Marshall & Swift Occupancy Reference Guide

COMMERCIAL AND AGRICULTURAL ESTIMATORS

OCCUPANCY REFERENCE

June 2011

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Table of Contents Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................... i

Introduction ................................................................................................................................1

Alphabetical Occupancy List .....................................................................................................2

Numerical Occupancy List .......................................................................................................16

Agricultural Estimator Occupancies ........................................................................................25

School Occupancies .................................................................................................................29 Elementary and Secondary School Occupancies ................................................................29 College Occupancies ...........................................................................................................30

Occupancy Descriptions...........................................................................................................31 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose .......................................................................................31 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose ........................................................................................33 102 Barn, General Purpose.................................................................................................36 103 Barn, Special Purpose .................................................................................................38 104 Commodity Warehouse ...............................................................................................40 105 Confinement Barn .......................................................................................................42 106 Controlled Atmosphere Storage ..................................................................................44 107 Corn Crib, Spaced Board ............................................................................................46 108 Corn Crib, Wire ...........................................................................................................46 109 Hog Breeding ..............................................................................................................47 110 Hog Farrowing ............................................................................................................50 111 Hog Finishing ..............................................................................................................52 112 Hog Nursery ................................................................................................................54 113 Loafing Shed ...............................................................................................................56 114 Milkhouse Shed ...........................................................................................................58 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story .....................................................59 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story .....................................................61 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder ....................................................................63 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler .....................................................................66 119 Turkey Barn .................................................................................................................68 120 Sheep Shed ..................................................................................................................70 121 Tobacco Barn, Air Curing ...........................................................................................73 122 Tobacco Barn, Flue Curing .........................................................................................73 123 Seed Processing Storage..............................................................................................74 124 Lean-to, Farm Utility ...................................................................................................76 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated ......................................77 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated ......................................79

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127 Winery Shop ................................................................................................................81 131 Corn Crib Bin ..............................................................................................................83 132 Livestock Shelter, Individual ......................................................................................84 133 Storage Shed, Prefabricated ........................................................................................85 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small ............................................................................87 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium .......................................................................87 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large ............................................................................87 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Small ..........................................................................89 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium........................................................................89 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large ............................................................................89 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small ...............................................................................91 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium ...........................................................................91 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large ...............................................................................91 150 Manufactured Housing, Single Section .......................................................................93 151 Manufactured Housing, Multi-Section ........................................................................93 152 Residential Garage, Detached .....................................................................................94 153 Residential Garage, Attached ......................................................................................96 154 Residential Garage, Built-in ........................................................................................98 155 Hunting Shelter ...........................................................................................................99 156 Alternative School .....................................................................................................100 157 Maintenance Storage Building ..................................................................................103 158 Special Education Classrooms ..................................................................................104 160 Machinery and Equipment ........................................................................................107 161 Personal Property ......................................................................................................107 162 Out Buildings ............................................................................................................107 163 Site Improvements ....................................................................................................107 170 Institutional Greenhouse, Small ................................................................................107 171 Institutional Greenhouse, Medium ............................................................................107 172 Institutional Greenhouse, Large ................................................................................107 173 Church Educational Wing .........................................................................................110 174 Pavilion .....................................................................................................................113 175 Skating Rink, Ice ........................................................................................................116 176 Skating Rink, Roller ...................................................................................................118 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit ..............................................................................120 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit ..........................................................................122 179 High Rise Town House, Detached ............................................................................125 180 Feed Handling and Mixing ........................................................................................127 181 Secure Storage Shed, Prefabricated ..........................................................................128 182 Calving Barn Shed ....................................................................................................129 183 Golf Starter Booth .....................................................................................................131 184 Arena Shelter .............................................................................................................133 185 Truck Wash ...............................................................................................................135 300 Apartment (High Rise) ..............................................................................................136 301 Armory ......................................................................................................................140

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302 Auditorium ................................................................................................................142 303 Automobile Showroom .............................................................................................144 304 Bank ..........................................................................................................................147 305 Barn ...........................................................................................................................150 306 Bowling Center .........................................................................................................152 308 Church with Sunday School ......................................................................................154 309 Church .......................................................................................................................157 310 City Club ...................................................................................................................160 311 Clubhouse ..................................................................................................................161 313 Convalescent Hospital ...............................................................................................163 314 Country Club .............................................................................................................166 315 Creamery ...................................................................................................................168 316 Dairy ..........................................................................................................................170 317 Dairy Sales Building .................................................................................................173 318 Department Store ......................................................................................................174 319 Discount Store ...........................................................................................................176 320 Dispensary .................................................................................................................178 321 Dormitory ..................................................................................................................180 322 Fire Station, Staffed ..................................................................................................183 323 Fraternal Building .....................................................................................................185 324 Fraternity House ........................................................................................................188 325 Service Garage (Obsolete) ........................................................................................189 326 Storage Garage ..........................................................................................................189 327 Governmental Building .............................................................................................191 328 Storage Hangar ..........................................................................................................194 329 Hangar, Maintenance and Office...............................................................................196 330 Home for the Elderly .................................................................................................198 331 Hospital .....................................................................................................................200 332 Hotel (Obsolete) ........................................................................................................203 334 Industrial Manufacturing (Obsolete) .........................................................................204 335 Jail, Correctional Facility ..........................................................................................205 336 Laundromat ...............................................................................................................207 337 Library, Public ...........................................................................................................208 338 Loft ............................................................................................................................211 339 Lumber Storage Shed, Horizontal .............................................................................214 340 Market .......................................................................................................................215 341 Medical Office ..........................................................................................................218 342 Mortuary ....................................................................................................................221 343 Motel .........................................................................................................................223 344 Office Building ..........................................................................................................226 345 Parking Structure .......................................................................................................230 346 Post Office (Obsolete) ...............................................................................................231 347 Poultry House (Obsolete) ..........................................................................................232 348 Rectory ......................................................................................................................233

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349 Fast Food Restaurant .................................................................................................235 350 Restaurant ..................................................................................................................238 351 Single Family Residence ...........................................................................................241 352 Multiple Residence (Low Rise).................................................................................243 353 Retail Store ................................................................................................................246 354 Town House, Inside Unit ..........................................................................................250 355 Fine Arts and Crafts Building (Elementary and Secondary School) .........................252 356 Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School)......................................................254 357 Commons (Elementary and Secondary School) ........................................................258 358 Gymnasium (Elementary and Secondary School) .....................................................260 359 Lecture Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School) ........................................263 360 Library, Media Center (Elementary and Secondary School) .....................................264 361 Manual Arts Building (Elementary and Secondary School) .....................................267 362 Multipurpose Building (Elementary and Secondary School) ....................................269 363 Physical Education Building (Elementary and Secondary School) ...........................272 364 Science Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School) ........................................274 365 Entire Elementary School ..........................................................................................277 366 Entire Junior High School .........................................................................................279 367 Arts and Crafts Building (College) ...........................................................................282 368 Classrooms (College) ................................................................................................285 369 Commons (College) ..................................................................................................288 370 Gymnasium (College) ...............................................................................................291 371 Lecture Hall (College) ...............................................................................................294 372 Library (College) .......................................................................................................296 373 Technical Trades Building (College) ........................................................................298 374 Multipurpose Building (College) ..............................................................................301 375 Physical Education Building (College) .....................................................................303 376 Science Building (College) .......................................................................................306 377 Entire College ............................................................................................................309 378 Stable .........................................................................................................................312 379 Theater, Live Stage ...................................................................................................314 380 Theater, Cinema ........................................................................................................317 381 Veterinary Hospital ...................................................................................................320 383 Tobacco Barn ............................................................................................................322 384 Barber Shop ...............................................................................................................324 386 Mini Warehouse ........................................................................................................325 387 Transit Warehouse ....................................................................................................327 388 Underground Parking Structure ................................................................................329 389 Equipment Storage Building (Obsolete) ...................................................................330 390 Lumber Storage Building, Vertical ...........................................................................330 391 Material Storage Building .........................................................................................332 392 Industrial Engineering Building ................................................................................334 393 Labor Dormitory........................................................................................................337 394 Transient Labor Cabin ...............................................................................................339

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395 Potato Storage ...........................................................................................................339 396 Hog Barn ...................................................................................................................342 397 Sheep Barn ................................................................................................................345 398 Fruit Packing Barn ....................................................................................................347 399 Cattle Shed (Obsolete) ..............................................................................................348 400 Hay Shed (Obsolete) .................................................................................................349 401 Town House, End Unit ..............................................................................................349 403 Shower Building ........................................................................................................351 404 Utility Building (Obsolete) ........................................................................................354 405 Skating Rink (Obsolete) ............................................................................................354 406 Storage Warehouse ....................................................................................................356 407 Distribution Warehouse ............................................................................................359 408 Service Station ..........................................................................................................362 409 T-Hangar ...................................................................................................................363 410 Automotive Center ....................................................................................................364 412 Neighborhood Shopping Center ................................................................................366 413 Community Shopping Center ....................................................................................366 414 Regional Shopping Center ........................................................................................366 416 Indoor Tennis Club ...................................................................................................366 417 Racquetball-Handball Club .......................................................................................368 418 Health Club ...............................................................................................................370 419 Convenience Market .................................................................................................372 420 Bulk Fertilizer Storage ..............................................................................................374 421 Grain Storage, Utility ................................................................................................375 422 Theater (Obsolete) .....................................................................................................377 423 Mini-Lube Garage .....................................................................................................378 424 Group Care Home .....................................................................................................379 426 Day Care Center ........................................................................................................381 427 Fire Station, Volunteer ..............................................................................................383 428 Horse Arena ..............................................................................................................385 429 Modified Hog Shed ...................................................................................................388 430 Hog Shed ...................................................................................................................390 431 Outpatient (Surgical) Center .....................................................................................392 432 Restroom Building ....................................................................................................395 434 Car Wash, Self-Serve ................................................................................................397 435 Car Wash, Drive-Thru ...............................................................................................399 436 Car Wash, Automatic ................................................................................................401 440 Milkhouse ..................................................................................................................403 441 Cocktail Lounge ........................................................................................................404 442 Bar/Tavern .................................................................................................................407 443 Central Bank ..............................................................................................................409 444 Dental Office/Clinic ..................................................................................................411 445 Log Home ..................................................................................................................414 446 Supermarket ..............................................................................................................415

