Specifications include, but are not limited to: 2.5.1.1. Adoption Friendly Atmosphere: The adoption process involves viewing and selecting animals. The facility shall be designed with a friendly up-beat atmosphere to promote adoption rates. 2.5.1.2. Species Segregation: Canine and feline species shall be housed in separate spaces. Where possible, adult animals shall be separated from juveniles, except for nursing mother/litter combinations. 2.5.1.3. Construction Materials: Materials in the animal areas and other areas subject to wash down shall be non-permeable and durable. 2.5.1.4. Acoustics: Building Envelope design shall include noise reduction features. 2.5.1.5. Floor and Wall Finishes: Finishes are vital to maintaining a clean heathy environment. Finishes shall be waterproof, durable and chemical resistant. 2.5.1.6. Indoor Materials: Integrate indoor materials that support a healthy productive and safe indoor air quality environment, 2.5.1.7. Lighting: Shall be located and provide sufficient light to facilitate viewing in the adoption process, and maintain a safe environment; employ products and/or materials exhibiting low VOC and/or particulate emissions. 2.5.1.8. Plumbing: Drainage of kennels and other areas that are subject to wash-down shall be incorporated in the design. Drainage design must prevent waste from one kennel from contaminating another. Each kennel shall be equipped with a separate screened 4” floor drain in the center of the floor. Piping system shall be designed such that building drain piping is 6” minimum and sloped to provide sufficient movement of solids through the system.