S.D. Admin. R. 44:70:02:18
Each currently licensed resident room shall have at least 75 square feet (6.98 square meters) of floor space per bed, with at least three feet (0.91 meters) between beds in a multi-bed room exclusive of closets and wardrobes; and 95 square feet (8.83 square meters) in a single room, exclusive of closets and wardrobes. Each resident shall have for individual use in the assigned room a bed, a bedside stand, and a chair appropriate to the needs and comfort of the resident. Each facility shall have ten square feet (0.93 square meters) of general storage for each bed. A total of 37.5 square feet (3.48 square meters) of recreational activity, dining, and occupational therapy area for each bed and each day care resident shall be provided in the facility. Each facility shall be constructed, equipped, and operated to maintain the privacy and dignity of all residents. In a multi-bed room, each bed shall be able to be separated from the other beds by privacy curtains. Existing assisted living centers shall maintain the square footage of resident rooms, dining rooms, and common space required at the time of plan approval.
S.D. Admin. R. 44:70:02:18
General Authority: SDCL 34-12-13(1) and (3).
Law Implemented: SDCL 34-12-13(1) and (3).
Area requirements for new construction or renovations, subdivision 44:70:10:02(2).