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447 Cold Storage Facility .................................................................................................418 448 Cold Storage, Farm ...................................................................................................421 450 Cotton Gin .................................................................................................................423 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise) .......................................................424 453 Industrial Flex Building ............................................................................................426 454 Shell, Industrial Building ..........................................................................................428 455 Auto Dealership, Complete .......................................................................................430 456 Tool Shed ..................................................................................................................433 458 Warehouse Discount Store ........................................................................................434 459 Mixed Retail with Residential Units .........................................................................436 460 Shell, Neighborhood Shopping Center .....................................................................438 461 Shell, Community Shopping Center .........................................................................438 462 Shell, Regional Shopping Center ..............................................................................438 465 Food Booth, Prefabricated.........................................................................................438 466 Boat Storage Shed .....................................................................................................439 467 Boat Storage Building ...............................................................................................441 468 Material Storage Shed ...............................................................................................442 469 Freestall Barn ............................................................................................................444 470 Equipment (Shop) Building ......................................................................................447 471 Light Commercial Utility Building ...........................................................................449 472 Equipment Shed ........................................................................................................451 473 Material Shelter .........................................................................................................453 474 Poultry House, Enclosed Cage Operation, One Story ...............................................454 475 Poultry House, Floor Operation ................................................................................456 476 Farm Implement Building .........................................................................................457 477 Farm Utility Building ................................................................................................459 478 Farm Implement Shed ...............................................................................................461 479 Farm Utility Storage Shed .........................................................................................463 480 Vegetable Building, Environmental ..........................................................................464 481 Museum .....................................................................................................................465 482 Convention Center ....................................................................................................467 483 Fitness Center ............................................................................................................470 484 High School (Entire) .................................................................................................472 485 Natatorium.................................................................................................................475 486 Field House ...............................................................................................................477 487 Vocational School .....................................................................................................480 488 Bookstore (School) ....................................................................................................483 489 Jail, Police Station .....................................................................................................485 490 Kennel .......................................................................................................................487 491 Government Community Service Building ...............................................................489 492 Shell, Office Building ...............................................................................................492 493 Flathouse ...................................................................................................................493 494 Industrial Light Manufacturing .................................................................................495 495 Industrial Heavy Manufacturing................................................................................498

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496 Laboratory .................................................................................................................501 497 Computer Center .......................................................................................................503 498 Broadcast Facility ......................................................................................................505 499 Dry Cleaners/Laundry ...............................................................................................508 508 Car Wash Canopy......................................................................................................509 511 Drugstore ...................................................................................................................510 512 Luxury Boutique ........................................................................................................512 514 Community Center ....................................................................................................515 515 Casino ........................................................................................................................517 516 Fellowship Hall .........................................................................................................519 517 Narthex/Foyer ............................................................................................................522 518 Greenhouse Lath Shade House .................................................................................524 519 Greenhouse Shade Shelter .........................................................................................525 520 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop (Obsolete) ...................................................................526 521 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib (Obsolete) ..................................................................527 522 Greenhouse, Straight Wall (Obsolete) ......................................................................528 523 Golf Cart Storage Building .......................................................................................529 524 Corn Crib Building ....................................................................................................531 525 Mini Warehouse, High Rise ......................................................................................532 526 Service Garage Shed .................................................................................................533 527 Municipal Service Garage .........................................................................................535 528 Service Repair Garage ...............................................................................................537 529 Snack Bar ..................................................................................................................539 530 Cafeteria ....................................................................................................................541 531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store ...................................................................................544 532 Florist Shop ...............................................................................................................546 533 Warehouse Food Store ..............................................................................................548 534 Warehouse Showroom Store .....................................................................................550 537 Lodge .........................................................................................................................552 538 Guest Cottage ............................................................................................................554 539 Bed and Breakfast Inn ...............................................................................................556 540 Motel Room, 2 Story, Double Row ..........................................................................558 541 Motel Room, 2 Story, Single Row ............................................................................560 542 Motel Room, 1 Story, Double Row ..........................................................................561 543 Motel Room, 1 Story, Single Row ............................................................................563 544 Office-Apartment (Motel) .........................................................................................565 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit ......................................................................567 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit ..................................................................569 548 Urban Row House, Detached ....................................................................................571 549 Urban Row House (End Unit) ...................................................................................573 550 Urban Row House (Inside Unit) ................................................................................576 551 Rooming House .........................................................................................................578 552 Recreational Enclosure ..............................................................................................580 554 Shed Office Structure ................................................................................................582

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555 Light Commercial Arch-Rib, Quonset ......................................................................583 556 Bulk Oil Storage ........................................................................................................585 557 Farm Utility Arch-Rib, Quonset ................................................................................586 558 Farm Implement Arch-Rib, Quonset .........................................................................588 559 Stable, High Value ....................................................................................................590 560 Equestrian Lean-To ...................................................................................................592 561 Feeder Barn ...............................................................................................................593 562 Commodity Storage Shed, Farm ...............................................................................596 563 Bag Fertilizer Storage ................................................................................................597 564 Dehydrator Building ..................................................................................................598 565 Farm Utility Shelter ...................................................................................................599 566 Farm Sun Shade Shelter ............................................................................................600 567 Poultry House, Cage, Two Story ...............................................................................601 568 Poultry House, Cage, Elevated Two Story ................................................................603 569 Poultry House, Cage, Three Story .............................................................................606 570 Poultry House, Cage, Elevated One Story.................................................................608 571 Passenger Terminal ...................................................................................................611 573 Arcade .......................................................................................................................614 574 Visitor Center ............................................................................................................616 575 Dining Atrium ...........................................................................................................618 576 Atrium .......................................................................................................................620 577 Parking Levels ...........................................................................................................622 578 Mini Bank..................................................................................................................623 580 Truck Stop .................................................................................................................625 581 Post Office, Main ......................................................................................................627 582 Post Office, Branch ...................................................................................................629 583 Mail Processing Facility ............................................................................................631 584 Mega Warehouse .......................................................................................................633 585 Mechanical Penthouse ...............................................................................................634 586 Roadside Market .......................................................................................................636 587 Shell, Multiple Residence (Low Rise) ......................................................................638 588 Motel, Extended Stay ................................................................................................641 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise) .....................................................643 594 Hotel, Full Service ....................................................................................................646 595 Hotel, Limited Service ..............................................................................................648 596 Shell, Apartment (High Rise) ....................................................................................651 597 Mixed Retail with Office Units .................................................................................655 598 Relocatable Classroom ..............................................................................................656 599 Relocatable Office .....................................................................................................657 600 Administration Building............................................................................................658 700 Mall Anchor Department Store .................................................................................662 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex ............................................664 718 Banquet Hall ..............................................................................................................667 719 Modular Restaurant ...................................................................................................669

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720 Mega Warehouse Discount Store ..............................................................................670 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit ...................................................................................672 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit ................................................................................674 984 Luxury Apartment (High Rise) .................................................................................676 985 Senior Clubhouse Center...........................................................................................679 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit ..................................................................681 987 Interior Space, Multiple Residence (Low Rise) ........................................................683 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit .....................................................................684 989 Interior Space, Apartment (High Rise)......................................................................686 990 Interior Space, Neighborhood Shopping Center .......................................................688 991 Interior Space, Community Shopping Center ...........................................................688 992 Interior Space, Regional Shopping Center ................................................................688 993 Interior Space, Office Building .................................................................................688 994 Interior Space, Industrial Building ............................................................................690

Shopping Centers ...................................................................................................................692 Overview ...........................................................................................................................692 Complete Cost Occupancies .............................................................................................692 412 Neighborhood Shopping Center ................................................................................692 413 Community Shopping Center ....................................................................................695 414 Regional Shopping Center ........................................................................................698 Separate Shell and Tenant Improvement Occupancies .....................................................701 460 Shell, Neighborhood Shopping Center .....................................................................701 990 Interior Space, Neighborhood Shopping Center .......................................................701 461 Shell, Community Shopping Center .........................................................................704 991 Interior Space, Community Shopping Center ...........................................................704 462 Shell, Regional Shopping Center ..............................................................................707 992 Interior Space, Regional Shopping Center ................................................................707

Document Revision History ...................................................................................................711

Introduction

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Introduction

This Occupancy Reference contains listings and descriptions of the occupancies available in Commercial Estimator. It includes the following subsections:

A list of occupancies alphabetically by name (page 2).

A list of occupancies numerically by occupancy number (page 16).

A list of occupancies available in Agricultural Estimator (page 25).

A list of occupancies available for Elementary and Secondary Schools and for Colleges (page 29).

A description of each occupancy, organized numerically by occupancy number (page 31). This includes the following:

An indication of whether or not “Elevators by Area” are available for the occupancy.

A reference to the Marshall Valuation Service Calculator and Segregated Sections. For example, "Marshall Valuation Service sections: 11 and 41" indicates that the Calculator Section is 11 and the Segregated Section is 41.

A list of which of the programs the occupancy is available in (Commercial Estimator, Agricultural Estimator or both).

A table of Typical Lives for the cost ranks in each available class.

A “Rank Selection Guide” that lists types of Exterior Walls, Interior Finish, Lighting, Plumbing and Mechanical, and Heating and Cooling typically found at the most common ranks (qualities). Use this as an aid when selecting the overall rank for the building, and in determining what the default Exterior Walls and Heating/Cooling are for a given rank.

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Alphabetical Occupancy List

The following list contains the occupancies available in Commercial and Agricultural Estimators in alphabetical order by occupancy name. The columns on the left indicate if the occupancy is available in Commercial Estimator (CE) and Agricultural Estimator (AE) respectively.

