Occupancy Load Calculator
Persons per space for egress planning
m²
Occupant load
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persons
Factor used:
-- m² per person
Occupancy factor reference
| Use | m² / person |
|---|---|
| Assembly — standing | 0.5 |
| Assembly — seated | 1.0 |
| Restaurant / dining | 1.5 |
| Classroom | 2.0 |
| Retail | 3.0 |
| Office | 10.0 |
| Residential | 20.0 |
| Storage / warehouse | 30.0 |
These factors are typical international rule-of-thumb values. Occupancy factors vary by jurisdiction — the local building code always governs.