Residential Care/Assisted Living facility: A building or part thereof housing a maximum of 16 persons, on a 24-hour basis, who because of age, mental disability or other reasons, live in a supervised residential environment which provides personal care services. Occupants are capable of responding to an emergency situation without physical assistance from staff. Where occupants cannot meet the fire evacuation drill requirements, additional building protection is required.

Personal Care Service: The care of residents who do not require chronic or convalescent medical or nursing care.