CE AE Occupancy CE 600 Administration Building

AE 121 Air Curing Tobacco Barn CE 156 Alternative School CE 700 Anchor Department Store (Mall) CE AE 428 Arena, Horse CE AE 184 Arena Shelter CE 300 Apartment (High Rise) CE 989 Apartment (High Rise), Interior Space CE 596 Apartment (High Rise), Shell CE 984 Apartment, Luxury (High Rise) CE 573 Arcade CE AE 135 Arch-Rib Hoop Greenhouse, Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 141 Arch-Rib Hoop Greenhouse, Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 138 Arch-Rib Hoop Greenhouse, Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE 301 Armory CE 367 Arts and Crafts Building (College) CE 589 Assisted Living, Multiple Residence (Low Rise) CE 576 Atrium

AE 153 Attached Residential Garage CE 302 Auditorium CE 455 Auto Dealership, Complete CE 436 Automatic Car Wash CE 303 Automobile Showroom CE 410 Automotive Center CE AE 563 Bag Fertilizer Storage CE 304 Bank CE 443 Bank, Central CE 578 Bank, Mini

AE 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose AE 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose

CE 718 Banquet Hall CE 442 Bar/Tavern CE 384 Barber Shop CE AE 305 Barn

AE 182 Barn, Calving Shed AE 102 Barn, General Purpose



CE AE Occupancy AE 103 Barn, Special Purpose AE 100 Barn, Bank, General Purpose AE 101 Barn, Bank, Special Purpose AE 105 Barn, Confinement

CE AE 561 Barn, Feeder CE AE 398 Barn, Fruit Packing CE 396 Barn, Hog CE AE 397 Barn, Sheep CE AE 383 Barn, Tobacco

AE 121 Barn, Tobacco, Air Curing AE 122 Barn, Tobacco, Flue Curing AE 119 Barn, Turkey

CE 539 Bed and Breakfast Inn AE 131 Bin, Corn Crib

CE 467 Boat Storage Building CE 466 Boat Storage Shed CE 488 Bookstore (School) CE 306 Bowling Center CE 582 Branch Post Office CE 498 Broadcast Facility

AE 154 Built-in Residential Garage CE AE 420 Bulk Fertilizer Storage CE AE 556 Bulk Oil Storage CE AE 394 Cabin, Transient Labor CE 530 Cafeteria

AE 182 Calving Barn Shed CE 436 Car Wash, Automatic CE 508 Car Wash Canopy CE 435 Car Wash, Drive-Thru CE 434 Car Wash, Self-Serve CE 515 Casino CE 443 Central Bank CE 309 Church CE 173 Church Educational Wing CE 308 Church with Sunday School CE 310 City Club CE 368 Classroom (College) CE 356 Classroom (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 598 Classroom, Relocatable CE 158 Classroom, Special Education Classroom CE 444 Clinic, Dental CE 311 Clubhouse

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CE AE Occupancy CE 985 Clubhouse Center, Senior CE 441 Cocktail Lounge CE 447 Cold Storage Facility CE AE 448 Cold Storage, Farm CE 377 College (Entire) CE 555 Commercial Utility, Arch-Rib, Quonset CE 471 Commercial Utility Building, Light CE AE 477 Commodity Storage, Farm Utility CE AE 493 Commodity Storage, Flathouse CE AE 562 Commodity Storage Shed, Farm

AE 104 Commodity Warehouse CE 369 Commons (College) CE 357 Commons (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 514 Community Center CE 491 Community Service Building, Government CE 413 Community Shopping Center CE 991 Community Shopping Center, Interior Space CE 461 Community Shopping Center, Shell CE 497 Computer Center

AE 105 Confinement Barn AE 106 Controlled Atmosphere Storage

CE 313 Convalescent Hospital CE AE 419 Convenience Market CE 531 Convenience Store, Mini-Mart CE 482 Convention Center

AE 131 Corn Crib Bin CE AE 524 Corn Crib Building

AE 107 Corn Crib, Spaced Board AE 108 Corn Crib, Wire

CE 538 Cottage, Guest CE AE 450 Cotton Gin CE 314 Country Club CE AE 315 Creamery CE AE 316 Dairy CE 317 Dairy Sales Building CE 426 Day Care Center CE AE 564 Dehydrator Building CE 444 Dental Office/Clinic CE 318 Department Store CE 700 Department Store (Mall Anchor)

AE 152 Detached Residential Garage CE 575 Dining Atrium



CE AE Occupancy CE 513 Discount Shopping Center, Regional CE 319 Discount Store CE 458 Discount Store, Warehouse CE 320 Dispensary CE AE 407 Distribution Warehouse CE 321 Dormitory CE AE 393 Dormitory, Labor CE 435 Drive-Thru Car Wash CE 511 Drugstore CE 499 Dry Cleaners/Laundry CE 173 Educational Wing, Church CE 365 Elementary School (Entire) CE AE 480 Environmental Vegetable Building CE AE 160 Equipment and Machinery (non-building) CE 472 Equipment Shed CE 470 Equipment (Shop) Building CE 588 Extended Stay Motel CE AE 448 Farm Cold Storage CE AE 562 Farm Commodity Storage Shed CE AE 558 Farm Implement Arch-Rib, Quonset CE AE 476 Farm Implement Building CE AE 478 Farm Implement Shed CE AE 566 Farm Sun Shade Shelter CE AE 557 Farm Utility Arch-Rib, Quonset CE AE 477 Farm Utility Building

AE 124 Farm Utility Lean-to CE AE 565 Farm Utility Shelter CE AE 479 Farm Utility Storage Shed CE 349 Fast Food Restaurant

AE 180 Feed Handling and Mixing CE AE 561 Feeder Barn CE 516 Fellowship Hall CE AE 563 Fertilizer Storage, Bag CE AE 420 Fertilizer Storage, Bulk CE 486 Field House CE 355 Fine Arts and Crafts Building (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 322 Fire Station (Staffed) CE 427 Fire Station (Volunteer) CE 483 Fitness Center CE AE 493 Flathouse CE 532 Florist Shop

AE 122 Flue Curing Tobacco Barn

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CE AE Occupancy CE 465 Food Booth, Prefabricated CE 533 Food Store, Warehouse CE 323 Fraternal Building CE 324 Fraternity House CE AE 469 Freestall Barn CE AE 398 Fruit Packing Barn CE 594 Full Service Hotel CE 423 Garage, Mini-Lube CE 527 Garage, Municipal Service

AE 152 Garage, Residential, Detached AE 153 Garage, Residential, Attached AE 154 Garage, Residential, Built-in

CE 528 Garage, Service Repair CE 526 Garage, Service Shed CE 326 Garage, Storage

AE 100 General Purpose Bank Barn AE 102 General Purpose Barn

CE 523 Golf Cart Storage Building CE 183 Golf Starter Booth CE 491 Government Community Service Building CE 327 Governmental Building CE AE 493 Grain Storage, Flathouse CE AE 421 Grain Storage, Utility CE AE 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE AE 170 Greenhouse, Institutional, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 171 Greenhouse, Institutional, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 172 Greenhouse, Institutional, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE AE 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE AE 518 Greenhouse Lath Shade House CE AE 519 Greenhouse Shade Shelter CE AE 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE 424 Group Care Home CE 538 Guest Cottage CE 370 Gymnasium (College) CE 358 Gymnasium (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 417 Handball-Racquetball Club



CE AE Occupancy CE 329 Hangar, Maintenance and Office CE 328 Hangar, Storage CE 409 Hangar, T CE 418 Health Club CE 484 High School (Entire) CE 525 High Rise Mini Warehouse

AE 179 High Rise Town House, Detached AE 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit AE 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit

CE 396 Hog Barn AE 109 Hog Breeding AE 110 Hog Farrowing AE 111 Hog Finishing AE 112 Hog Nursery

CE AE 430 Hog Shed CE AE 429 Hog Shed, Modified CE 330 Home For The Elderly CE AE 135 Hoop Greenhouse, Arch-Rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 141 Hoop Greenhouse, Arch-Rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 138 Hoop Greenhouse, Arch-Rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE AE 134 Hoop Greenhouse, Modified, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 140 Hoop Greenhouse, Modified, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 137 Hoop Greenhouse, Modified, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE AE 428 Horse Arena CE 331 Hospital CE 381 Hospital, Veterinary CE 313 Hospital, Convalescent CE 594 Hotel, Full Service CE 595 Hotel, Limited Service

AE 155 Hunting Shelter AE 132 Individual Livestock Shelter

CE 416 Indoor Tennis Club CE 994 Industrial Building, Interior Space CE 454 Industrial Building, Shell CE 392 Industrial Engineering Building CE 453 Industrial Flex Building CE 495 Industrial Heavy Manufacturing CE AE 494 Industrial Light Manufacturing CE 539 Inn, Bed and Breakfast CE AE 170 Institutional Greenhouse, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 171 Institutional Greenhouse, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 172 Institutional Greenhouse, Large (over 9,000 square feet)

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CE AE Occupancy CE 989 Interior Space, Apartment (High Rise) CE 991 Interior Space, Community Shopping Center CE 994 Interior Space, Industrial Building CE 987 Interior Space, Multiple Residence (Low Rise) CE 990 Interior Space, Neighborhood Shopping Center CE 993 Interior Space, Office Building

AE 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit AE 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit

CE 992 Interior Space, Regional Shopping Center CE 335 Jail, Correctional Facility CE 489 Jail, Police Station CE 366 Junior High School (Entire) CE 490 Kennel CE 496 Laboratory CE AE 393 Labor Dormitory CE AE 518 Lath Shade House (Greenhouse) CE 336 Laundromat CE 499 Laundry/Dry Cleaners CE AE 560 Lean-To, Equestrian

