New construction includes but is not limited to:
(1) New structures:
- (a) A new building to be licensed as an enhanced services facility; or
- (b) An addition to a building currently licensed as an enhanced services facility.
(2) Existing buildings:
- (a) Conversion of another building to an enhanced services facility;
- (b) Change in the use of space for access by residents within an existing enhanced services facility; and
(c) Alterations, additions, or modifications of an existing facility including but not limited to:
- (i) Physical structure;
- (ii) Electrical fixtures or systems;
- (iii) Mechanical equipment or systems;
- (iv) Fire alarm fixtures or systems;
- (v) Fire sprinkler fixtures or systems;
- (vi) Wall coverings 1/28 thick or thicker;
- (vii) Floor coverings; or
- (viii) Kitchen or laundry equipment.
- (d) A change in the department-approved use of an existing facility or portion of a facility; and
- (e) An existing building or portion thereof to be converted for the approved use.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.97 RCW. WSR 14-19-071, § 388-107-0720, filed 9/12/14, effective 10/13/14.]