D.C. Code § 4-754.22

Additional standards for providers of severe weather shelter

Oct. 22, 2005, D.C

In addition to the standards in § 4-754.21, providers of severe weather shelter shall provide:

(1) When severe weather conditions continue overnight, a clean bed with clean linens, pad, and blanket for each bed;

(2) Basic needs, such as food and clothing and other supportive services, or information about where to obtain such basic needs and supportive services;

(3) 24-hour, properly functioning toilet facilities;

(4) Cool water, available via water cooler, fountain, or other means; and

(5) Properly functioning heating and cooling systems during the appropriate seasons.

Official source: D.C. Law Library (Council of the District of Columbia). Reproduced from public-domain District of Columbia statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.