AE 124 Lean-To, Farm Utility CE 371 Lecture Hall (College) CE 359 Lecture Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 372 Library, College CE 337 Library, Public CE 360 Library, Secondary Schools, Media Center CE 555 Light Commercial Arch-Rib, Quonset CE 471 Light Commercial Utility Building

AE 132 Livestock Shelter, Individual CE 537 Lodge CE 338 Loft

AE 445 Log Home CE 390 Lumber Storage Building, Vertical CE 339 Lumber Storage Shed, Horizontal CE 984 Luxury Apartment (High Rise) CE 512 Luxury Boutique CE AE 160 Machinery and Equipment (non-building) CE 583 Mail Processing Facility CE 581 Main Post Office CE 157 Maintenance Storage Building CE 700 Mall Anchor Department Store

AE 151 Manufactured Housing, Multi-Section AE 150 Manufactured Housing, Single Section



CE AE Occupancy CE 361 Manual Arts Building (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 340 Market CE AE 419 Market, Convenience CE 533 Market, Food Warehouse CE AE 586 Market, Roadside CE 446 Market, Super CE AE 473 Material Shelter CE 391 Material Storage Building CE 468 Material Storage Shed CE 585 Mechanical Penthouse CE 341 Medical Office CE 584 Mega Warehouse CE 720 Mega Warehouse Discount Store CE AE 440 Milkhouse

AE 114 Milkhouse Shed CE 578 Mini Bank CE 423 Mini-Lube Garage CE 531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store CE 386 Mini Warehouse CE 525 Mini Warehouse, High Rise CE 597 Mixed Retail with Office Units CE 459 Mixed Retail with Residential Units CE AE 429 Modified Hog Shed CE AE 134 Modified Hoop Greenhouse, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 140 Modified Hoop Greenhouse, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 137 Modified Hoop Greenhouse, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE 719 Modular Restaurant CE 342 Mortuary CE 343 Motel CE 588 Motel, Extended Stay CE 544 Motel, Office-Apartment CE 542 Motel Room, 1 Story, Double Row CE 543 Motel Room, 1 Story, Single Row CE 540 Motel Room, 2 Story, Double Row CE 541 Motel Room, 2 Story, Single Row CE 374 Multipurpose Building (College) CE 362 Multipurpose Building (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 352 Multiple Residence (Low Rise) CE 987 Multiple Residence (Low Rise), Interior Space CE 587 Multiple Residence (Low Rise), Shell CE 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise) CE 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex

Occupancy Reference


CE AE Occupancy CE 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise) CE 459 Multiple Residential Units Mixed with Retail

AE 151 Multi-Section Manufactured Housing CE 527 Municipal Service Garage CE 481 Museum CE 517 Narthex/Foyer CE 485 Natatorium CE 412 Neighborhood Shopping Center CE 990 Neighborhood Shopping Center, Interior Space CE 460 Neighborhood Shopping Center, Shell CE 544 Office-Apartment (Motel) CE 344 Office Building CE 993 Office Building, Interior Space CE 492 Office Building, Shell CE 444 Office, Dental CE 341 Office, Medical CE AE 599 Office, Relocatable CE AE 554 Office Shed CE 597 Office Units Mixed with Retail CE AE 556 Oil Storage, Bulk CE AE 162 Out Buildings (non-building) CE 431 Outpatient (Surgical) Center CE 577 Parking Levels CE 345 Parking Structure CE 388 Parking Structure, Underground CE 571 Passenger Terminal CE AE 174 Pavilon CE 585 Penthouse, Mechanical CE AE 161 Personal Property (non-building) CE 375 Physical Education Building (College) CE 363 Physical Education Building (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 581 Post Office, Main CE 582 Post Office, Branch CE AE 395 Potato Storage CE AE 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story CE AE 570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated CE AE 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story CE AE 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story CE AE 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated

AE 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story AE 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated AE 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story



CE AE Occupancy AE 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated AE 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder AE 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler

CE 465 Prefabricated Food Booth CE AE 133 Prefabricated Storage Shed CE 181 Prefabricated Storage Shed, Secure CE 583 Processing Facility, Mail CE AE 558 Quonset, Farm Implement Arch-Rib CE AE 557 Quonset, Farm Utility Arch-Rib CE 555 Quonset, Light Commercial Arch-Rib CE 417 Racquetball-Handball Club CE 552 Recreational Enclosure CE 348 Rectory CE 513 Regional Discount Shopping Center CE 414 Regional Shopping Center CE 992 Regional Shopping Center, Interior Space CE 462 Regional Shopping Center, Shell CE 598 Relocatable Classroom CE AE 599 Relocatable Office

AE 351 Residence, Single-Family AE 152 Residential Garage, Detached AE 153 Residential Garage, Attached AE 154 Residential Garage, Built-in

CE 530 Restaurant, Cafeteria CE 349 Restaurant, Fast Food CE 529 Restaurant, Snack Bar CE 350 Restaurant, Table Service CE 432 Restroom Building CE 597 Retail Mixed with Office Units CE 353 Retail Store CE 710 Retirement Community Complex (Multiple Residence) CE AE 586 Roadside Market CE 551 Rooming House CE 376 Science Building (College) CE 364 Science Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School)

AE 123 Seed Processing Storage CE 434 Self-Serve Car Wash

AE 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit AE 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit

CE 985 Senior Clubhouse Center CE 526 Service Garage Shed CE 528 Service Repair Garage

Occupancy Reference


CE AE Occupancy CE 408 Service Station CE AE 519 Shade Shelter (Greenhouse) CE 466 Shed, Boat Storage

AE 182 Shed, Calving Barn CE 472 Shed, Equipment CE AE 562 Shed, Farm Commodity Storage CE AE 478 Shed, Farm Implement CE AE 479 Shed, Farm Utility Storage CE AE 561 Shed, Feeder Barn CE AE 430 Shed, Hog

AE 113 Shed, Loafing CE 339 Shed, Lumber Storage, Horizontal CE 468 Shed, Material Storage

AE 114 Shed, Milkhouse CE AE 429 Shed, Modified Hog CE AE 554 Shed Office Structure CE 526 Shed, Service Garage

AE 120 Shed, Sheep CE AE 133 Shed, Storage, Prefabricated CE 181 Shed, Storage, Prefabricated, Secure CE 596 Shell, Apartment (High Rise) CE 461 Shell, Community Shopping Center CE 454 Shell, Industrial Building CE 587 Shell, Multiple Residence (Low Rise) CE 460 Shell, Neighborhood Shopping Center CE 492 Shell, Office Building CE 462 Shell, Regional Shopping Center

AE 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit AE 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit

CE AE 397 Sheep Barn CE AE 184 Shelter, Arena CE AE 565 Shelter, Farm Utility

AE 132 Shelter, Individual Livestock CE AE 566 Shelter, Farm Sun Shade CE AE 473 Shelter, Material CE 413 Shopping Center, Community CE 991 Shopping Center, Community, Interior Space CE 461 Shopping Center, Community, Shell CE 459 Shopping Center, Mixed with Residential Units CE 412 Shopping Center, Neighborhood CE 990 Shopping Center, Neighborhood, Interior Space CE 460 Shopping Center, Neighborhood, Shell



CE AE Occupancy CE 414 Shopping Center, Regional CE 513 Shopping Center, Regional Discount CE 992 Shopping Center, Regional, Interior Space CE 462 Shopping Center, Regional, Shell CE 403 Shower Building CE 303 Showroom, Automobile CE 534 Showroom Store, Warehouse

AE 351 Single-Family Residence AE 150 Single Section Manufactured Housing

CE AE 163 Site Improvements (non-building) CE 175 Skating Rink, Ice CE 176 Skating Rink, Roller CE 529 Snack Bar

AE 107 Spaced Board Corn Crib CE 158 Special Education Classrooms

AE 101 Special Purpose Bank Barn AE 103 Special Purpose Barn

CE AE 378 Stable CE AE 559 Stable, High-Value CE 183 Starter Booth, Golf CE AE 563 Storage, Bag Fertilizer CE AE 420 Storage, Bulk Fertilizer CE AE 556 Storage, Bulk Oil

AE 106 Storage, Controlled Atmosphere CE 470 Storage, Equipment Shop CE 447 Storage Facility, Cold CE AE 476 Storage, Farm Implement CE AE 477 Storage, Farm Utility CE AE 493 Storage, Flathouse CE 326 Storage Garage CE 523 Storage, Golf Cart Building CE AE 421 Storage, Grain CE 328 Storage Hangar CE 390 Storage, Lumber Building, Vertical CE 339 Storage, Lumber Shed, Horizontal CE 157 Storage, Maintenance Building CE 391 Storage, Material Building CE AE 395 Storage, Potato

AE 123 Storage, Seed Processing CE AE 133 Storage Shed, Prefabricated CE 181 Storage Shed, Prefabricated, Secure CE AE 406 Storage Warehouse

Occupancy Reference


CE AE Occupancy CE 318 Store, Department CE 700 Store, Department, Mall Anchor CE 319 Store, Discount CE 458 Store, Discount Warehouse CE 511 Store, Drug CE 533 Store, Food Warehouse CE 353 Store, Retail CE 534 Store, Warehouse Showroom CE AE 136 Straight Wall Greenhouse, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 142 Straight Wall Greenhouse, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 139 Straight Wall Greenhouse, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE 446 Supermarket CE 409 T-Hangar CE 442 Tavern/Bar CE 373 Technical Trades Building (College) CE 416 Tennis Club, Indoor CE 380 Theater, Cinema CE 379 Theater, Live Stage CE AE 383 Tobacco Barn

AE 121 Tobacco Barn, Air Curing AE 122 Tobacco Barn, Flue Curing

CE AE 456 Tool Shed AE 401 Town House, End Unit AE 179 Town House, High Rise, Detached AE 177 Town House, High Rise, End Unit AE 178 Town House, High Rise, Inside Unit AE 354 Town House, Inside Unit AE 988 Town House, Interior Space, End Unit AE 986 Town House, Interior Space, Inside Unit AE 546 Town House, Senior Citizen, End Unit AE 547 Town House, Senior Citizen, Inside Unit AE 774 Town House, Shell, End Unit AE 775 Town House, Shell, Inside Unit

