Each memory care unit must have for the resident's use an outdoor area enclosed by a fence. The fence must extend to a minimum of six feet above grade level and be designed to be safe for resident contact. Hard surface walking paths shall be provided in the outside area. If the access to the outside area is through a required building exit, the area shall be large enough to allow movement of all affected residents 50 feet away from the building structure. A gate to exit the outside area must be provided.

Source: 38 SDR 115, effective January 9, 2012; 46 SDR 65, effective November 26, 2019.

General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13(3)(14).

Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13(3)(14).

Prior versions effective: 2012-01-09.