In order for an organization to be granted a license to conduct
pari-mutuel racing, the facility shall meet but not be limited to the following
minimum requirements:
(1) A track
shall include a straightaway course of a minimum of 350 yards in length and a
minimum of seventy feet (70') in width. The straightaway shall connect with an
oval not less than one-half (2) mile in circumference; except that the width
may vary according to the number of horses started in a field, but a minimum of
thirty feet (30') shall be allowed for the first two (2) horses with an
additional five feet (5') for each added starter; except that as may otherwise
be requested by the organization licensee and specifically approved by the
Commission.
(2) The inner and outer
rails shall extend the entire length of the straightaway and around the
connecting oval; it shall be at least thirty-eight inches (38") and not more
than forty-two inches (42") in height, and constructed of material approved by
the Commission. Whatever construction material is used must provide for the
safety of both horse and rider.
(3)
Stabling facilities should be adequate for the number of horses to be on hand
for the meet. In no case will a track with less than two hundred (200) stalls
be acceptable.
(4) Stands for
Stewards and Timers shall be located exactly on the finish line and provide a
commanding and uninterrupted view of the entire racing strip.
(5) The paddock shall be spacious enough to
provide adequate safety. The jockey's room shall be in or adjacent to the
paddock enclosure and shall be equipped with separate but equal complete
sanitation facilities including showers for both male and female riders. This
area must be fenced to keep out unauthorized persons and provide maximum
security and safety. The fence shall be at least four feet (4') high of chain
link, V-mesh or similar construction.
(6) A Test Barn with a minimum of two (2)
stalls shall be provided for the purpose of collecting urine specimens. The
Test Barn and a walking ring large enough to accommodate several horses cooling
out at the same time, shall be completely enclosed by a fence at least eight
feet (8') high of chain link, V-mesh, similar, or solid construction. There
shall be a maximum of two entrances into the Test Barn enclosure which shall
remain locked or guarded at all times. Provisions shall be made in this area
for an office to accommodate the needs of the Official Veterinarian and from
which s/he can observe the stalls and the entrance into the Test Barn
enclosure. The organization shall provide facilities for the immediate cooling
and freezing of all urine specimens, and shall make provisions for the
specimens to be shipped to the laboratory packed in dry ice.
(7) A grandstand or bleachers shall be
provided for the spectators and shall provide for the comfort and safety of the
spectators. Facilities must include restrooms and a public water
supply.