CE AE 394 Transient Labor Cabin CE 387 Transit Warehouse CE 580 Truck Stop CE 185 Truck Wash

AE 119 Turkey Barn CE 388 Underground Parking Structure

AE 548 Urban Row House, Detached AE 549 Urban Row House, End Unit AE 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit



CE AE Occupancy CE AE 477 Utility Building, Farm CE 471 Utility Building, Light Commercial CE AE 480 Vegetable Building, Environmental CE 381 Veterinary Hospital CE 574 Visitor Center CE 487 Vocational School

AE 104 Warehouse, Commodity CE 458 Warehouse Discount Store CE AE 407 Warehouse, Distribution CE 533 Warehouse Food Store CE 525 Warehouse, High Rise Mini CE 584 Warehouse, Mega CE 386 Warehouse, Mini CE 534 Warehouse Showroom Store CE AE 406 Warehouse, Storage CE 387 Warehouse, Transit CE 127 Winery Shop

AE 108 Wire Corn Crib

Occupancy Reference


Numerical Occupancy List

The following list contains the occupancies available in Commercial Estimator and Agricultural Estimator in numerical order by occupancy number. The columns on the left indicate if the occupancy is available in Commercial Estimator (CE) and Agricultural Estimator (AE) respectively.

CE AE Occupancy AE 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose AE 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose AE 102 Barn, General Purpose AE 103 Barn, Special Purpose AE 104 Commodity Warehouse AE 105 Confinement Barn AE 106 Controlled Atmosphere Storage AE 107 Corn Crib, Spaced Board AE 108 Corn Crib, Wire AE 109 Hog Breeding AE 110 Hog Farrowing AE 111 Hog Finishing AE 112 Hog Nursery AE 113 Loafing Shed AE 114 Milkhouse Shed AE 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story AE 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story AE 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder AE 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler AE 119 Turkey Barn AE 120 Sheep Shed AE 121 Tobacco Barn, Air Curing AE 122 Tobacco Barn, Flue Curing AE 123 Seed Processing Storage AE 124 Lean-To, Farm Utility AE 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated AE 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated

CE 127 Winery Shop AE 131 Corn Crib Bin AE 132 Livestock Shelter, Individual

CE AE 133 Storage Shed, Prefabricated CE AE 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet)



CE AE Occupancy CE AE 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE AE 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE AE 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet)

AE 150 Manufactured Housing, Single Section AE 151 Manufactured Housing, Multi-Section AE 152 Residential Garage, Detached AE 153 Residential Garage, Attached AE 154 Residential Garage, Built-in AE 155 Hunting Shelter

CE 156 Alternative School CE 157 Maintenance Storage Building CE 158 Special Education Classrooms CE AE 160 Machinery and Equipment (non-building) CE AE 161 Personal Property (non-building) CE AE 162 Out Buildings (non-building) CE AE 163 Site Improvements (non-building) CE AE 170 Institutional Greenhouse, Small (under 4,500 square feet) CE AE 171 Institutional Greenhouse, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) CE AE 172 Institutional Greenhouse, Large (over 9,000 square feet) CE 173 Church Educational Wing CE AE 174 Pavilon CE 175 Skating Rink, Ice CE 176 Skating Rink, Roller

AE 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit AE 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit AE 179 High Rise Town House, Detached AE 180 Feed Handling and Mixing

CE 181 Secure Storage Shed, Prefabricated AE 182 Calving Barn Shed

CE 183 Golf Starter Booth CE AE 184 Arena Shelter CE 185 Truck Wash CE 300 Apartment (High Rise) CE 301 Armory CE 302 Auditorium CE 303 Automobile Showroom CE 304 Bank CE AE 305 Barn CE 306 Bowling Center CE 308 Church with Sunday School

Occupancy Reference


CE AE Occupancy CE 309 Church CE 310 City Club CE 311 Clubhouse CE 313 Convalescent Hospital CE 314 Country Club CE AE 315 Creamery CE AE 316 Dairy CE 317 Dairy Sales Building CE 318 Department Store CE 319 Discount Store CE 320 Dispensary CE 321 Dormitory CE 322 Fire Station, Staffed CE 323 Fraternal Building CE 324 Fraternity House CE 326 Storage Garage CE 327 Governmental Building CE 328 Storage Hangar CE 329 Hangar, Maintenance and Office CE 330 Home for the Elderly CE 331 Hospital CE 335 Jail, Correctional Facility CE 336 Laundromat CE 337 Library, Public CE 338 Loft CE 339 Lumber Storage Shed, Horizontal CE 340 Market CE 341 Medical Office CE 342 Mortuary CE 343 Motel CE 344 Office Building CE 345 Parking Structure CE 348 Rectory CE 349 Fast Food Restaurant CE 350 Restaurant

AE 351 Single-Family Residence CE 352 Multiple Residence, Low Rise CE 353 Retail Store

AE 354 Town House, Inside Unit CE 355 Fine Arts and Crafts Building (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 356 Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 357 Commons (Elementary and Secondary School)



CE AE Occupancy CE 358 Gymnasium (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 359 Lecture Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 360 Library, Media Center (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 361 Manual Arts Building (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 362 Multipurpose Building (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 363 Physical Education Building (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 364 Science Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School) CE 365 Elementary School (Entire) CE 366 Junior High School (Entire) CE 367 Arts and Crafts Building (College) CE 368 Classrooms (College) CE 369 Commons (College) CE 370 Gymnasium (College) CE 371 Lecture Hall (College) CE 372 Library (College) CE 373 Technical Trades Building (College) CE 374 Multipurpose Building (College) CE 375 Physical Education Building (College) CE 376 Science Building (College) CE 377 College (Entire) CE AE 378 Stable CE 379 Theater, Live Stage CE 380 Theater, Cinema CE 381 Veterinary Hospital CE AE 383 Tobacco Barn CE 384 Barber Shop CE 386 Mini Warehouse CE 387 Transit Warehouse CE 388 Underground Parking Structure CE 390 Lumber Storage Building, Vertical CE 391 Material Storage Building CE 392 Industrial Engineering Building CE AE 393 Labor Dormitory CE AE 394 Transient Labor Cabin CE AE 395 Potato Storage CE 396 Hog Barn CE AE 397 Sheep Barn CE AE 398 Fruit Packing Barn

AE 401 Town House (End Unit) CE 403 Shower Building CE AE 406 Storage Warehouse CE AE 407 Distribution Warehouse

Occupancy Reference


CE AE Occupancy CE 408 Service Station CE 409 T-Hangar CE 410 Automotive Center CE 412 Neighborhood Shopping Center CE 413 Community Shopping Center CE 414 Regional Shopping Center CE 416 Indoor Tennis Club CE 417 Racquetball-Handball Club CE 418 Health Club CE AE 419 Convenience Market CE AE 420 Bulk Fertilizer Storage CE AE 421 Grain Storage, Utility CE 423 Mini-Lube Garage CE 424 Group Care Home CE 426 Day Care Center CE 427 Fire Station (Volunteer) CE AE 428 Horse Arena CE AE 429 Modified Hog Shed CE AE 430 Hog Shed CE 431 Outpatient (Surgical) Center CE 432 Restroom Building CE 434 Car Wash, Self-Serve CE 435 Car Wash, Drive-Thru CE 436 Car Wash, Automatic CE AE 440 Milkhouse CE 441 Cocktail Lounge CE 442 Bar/Tavern CE 443 Central Bank CE 444 Dental Office/Clinic CE AE 445 Log Home CE 446 Supermarket CE 447 Cold Storage Facility CE AE 448 Cold Storage, Farm CE AE 450 Cotton Gin CE 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise) CE 453 Industrial Flex Building CE 454 Shell, Industrial Building CE 455 Auto Dealership, Complete CE AE 456 Tool Shed CE 458 Warehouse Discount Store CE 459 Mixed Retail with Residential Units CE 460 Shell, Neighborhood Shopping Center



CE AE Occupancy CE 461 Shell, Community Shopping Center CE 462 Shell, Regional Shopping Center CE 465 Food Booth, Prefabricated CE 466 Boat Storage Shed CE 467 Boat Storage Building CE 468 Material Storage Shed CE AE 469 Freestall Barn CE 470 Equipment (Shop) Building CE 471 Light Commercial Utility Building CE 472 Equipment Shed CE AE 473 Material Shelter CE AE 474 Poultry House, Enclosed Cage Operation, One Story CE AE 476 Farm Implement Building CE AE 477 Farm Utility Building CE AE 478 Farm Implement Shed CE AE 479 Farm Utility Storage Shed CE AE 480 Vegetable Building, Environmental CE 481 Museum CE 482 Convention Center CE 483 Fitness Center CE 484 High School (Entire) CE 485 Natatorium CE 486 Field House CE 487 Vocational School CE 488 Bookstore (School) CE 489 Jail, Police Station CE 490 Kennel CE 491 Government Community Service Building CE 492 Shell, Office Building CE AE 493 Flathouse CE AE 494 Industrial Light Manufacturing CE 495 Industrial Heavy Manufacturing CE 496 Laboratory CE 497 Computer Center CE 498 Broadcast Facility CE 499 Dry Cleaners/Laundry CE 508 Car Wash Canopy CE 511 Drugstore CE 512 Luxury Boutique CE 513 Regional Discount Shopping Center CE 514 Community Center CE 515 Casino

