MIL-HDBK-1036 Bachelor Housing See Notice 1 For Replacement InformationThis military handbook, MIL-HDBK-1036A, provides the basic design criteria for Navy and Marine Corps bachelor housing. It presents guidance for development of designs for bachelor housing, enlisted and officer,taking into account local program operations and requirements, as well as the new Office of the Secretary of Defense OSD Construction Standards. Refer to the Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 6 November 1995, in the front of this handbook, before the table of contents.

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stereo system cartons, snow tires, bicycles, surf boards, ski equipment, and other sports gear.  Most storage is limited to rectangular cubes, but a limited shape variety is needed for masts and other bulky items.  Also refer to par. 3.9.

b)  For the Marines.  Bulk storage is accommodated in the apartment closets.

3.8.7     Utility Space.  Provide appropriate space for the mechanical and electrical systems.  Note that up to 4 sq. m. per module may be added to the allowable building gross area for structures four stories or higher.

3.8.8     Mail Service

a)  For the Navy.  Provide one U.S. Postal Service approved mailbox per resident.  The mailboxes may be located indoors or in an outdoor covered area, gazebo, or where size warrants, or even in a separate enclosed building subject to local postal rules.  Prior to design, the bachelor housing manager and public works office should discuss plans with local postmasters.

b)  For the Marines.  No in-building requirements

(optional).

3.8.9     Circulation Space.  Arrange corridors to emphasize apartment entrances.  Consider providing a recessed light at each entrance.  Size the corridor to meet NFPA 101 requirements with a minimum clear width to accommodate two persons with suitcases, about 1600 millimeters.

3.8.10    Multipurpose Space.  Provide area for individual recreation, group activities, training, and meetings.  Isolate the area acoustically, and locate close to public toilets. Provide a counter on which to set a microwave oven, waste receptacles, and other similar food warming equipment.  Provide locked storage for related supplies and for equipment.  Provide the space with light and power.  Finishes should be easily cleaned and endure hard use.  Provide a large screen television acoustically isolated as appropriate, and reasonably close to public toilets.  Provide window coverings and hardware to allow for darkening room with blinds or shades and provide light dimmers.  Finishes should be easily cleaned, and endure hard use and food spills.

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