In addition to the standards in § 4-754.21, providers of severe weather shelter shall provide:

1. (1) When severe weather conditions continue overnight, a clean bed with clean linens, pad, and blanket for each bed;
2. (2) Basic needs, such as food and clothing and other supportive services, or information about where to obtain such basic needs and supportive services;
3. (3) 24-hour, properly functioning toilet facilities;
4. (4) Cool water, available via water cooler, fountain, or other means; and
5. (5) Properly functioning heating and cooling systems during the appropriate seasons.

History

Oct. 22, 2005, D.C. Law 16-35, § 13, 52 DCR 8113

Section References

This section is referenced in § 4-754.23, § 4-754.24, and § 4-754.25.