Occupancy Reference


CE AE Occupancy CE 516 Fellowship Hall CE 517 Narthex/Foyer CE AE 518 Greenhouse Lath Shade House CE AE 519 Greenhouse Shade Shelter CE 523 Golf Cart Storage Building CE AE 524 Corn Crib Building CE 525 Mini Warehouse, High Rise CE 526 Service Garage Shed CE 527 Municipal Service Garage CE 528 Service Repair Garage CE 529 Snack Bar CE 530 Cafeteria CE 531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store CE 532 Florist Shop CE 533 Warehouse Food Store CE 534 Warehouse Showroom Store CE 537 Lodge CE 538 Guest Cottage CE 539 Bed and Breakfast Inn CE 540 Motel Room, 2 Story, Double Row CE 541 Motel Room, 2 Story, Single Row CE 542 Motel Room, 1 Story, Double Row CE 543 Motel Room, 1 Story, Single Row CE 544 Office-Apartment (Motel)

AE 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit AE 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit AE 548 Urban Row House, Detached AE 549 Urban Row House, End Unit AE 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit

CE 551 Rooming House CE 552 Recreational Enclosure CE 554 Shed Office Structure CE AE 555 Light Commercial Arch-Rib, Quonset CE 556 Bulk Oil Storage CE AE 557 Farm Utility Arch-Rib, Quonset CE AE 558 Farm Implement Arch-Rib, Quonset CE AE 559 Stables, High-Value CE AE 560 Equestrian Lean-To CE AE 561 Feeder Barn CE AE 562 Commodity Storage Shed, Farm CE AE 563 Bag Fertilizer Storage CE AE 564 Dehydrator Building



CE AE Occupancy CE AE 565 Farm Utility Shelter CE AE 566 Farm Sun Shade Shelter CE AE 567 Poultry House, Cage, Two Story CE AE 568 Poultry House, Cage, Elevated Two Story CE AE 569 Poultry House, Cage, Three Story CE AE 570 Poultry House, Cage, Elevated One Story CE 571 Passenger Terminal CE 573 Arcade CE 574 Visitor Center CE 575 Dining Atrium CE 576 Atrium CE 577 Parking Levels CE 578 Mini Bank CE 580 Truck Stop CE 581 Post Office, Main CE 582 Post Office, Branch CE 583 Mail Processing Facility CE 584 Mega Warehouse CE 585 Mechanical Penthouse CE AE 586 Roadside Market CE 587 Shell, Multiple Residence (Low Rise) CE 588 Motel, Extended Stay CE 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise) CE 594 Hotel, Full Service CE 595 Hotel, Limited Service CE 596 Shell, Apartment (High Rise) CE 597 Mixed Retail with Office Units CE 598 Relocatable Classroom CE AE 599 Relocatable Office CE 600 Administration Building CE 700 Mall Anchor Department Store CE 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex CE 718 Banquet Hall CE 719 Modular Restaurant CE 720 Mega Warehouse Discount Store

AE 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit AE 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit

CE 984 Luxury Apartment (High Rise) CE 985 Senior Clubhouse Center

AE 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit AE 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit

CE 987 Interior Space, Multiple Residence (Low Rise)

Occupancy Reference


CE AE Occupancy CE 989 Interior Space, Apartment (High Rise) CE 990 Interior Space, Neighborhood Shopping Center CE 991 Interior Space, Community Shopping Center CE 992 Interior Space, Regional Shopping Center CE 993 Interior Space, Office Building CE 994 Interior Space, Industrial Building

Agricultural Estimator Occupancies



The following occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator. Where indicated, they are also available in Commercial Estimator.

Dairy

100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 182 Calving Barn 105 Confinement Barn 316 Dairy (CE Also) 561 Feeder Barn (CE Also) 469 Freestall Barn 113 Loafing Shed 440 Milkhouse (CE Also) 114 Milkhouse Shed

Poultry

570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated (CE Also) 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story (CE Also) 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated (CE Also) 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story (CE Also) 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated (CE Also) 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated (CE Also) 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn

Swine

109 Hog Breeding 110 Hog Farrowing 111 Hog Finishing 112 Hog Nursery 396 Hog Barn (CE Also) 430 Hog Shed (CE Also) 429 Hog Shed, Modified (CE Also)

Occupancy Reference


Sheep

397 Sheep Barn (CE Also) 120 Sheep Shed

Equestrian

184 Arena Shelter (CE Also) 428 Horse Arena (CE Also) 560 Equestrian Lean-To (CE Also) 378 Stable (CE Also) 559 Stable, High-Value (CE Also)

Storage, Sheds & Utility Buildings

563 Bag Fertilizer Storage (CE Also) 420 Bulk Fertilizer Storage (CE Also) 448 Cold Storage, Farm (CE Also) 104 Commodity Warehouse 106 Controlled Atmosphere Storage 107 Corn Crib - Spaced Board 108 Corn Crib - Wire 450 Cotton Gin (CE Also) 564 Dehydrator Building (CE Also) 470 Equipment (Shop) Building (CE Also) 472 Equipment Shed (CE Also) 562 Farm Commodity Storage Shed (CE Also) 558 Farm Implement Arch-Rib, Quonset (CE Also) 476 Farm Implement Building (CE Also) 478 Farm Implement Shed (CE Also) 566 Farm Sun Shade Shelter (CE Also) 557 Farm Utility Arch-Rib, Quonset (CE Also) 477 Farm Utility Building (CE Also) 565 Farm Utility Shelter (CE Also) 479 Farm Utility Storage Shed (CE Also) 180 Feed Handling and Mixing 493 Flathouse (CE Also) 398 Fruit Packing Barn (CE Also) 421 Grain Storage (CE Also) 124 Lean-To, Farm Utility 473 Material Shelter (CE Also) 391 Material Storage Building (CE Also) 468 Material Storage Shed (CE Also) 395 Potato Storage (CE Also) 123 Seed Processing Storage



554 Shed Office Structure (CE Also) 121 Tobacco Barn, Air Curing 122 Tobacco Barn, Flue Curing 456 Tool Shed (CE Also) 480 Vegetable Storage (CE Also)

Greenhouses

135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Small (CE Also) (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Medium (CE Also) (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Large (CE Also) (over 9,000 square feet) 170 Greenhouse, Institutional, Small (CE Also) (under 4,500 square feet) 171 Greenhouse, Institutional, Medium (CE Also) (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 172 Greenhouse, Institutional, Large (CE Also) (over 9,000 square feet) 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (CE Also) (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (CE Also) (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (CE Also) (over 9,000 square feet) 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (CE Also) (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (CE Also) (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (CE Also) (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse Lath Shade House (CE Also) 519 Greenhouse Shade Shelter (CE Also)

Residential

351 Single-Family Residence 155 Hunting Shelter 393 Labor Dormitory (CE Also) 445 Log Home 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit 179 High Rise Town House, Detached 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit 394 Transient Labor Cabin (CE Also)

Occupancy Reference


150 Manufactured Housing, Single Section 151 Manufactured Housing, Multi-Section 152 Residential Garage, Detached 153 Residential Garage, Attached 154 Residential Garage, Built-in

Commercial & Miscellaneous

419 Convenience Market (CE Also) 315 Creamery (CE Also) 494 Industrial Light Manufacturing (CE Also) 490 Kennel (CE Also) 599 Relocatable Office (CE Also) 554 Shed Office Structure (CE Also) 328 Storage Hangar (CE Also) 381 Veterinary Hospital (CE Also) 406 Warehouse, Storage (CE Also) 407 Warehouse, Distribution (CE Also)

Non-Building Occupancies

160 Machinery and Equipment (CE Also) 161 Personal Property (CE Also) 162 Out Buildings (CE Also) 163 Site Improvements (CE Also)

College Occupancies


School Occupancies

The following pages contain list of the occupancies for Elementary and Secondary Schools and for Colleges.

Elementary and Secondary School Occupancies

The available elementary and secondary school occupancies are:

302 Auditorium 488 Bookstore (School) 356 Classroom 598 Classroom, Relocatable 357 Commons 426 Day Care Center 365 Elementary School (Entire) 355 Fine Arts and Crafts Building 358 Gymnasium 484 High School (Entire) 360 Media Center Library 359 Lecture Classrooms 361 Manual Arts Building 362 Multipurpose Building 363 Physical Education Building 432 Restroom Building 364 Science Classrooms 366 Junior High School (Entire) 403 Shower Building 487 Vocational School (Entire)

Occupancy Reference


College Occupancies

The available college occupancies are:

367 Arts and Crafts Building 302 Auditorium 488 Bookstore (School) 530 Cafeteria 368 Classroom 377 College (Entire) 369 Commons 320 Dispensary 321 Dormitory 486 Field Houses 324 Fraternity House 370 Gymnasium 371 Lecture Hall 372 Library 374 Multipurpose Building 481 Museum 485 Natatorium 345 Parking Structure 375 Physical Education Building 432 Restroom Building 376 Science Building 403 Shower Building 373 Technical Trades Building

Occupancy Descriptions



The following pages contain descriptions of each occupancy available in Commercial Estimator, in order numerically by occupancy number.

The descriptions include a table of Typical Lives for the occupancy. This table indicates the recommended life expectancies, in years, for each class available for the occupancy. You can use these life expectancies when determining the effective age of a building. See the discussion of effective age in the Worksheet Reference section for further details.

The Typical Lives are based on appraisers' opinions and studies of actual mortality. They do not include cases of mortality from economic obsolescence or poor business management. Some occupancies, such as hotels and fast food restaurants, are completely remodeled or rebuilt long before the end of their useful lives. In these cases, you must carefully consider the purpose of the value sought before establishing effective age.

The descriptions include some occupancies that are obsolete. These occupancies have been replaced by two or more new occupancies. For example, occupancy 334 (Industrial Manufacturing) has been replaced by the occupancies 494 (Industrial Light Manufacturing) and 495 (Industrial Heavy Manufacturing). The descriptions for the obsolete occupancies include the names and occupancy numbers of the new occupancies that replaced them. The obsolete occupancies are included here for reference use with previously saved estimates. You should always use these new occupancies, and should convert saved estimates that use them to the appropriate new occupancies.

