Virginia § 32.1-126.2 Fire suppression systems required in nursing facilities and nursing homes

Virginia Statutes

§ 32.1-126.2 — Fire suppression systems required in nursing facilities and nursing homes

Virginia § 32.1-126.2

Title 32.1HEALTH

Ch. 5REGULATION OF MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES AND SERVICES

Art. 1HOSPITAL AND NURSING HOME LICENSURE AND INSPECTION

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Va. Code Ann. § 32.1-126.2 (2026).

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After January 1, 1993, the Commissioner shall not issue a license to or renew the license of any nursing facility or nursing home, regardless of when such institution was constructed, unless the nursing facility or nursing home is equipped with a fire suppression system which complies with the regulations of the Board of Housing and Community Development.

Units consisting of certified long-term care beds described in this section and § 36-99.9 located on the ground floor of general hospitals shall be exempt from the requirements of this section.

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After January 1, 1993, the Commissioner shall not issue a license to or renew the license of any nursing facility or nursing home, regardless of when such institution was constructed, unless the nursing facility or nursing home is equipped with a fire suppression system which complies with the regulations of the Board of Housing and Community Development.

Units consisting of certified long-term care beds described in this section and § 36-99.9 located on the ground floor of general hospitals shall be exempt from the requirements of this section.