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(Effective May 1, 2026)

PDFWAC 110-145-3280

Building and premises requirements for secure CRCs.

Facilities licensed as secure CRCs:
(1) Must, in addition to the requirements in WAC 110-145-2430:
(a) Limit exiting from the premises by one of the following methods:
(i) Windows and doors that allow exit but have a nonscalable perimeter fence around the premises. This fence must be designed to not cause injury, avoiding use of electrification, razor wire, or concertina wire; or
(ii) Egress-control devices that meet or exceed current state building codes;
(b) Not isolate youth from the general population or staff in a locked room; and
(c) Maintain recreational areas within the secure facility or on the premises that can support the youth's daily activities;
(2) May be a:
(a) Free-standing facility;
(b) Separate unit; or
(c) Separate building within a campus.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 74.15.030. WSR 25-23-103, s 110-145-3280, filed 11/18/25, effective 5/1/26.]