Long Beach has launched a pilot program in partnership with Throne Labs to introduce four public restroom units, known as Thrones. These smart restrooms feature a toilet, urinal, sink, and ADA-accessible ramp, accessible via QR code scans or manual codes. Each unit has a 10-minute limit to encourage efficiency. The restrooms are strategically placed in high-traffic areas like Belmont Pier and Shoreline Marina, addressing the lack of accessible facilities while highlighting the challenges cities face in providing public bathrooms due to operational costs.
Cities across the country want to provide bathrooms, but costs and operational challenges stop them from doing so. - Jessica Heinzelman, Throne Labs co-founder
Thrones come with a time limit. After 10 minutes, ready or not, the doors are opening.
Each unit includes a toilet, urinal and sink with an ADA-accessible ramp, promoting accessibility and hygiene.
As part of a pilot program, Washington D.C.-based Throne Labs has set up "smart" bathrooms at four locations across the city.
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