e\. Reserved.

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f\. Glazing. Polycarbonate, acrylic, plastic, laminated

glass or tempered glass may be used in locations

requiring increased resistance to abuse. Provision of

these materials shall be in compliance with all

relevant codes.

g\. Public Entrance and Exit Doors in Multiple Dwelling

Buildings.

\(1\) Door Locks. If additional security is required,

intercom systems may be considered.

Additionally, new key systems should be analyzed

prior to installation. Registered key systems,

though generally more secure, are costly and

difficult to reproduce. Master key systems are

subject to potential misuse, which may outweigh

the benefit of ease of maintenance.

\(2\) Fire Exits. In locations where vandalism and

un1awful entry have been a problem, fire exit

and fire stair doors may have interior panic

hardware with no exterior hardware. Panic

hardware shall consist of a vertical bolt and a

crash bar with automatic closing, and where

required, a alarm.

NOTE: This system will only be successful with

full tenant cooperation (tenants tend to leave

these doors unlocked when the secondary entrance

is more convenient than entry through the main

building entry). When a secondary door is the

only direct access from a parking lot or heavily

trafficked path, consider the installation of a

similar security system employed at the main

entrance. This alternative may provide greater

security than limited tenant entrance altogether.

\(a\) Panic Hardware. When adding panic hardware

to secondary exit doors, vertical-bolt

latches should be at the top and bottom of

the door for increased security.

\(b\) Vandalism. In multi-family projects where

vandalism is a problem, exit doors leading

to fire stairwells on each landing may be

provided with a self-locking dead-latch to

allow free egress while prohibiting entry.

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The stair-side surface of the door should be

free of hardware to prevent access to one floor

from another via the stairwell. Hardware

should limit access to the roof or ground floor

exits via the stairwell provided relevant code

requirements are not violated.

\(3\) Garage Doors. In areas where vandalism is a

problem, doors leading into buildings from garages may

have self-locking deadlatches that permit free egress

but require a key for entry into the building.

h\. Reserved.

i\. Dwelling Unit Entrance Doors.

\(1\) Door Locks. Where security is a problem, key-

in-knob and spring bolts may be replaced with a

mortise lock with deadbolt having a minimum 1

inch throw or a combination of a heavy duty latch

set and rim lock with interlocking vertical bolt

and striker. These locks shall be constructed of

case-hardened steel, brass, zinc alloy or bronze.

The deadbolt shall be operated from the inside by

a device no requiring a key. Lock cylinders

shall be flush to the door and pick-resistant.

If the cylinder protrudes from the door, a

bevelled ring cylinder guard or a spinner ring

shall be provided, as required. New dwelling

unit doors may have mortise locks with 1 inch

throw as provided for security. Additionally,

the following may be considered.

\(a\) In locations where lock-tampering has been a

problem, a flat metal escutcheon plate may

be mounted to the face of a outswinging

door.

NOTE: This plate extends beyond the door

edge and fits flush with the jamb of the

closed door, protecting the lock from abuse.

Plates located on the outside of the door

should be attached with tamper-resistant

connectors such as round-headed carriage

bolts or one-way screws.

\(b\) Door strikes may be secured with longer than

normal screws which make breaking the strike

out of the frame more difficult.

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\(2\) Peepholes. Where required as part of a security

program or mandated by relevant codes, dwelling

unit entrance doors may have a peephole that

shall be 1/4 inches in diameter (preventing

insertion of a criminal tool), double glazing

for safety, and a wider-angle lense for maximum

visibility. Peepholes shall be located

approximately 57 inches above the floor.

j\. Reserved.

k\. Screen/Storm Doors. When screen or glazed panels are

continually abused, units with a guard that prevents

a panel from being pushed in should be considered.

l\. Kickplates. In locations where door bases are

continually abused, kickplates that are the width of

the door and a minimum of 18 inches high may be

provided.

m\. Vision Panels. In areas where visibility into spaces

is needed for increased security, public doors may

have vision panels made of a vandal-resistant

transparent material. Vision panels shall be of a

size and location on the door to allow full

visibility beyond the door for security. Public

entrance, laundry, community room, stair doors and

other doors routinely used by tenant, may have vision

panels as needed.

10-8B. ELEVATORS

a\. Fire Safety. Service openings in elevators may be

provided with closing devices which will close all

service doors upon activation of smoke detectors.

These openings should be located inside and outside

the shaft enclosure if acceptable to the unit of

government having jurisdiction.

b\. Elevator Cabs. If crime or abuse is problem, the

following may be considered:

\(1\) In existing cabs:

\(a\) The elevator control system may be altered

to an \"updischarge, down-collect\" system in

which the elevator will only stop at the

floor indicated by the passenger at the

ground floor.

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Passengers on upper floors may enter the

cab only on the down (collect) trip.

NOTE: Although this system creates a

longer waiting time, it does assure riders

that they will reach their destination

without someone else getting on at an

intermediate floor. This method is not

fool-proof, yet it is an inexpensive

measure for an increased means of

security.

\(b\) Wide-angle vandal-resistant surveillance

mirror may be mounted at an upper back

corner of the cab to allow total visibility

into cab; and

\(c\) Television or auditory monitoring systems

may be provided in elevators where other

security techniques have been unsuccessful.

The system and its components shall be

protected against abuse.

\(2\) In new elevator cabs:

\(a\) Television or auditory monitoring systems

in situations where other security

techniques have not been successful. The

system and its components should be

protected against abuse;

\(b\) The escape hatch in the ceiling of the

elevator cab may be secured from the

outside, to be opened only by trained

personnel when evacuation is necessary;

\(c\) A position indicator may be provided in the

car of tenant elevators serving 3 or more

floors which will indicate by audible and

visible signals the floor at which the car

is stopped or is passing. Frequently

abused indicator lights may be protected by

a heavy-duty plastic shield or other

equivalent system. Indicator lights tend

to reduce user impatience which may result

in less wear and tear on the buttons.

However, in some cases where the indicator

lights are repeatedly abused, it may be

necessary to totally eliminate them;

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\(d\) Correction buttons to \"erase\" floors which

were selected by mistake or abuse may be

provided. Under these conditions, the use

of correction buttons will eliminate large

amount of stops and starts that affect

maintenance and operating costs; and

\(e\) Handrails, wall panels, doors and their

frames, control panels and floors should be

stainless steel. In locations where abuse

is not a serious problem, plastic laminate

or materials with similar mantenance

characteristics may be used on cab walls.

c\. Reserved.

d\. Other Vandal Resistant Materials

\(1\) Metal floor indicator and call buttons.

\(2\) Painted wood or bronze elevator doors may be

provided with stainless steel or plastic

laminate kick-plates on both sides as required.

\(3\) Transparent vision panels or hatch doors that

are continually vandalized may be replaced with

a vandal-resistant material.

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