How many people do you think will be allowed in this space? MA

[Hoo]

MA
Basement
2,259 SQ ft.
Singular front door
Stairs to the front door
Only exit

This is a link to the property on loopnet. It has pictures of all stated above.

If I made double doors how much more would it increase?

I want to make it a restaurant.

 

[cda]

If lucky 49

Normally, require two exits over 50,,,

And you have the sq ft where I would require two exits,

With that said the building dept can sometimes set a lower occupant load


Does the basement already have fire sprinklers???

 

[Hoo]

It does have fire sprinklers. If I was able to somehow put another exit and make both have big double doors would I be able to have like a hundred people when I did wine tasting as everybody will be standing up?

 

[cda]

It does have fire sprinklers. If I was able to somehow put another exit and make both have big double doors would I be able to have like a hundred people when I did wine tasting as everybody will be standing up?

You should.

You should be able to get away with one regular size door.

You need 1500 sq ft for about 100

You do not break down sq ft for

Kitchen
Bathrooms
Storage
Dining

Best advice before you sign any contracts,,

Set down with the Building Official/ Department

Show them a simple floor plan, and explain your concept.

They should be able to tell you the ups and downs

 

[Hoo]

Ok. Thanks for the answers I appreciate it.

 

[ADAguy]

Space must be accessible!

 

[Builder Bob]

Need to hire architect, most state laws require an architect when dealing with assembly. Check your local laws and see if you need an architect before committing to anything - it may be more of a snowball than you want to tackle.

 

[JPohling]

accessibility may be more difficult than exiting

 

[ADAguy]

ramps or elevators