Table 2 Description of the Smoke-Free Policies at Referenced Properties a
Policy Description | N = 21 | % |
|---|---|---|
Year of Policy Adoption | ||
Before 2010 | 4 | 19 |
2011–2014 | 15 | 71 |
2015 to present | 2 | 10 |
Description of General Policy | ||
Comprehensive | 9 | 43 |
All indoor spaces smoke-free | 11 | 52 |
Common areas only | 1 | 5 |
Description of Policies for Outdoor Spaces | ||
Buffer zones of 10, 15, 20 or 25 ft | 8 | 38 |
No smoking anywhere except designated areas | 3 | 14 |
Smoking allowed anywhere outside | 0 | 0 |
Grandfathering of Smokers | ||
Yes – for a limited time | 5 | 24 |
Yes – unlimited | 4 | 19 |
Yes – length of time not specified | 1 | 5 |
No | 7 | 33 |
Not applicable (new build) | 4 | 19 |
Notification Timeline | ||
No notification given | 1 | 5 |
6 months or less | 8 | 38 |
More than 6 months | 7 | 33 |
Not applicable (new build) | 2 | 10 |
Unclear | 3 | 14 |
Inclusion of E-Cigarettes | 11 | 52 |