100 Bank Barn, General Purpose

These are two-story multipurpose buildings that may include livestock stalls and hay/grain storage. Common roof types are shed or gable, and are sometimes referred to as “flat roofed” barns. Lower quality barns may have dirt ground floors with wood floors on the upper level, and a few stalls. Higher quality barns may include lighting, plumbing, interior partitions, large openings, and plank or concrete floor systems.

For a barn hayloft floor, use mezzanine component 766 (Loft Floor/Farm Storage).

The cost does not include lofts.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 113 Loafing Shed 114 Milkhouse Shed

Occupancy Reference


The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 316 Dairy 561 Feeder Barn 469 Freestall Barn 440 Milkhouse

Availability of Elevators by Area for this occupancy: No

Marshall Valuation Service sections: 17 and 47.

Occupancy Availability: Agricultural Estimator only.

Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 20 15 -- -- 15 -- -- Average -- -- 30 25 -- -- 25 -- -- Good -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 -- -- Excellent -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 -- --

Rank Selection Guide

Class C (Masonry Bearing Walls)

Rank Exterior Walls Interior Finish Mechanicals HVAC

Low Concrete block, structural clay tile, light shed or gable roof

Unfinished, dirt floor, upper-level wood floor, few stalls

None None

Average Brick, concrete block, structural clay tile, few windows, “flat roofed”

Some slab, wood floor, some partitions and stalls, feed room

Minimum electrical and water outlets

None

Good Block or structural tile, some windows, good gable roof and trim

Concrete, good plank floors, stalls and feed room

Adequate lights and outlets, water service and drains

None



Class D (Wood or Steel Framed Exterior Walls)


Low Light wood frame and shed or gable roof structure, board siding

Unfinished, dirt floor, upper-level wood floor, few stalls

None None

Average Wood frame, board and batten or low-cost siding, few windows



None

Good Lap siding, windows, good frame and gable roof structure

Some wainscot, good plank and concrete floors, stalls, feed room


None

Class P (Pole Frame)


Low Pole frame, metal siding, light roof

Unfinished, dirt, wood floor, few stalls

None None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, few windows or shutters, “flat roofed”



None

Good Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, good gable roof and trim

Concrete and plank floors, stalls, feed room, interior sheathing


None

101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose

These are two-story dairy facility buildings that may include livestock stalls and hay/grain storage. Common roof types are gambrel or arch to allow for loft areas. Higher quality barns will include lighting, milk storage, plumbing, interior partitions, large openings, and plank or concrete floor systems. Lower qualities are milking barns only and may have some slab ground floors with wood floors on the upper level and gable roofs.



The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose

Occupancy Reference


102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 113 Loafing Shed 114 Milkhouse Shed









Low Brick, concrete block, structural clay tile, gable or light gambrel roof

Unfinished, some slab, wood upper floor, stalls, feed room, milking only

Adequate electrical and water outlets

None

Average Block or structural tile, some windows, arch or gambrel roof

Concrete and wood floors, good stalls, feed room and milking

Lighting and power wiring, water service and drains

None

Good Brick or block, good fenestration, good gambrel roof and trim

Painted, concrete and plank floors, good stalls, dairy facilities, storage

Good wiring, water and power outlets, restroom

None




Excellent Decorative block, tile, arches, cupolas, gambrel roof, dormers

Plaster wainscot in cooler and washroom, good concrete and plank floors

Good lighting and plumbing, hot water, milk piping

None



Low Wood frame, board and batten or siding, few windows, gable roof

Some slab, wood upper floor, partitions, stalls, feed room, milking only


None

Average Lap siding, windows, heavy frame and roof structure, gambrel roof

Some wainscot, plank and concrete floors, good stalls, feed room


None

Good Good siding or brick veneer, heavy frame and roof structure

T&G wainscot, concrete and plank floors, good stalls and dairy facilities


None

Excellent Best sidings or veneer, good gambrel roof, arches, cupolas, dormers

Plaster wainscot in cooler and washroom, good concrete and plank floors


None



Low Pole frame, metal siding, few windows or shutters, good gable roof

Some slab, wood upper floor, partitions, stalls, feed room, milking only


None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, good arch or gambrel roof

Concrete and plank floors, good stalls, feed room, interior sheathing


None

Occupancy Reference


102 Barn, General Purpose

These are one-story multipurpose buildings that may include livestock stalls and hay/grain storage. Common roof types are shed or gable, and are sometimes referred to as “flat roofed” barns. Lower quality barns may have dirt floors and few stalls, while higher quality barns may include lighting, plumbing, interior partitions, large openings, and plank or concrete floor systems.



The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 113 Loafing Shed 114 Milkhouse Shed





Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 20 15 -- -- 15 15 -- Average -- -- 30 25 -- -- 25 25 -- Good -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 30 -- Excellent -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 30 --






Low Concrete block, light shed or gable roof, asphalt shingles

Unfinished, dirt floor, few cheap stalls

None None

Average Brick, concrete block, structural clay tile, few windows, “flat roofed”

Unfinished, some slab or wood floor, stalls

Few electrical outlets and hose bibs

None

Good Block or structural tile, some windows, good gable roof and trim

Concrete floor, stalls and feed room


None



Low Light wood frame and shed or gable roof structure, board siding


None None


Some floor, few partitions and stalls, feed room


None

Good Lap siding, windows, good frame and gable roof structure

Some wainscot, plank or concrete floors, stalls, feed room

Adequate lights and outlets, water service, drains

None



Low Pole frame, metal siding, light roof


None None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, few windows or shutters, “flat roofed”



None

Occupancy Reference



Good Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, good gable roof and trim

Concrete or plank floors, stalls, feed room, interior sheathing


None

Class S (Metal Frame and Walls)


Low Steel siding and frame, light roof


None None

Average Steel siding and frame, few windows or shutters, “flat roofed”



None

Good Steel panels on steel frame, insulated, good gable roof and trim

Plank or concrete floors, stalls, feed room, interior sheathing


None

103 Barn, Special Purpose

These are one-story dairy facility buildings that may include livestock stalls and hay/grain storage. Common roof types are gambrel or arch to allow for loft areas. Higher quality barns will include lighting, milk storage, plumbing, interior partitions, large openings, and plank or concrete floor systems. Lower qualities are milking barns only and may have some dirt floors and gable roofs.



The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 113 Loafing Shed 114 Milkhouse Shed

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 316 Dairy



561 Feeder Barn 469 Freestall Barn 440 Milkhouse








Low Brick, concrete block, structural clay tile, good gable or light gambrel

Unfinished, some slab or wood floor, few stalls, feed room, milk barn only


None

Average Block or structural tile, some windows, arch or gambrel roof

Concrete floor, stalls and feed room, good milking


None

Good Brick or block, good fenestration, good gambrel roof and trim

Painted, concrete floor, good stalls and dairy facilities, storage


None

Excellent Decorative block, tile, arches, cupolas, gambrel roof, dormers

Plaster wainscot in cooler and washroom, good concrete floor


None

Occupancy Reference




Low Wood frame, board and batten or siding, few windows, gable roof

Some floor, few partitions and stalls, feed room, milking barn only


None

Average Lap siding, windows, heavy frame and roof structure, gambrel roof

Some wainscot, plank or concrete floors, stalls, feed room, good milking


None

Good Good siding or brick veneer, heavy frame and roof structure

T&G wainscot, concrete floor, good stalls and dairy facilities, storage


None

Excellent Best sidings or veneer, good gambrel roof, arches, cupolas, dormers



None



Low Pole frame, metal siding, few windows or shutters, good gable roof

Some floor, few partitions and stalls, feed room, milking barn only


None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, good arch or gambrel-style roof



None

104 Commodity Warehouse

Commodity warehouses are light commercial utility buildings that are generally of lighter construction than typical warehouse buildings. They are typically used for the bulk storage of agricultural products such as baled cotton, etc. Walls are either block or some type of metal or wood over the frame. Roof systems are either steel or wood, and the floors are concrete.

Small office areas with heating can be found at the better qualities.






Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 25 20 -- -- 20 20 20 Average -- -- 30 25 -- -- 25 25 25 Good -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 30 30 Excellent -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 30 30




Average Concrete block, light roof, overhead doors

Unfinished, concrete floor, minimum office

Adequate lighting and water outlets, few fixtures

Electric wall heaters

Good Concrete block, low-cost brick, wood rafters, roll-up doors

Small office, good slab floor, few extras

Good lighting, adequate plumbing

Space heaters



Low Wood frame, board siding

Unfinished, light slab/asphalt

Minimum electric service

None

Average Open wood frame, exposed siding or stucco, overhead doors




Good Heavy wood frame, siding or stucco, roll-up doors



Space heaters



Low Light pole frame, metal siding



None

Occupancy Reference



Average Pre-engineered pole frame, metal siding, overhead doors




Good Good pole frame, color siding, roll-up doors, some trim



Space heaters



Low Light steel frame, siding



None

Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, overhead doors




Good Good frame, color siding, roll-up doors, some trim



Space heaters

Class W (Slant Wall)





None

Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, end doors




Good Good slant frame, color siding, roll-up doors, some trim



Space heaters

105 Confinement Barn

These are typically large enclosed structures providing for the care and housing of cows or cattle. The low quality structures have dirt floors and natural ventilated sidewalls. The average quality structures are environmental barns with feed areas and include some concrete alleyways.

