Georgia Outpatient Facilities Design Code 2022

Adoption Info of Georgia Outpatient Facilities Design Code 2022

  • FGI Guidelines for Design and Construction of Outpatient Facilities 2022 Edition with Georgia-specific amendments

Effective Dates

  • January 1, 2022 – Present

Adopts with Amendments

  • FGI Guidelines for Design and Construction of Outpatient Facilities 2022 Edition

Scope

  • The Georgia Outpatient Facilities Design Code applies to the design, construction, and renovation of outpatient care facilities. This code establishes standards for patient safety, infection control, accessibility, and functionality specific to outpatient settings, such as ambulatory surgery centers, diagnostic imaging facilities, and specialty clinics. Requirements cover areas including HVAC and ventilation, emergency systems, patient care areas, and accessibility to ensure safe, compliant environments.

Exception #1: Small outpatient facilities that do not perform invasive procedures may have less stringent ventilation and design requirements, depending on local jurisdiction.

Exception #2: Minor renovations in existing facilities may not require full compliance with current design standards unless impacting essential patient care or safety systems.

CODE REFERENCE GUIDE

Area Primary Supplement
Patient Treatment Room Design FGI NONE
Infection Control Requirements FGI ASHRAE 170
Procedure and Exam Rooms FGI NONE
HVAC and Ventilation Systems FGI ASHRAE 170
Emergency Response Facilities FGI NONE
Accessibility and ADA Compliance FGI ADA
Electrical and Lighting Standards FGI NEC
Plumbing and Medical Gas Systems FGI IPC
Fire Safety and Egress FGI NFPA 101