For slotted floors use one of the following: Finished Basement for Deep Pit/Tractor Access



Semi-finished Basement for Shallow Pit/Scraper Alley Unfinished Basement for Flush Pit

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 113 Loafing Shed 114 Milkhouse Shed





Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 15 15 -- 15 15 -- Average -- -- -- 25 25 -- 25 25 -- Good -- -- -- 30 30 -- 30 30 -- Excellent -- -- -- 30 30 -- 30 30 --




Low Boards or plywood, on box frame, some insulation, curtains or vents

Unfinished, dirt floor Minimum lighting and water service

None

Average Wood siding and frame, fully insulated and ventilated

Some paved alleyways, wainscot, dirt stalls, or pens

Adequate lighting, water service

None

Occupancy Reference


Class H (Hoop Frame)


Low Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop frame, fabric cover, end curtains

Some wainscot, dirt floor, calf pens

Minimum water service, feed, not automated

None



Low Pole frame, metal siding, some insulation, side curtains or vents


None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, fully insulated, ventilated


Adequate lighting and water service

None



Low Steel siding and frame, some insulation, side curtains or vents


None

Average Steel panels and frame, fully insulated, ventilated



None

106 Controlled Atmosphere Storage

For Controlled Atmosphere HVAC, use the following HVAC types: 626 Conditioned Air 628 High to Precise Humidity and Cooling 629 Warm and Cooled Air










Average Block, tilt-up, light construction, sealed ceiling insulation

Controlled atmosphere storage, sealed rooms, double slab

Adequate electrical and water service

None



Average Stucco or siding on wood, sealed ceiling insulation



None



Average Pole frame, metal siding, lined, sealed ceiling insulation



None



Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, lined, sealed ceiling insulation



None

Occupancy Reference


107 Corn Crib, Spaced Board

Corn crib buildings are for the dry storage of corn on the cob. Walls are spaced boards on a wood skeleton frame. The costs include a concrete slab or wood plank floor. There is no electrical or water service.

For a storage bin loft floor, use mezzanine component 766 (Loft Floor/Farm Storage).

Note: Exterior wall choices are not available for this occupancy.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 15 -- -- -- -- -- Average -- -- -- 20 -- -- -- -- -- Good -- -- -- 20 -- -- -- -- -- Excellent -- -- -- 25 -- -- -- -- --




Average Wood skeleton, spaced boards

Concrete slab or wood plank

None None

Good Wood skeleton frame, spaced boards, gable roof

Concrete slab or wood plank, drive-through alley

Minimum lighting None

108 Corn Crib, Wire

Corn crib buildings are for the dry storage of corn on the cob. Walls are wire mesh on a wood skeleton frame. The costs include a concrete slab or wood plank floor. There is no electrical or water service.











Average Wood skeleton frame, wire mesh


None None

Good Wood skeleton frame, wire mesh, gable roof

Concrete slab or wood plank, drive-through alley

Minimum lighting

109 Hog Breeding

These structures are designed for the breeding and gestation cycle of swine production. The low cost building has open sidewall curtains, while the better buildings are a fully enclosed environmental structure. Costs include concrete floors and subdivided spaces. Most have some type of flushing system.

For slotted floors use one of the following: Finished Basement for Deep Pit/Tractor Access Semi-finished Basement for Shallow Pit/Scraper Alley Unfinished Basement for Flush Pit

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 110 Hog Farrowing 111 Hog Finishing 112 Hog Nursery

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 396 Hog Barn 430 Hog Shed 429 Hog Shed, Modified

Occupancy Reference









Low Block or structural tile, side curtains or vents

Unfinished, slab floor, some division of space

Minimum lighting and water service

None

Average Block or structural tile, adequate fenestration, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, slab, some division of space


None

Good Brick or block, good ventilation and fenestration

Insulated, slab floor, subdivided

Good lighting and water service

None



Lowest Low-cost boards, natural ventilation

Slab floor, some subdivision

Minimum services None

Low Boards or plywood, on box frame, some insulation, curtains or vents

Some wainscot, slab floor, some division of space


None



Average Stucco or wood siding, insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, slab floor, some subdivision


None

Good Wood siding or stucco, good ventilation and fenestration



None



Lowest Metal on pole, natural ventilation






None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, ventilated



None

Good Pole frame, metal siding, fully insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided


None



Lowest Metal on steel, natural ventilation






None

Average Steel siding and frame, insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, slab, some division of space


None

Occupancy Reference


Good Steel panels and frame, fully insulated, ventilated



None

110 Hog Farrowing

These structures are designed for the farrowing or birth and nursing cycle of swine production. The lowest cost buildings have open curtain sidewalls, while the better buildings are totally enclosed environmental structures. Costs include concrete floors and the subdivision of spaces. Most have some type of flushing system.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 109 Hog Breeding 111 Hog Finishing 112 Hog Nursery











Low Block, side curtains or vents

Some insulation, slab, subdivided


Average Brick or block, adequate fenestration, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, slab floor, subdivided


None




None



Low Wood, side curtains or vents



Average Wood siding or stucco, adequate fenestration, ventilated



None




None




Slab floor, subdivided Minimum services None

Low Metal, side curtains or vents






None

Occupancy Reference



Good Pole frame, metal siding, fully insulated and ventilated



None




Slab floor, subdivided Minimum services None

Low Steel, side curtains or vents



Average Steel panels and frame, insulated, ventilated



None

Good Steel panels and frame, fully insulated and ventilated



None

111 Hog Finishing

These structures are designed for the growing/finishing or fattening cycle of swine production. The cheap structure is an open, natural ventilated, dirt floor facility, while the average structure is a fully ventilated environmental facility that is subdivided and concrete floored. Most have some type of flushing system.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 109 Hog Breeding 110 Hog Farrowing 112 Hog Nursery 132 Livestock Shelter, Individual











Lowest Cheap block, natural ventilation

Unfinished, dirt floor, no curtains


Low Block or structural tile, little fenestration, ventilated, side curtains or vents

Unfinished, partial floor, some division of space


None

Average Block or structural tile, adequate fenestration, fully ventilated

Insulated ceiling, slab, some division of space


None



Lowest Low-cost boards, natural ventilation



Low Boards or plywood on box frame, some insulation, side curtains/vents

Some wainscot, some slab floor, some division of space


None

Occupancy Reference



Average Stucco or wood siding, insulated, fully ventilated



None







Some wainscot, partial floor, some division of space


None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, fully ventilated



None









None

Average Steel siding and frame, insulated, fully ventilated

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, slab, some division of space


None

112 Hog Nursery

These structures are designed for the weaned pig cycle of swine production, and the care and treatment of newborn or sick swine. This facility may also include a small office and an examination and simple nursing/lab area in the better qualities. These building are fully floored and ventilated. These structures may have some type of flushing system.




The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 109 Hog Breeding 110 Hog Farrowing 111 Hog Finishing









Average Brick or block, insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, slab floor, subdivided, small office, nursery


None


Insulated, slab floor, subdivided, office, nursery

Good lighting and plumbing, lab

None

Occupancy Reference




Average Wood siding or stucco, insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, slab floor, subdivided, small office, nursery


None




None




Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, small office

Adequate lighting and water service, nursery

None


Insulated, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, office, nursery


None



Average Steel panels and frame, insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, small office

Adequate lighting and water service, nursery

None


Insulated, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, office, nursery


None

113 Loafing Shed

These sheds are designed as a livestock shelter. They are an open front shed with wood or metal siding attached to wood posts or a steel frame, and a dirt floor. The walls have rub boards but no vents or doors. Feeders or water are not included.



For this occupancy, which may have one or more open sides, you should always enter the actual walled perimeter. If the shape option is used, the program calculates perimeter based on a three-sided structure.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 114 Milkhouse Shed





Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 15 -- -- 15 15 -- Average -- -- -- 15 -- -- 15 15 -- Good -- -- -- 20 -- -- 20 20 -- Excellent -- -- -- 20 -- -- 20 20 --




Low Open one side, light plywood on post frame

Unfinished, no doors or vents, dirt floor, rub boards

None None

Average Open one side, light plywood on box frame


None None

Occupancy Reference



Good Open one side, plywood or boards on timber frame


None None



Low Open one side, metal on pole frame


None None



Low Open one side, steel frame and siding


None None

114 Milkhouse Shed

These structures are small three-sided sheds used only for the cooling and short-term storage of milk, and are usually attached to a special purpose dairy barn. The floors are concrete, and they have adequate electrical and plumbing.

For this occupancy, which may have one or more attached sides, you should always enter the actual walled perimeter. If the shape option is used, the program calculates perimeter based on a three-sided structure.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 113 Loafing Shed







Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 25 20 -- -- -- -- -- Average -- -- 30 25 -- -- -- -- -- Good -- -- 35 30 -- -- -- -- -- Excellent -- -- 40 35 -- -- -- -- --




Average Concrete block or clay tile, shed lean-to

Plaster wainscot, concrete floor

Adequate electrical and plumbing

None

Good Decorative block, shed lean-to

Plaster, ceramic and epoxy

Good electrical, restroom & shower

None



Average Siding or metal on studs, shed lean-to

Finished wainscot, concrete floor


None

Good Good stucco or siding, shed lean-to

Plaster, ceramic and epoxy


None

115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story

These structures are designed to house hens used for commercial laying. Costs are averages of various screened and curtain sidewall structures.

Quality is influenced by framing and floor systems (e.g., slab or wood), the amount of interior finish and the lighting and plumbing systems.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story

Occupancy Reference


126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story 570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story





Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- -- -- -- 15 15 -- Average -- -- -- -- -- -- 20 20 -- Good -- -- -- -- -- -- 25 25 -- Excellent -- -- -- -- -- -- 25 25 --




Lowest Metal or lath partial walls or screen on light pole frame

Open ventilation, unfinished, cheap floor, no insulation

Minimum lighting and water

None

Low Metal, insulated, sidewall open screen, no curtains

Unfinished, pole frame, concrete or wood floor, insulated ceiling

Adequate electrical service, water service

None

Fair Metal, insulated, sidewall open screen, full curtains

Unfinished, good floor, insulated ceiling

Adequate lighting and outlets, water service

None




Average Heavy pole frame, curtain sidewalls

Concrete floors, some partitions

Good lighting and water

None



Lowest Metal partial walls or screen on light steel frame



None




None




None

Average Heavy steel frame, curtain sides



None

116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story

These two storied structures are designed to house hens used for commercial laying. Costs are averages of various screened and curtain sidewall structures.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn


Occupancy Reference













None




None




None




None






None







None




None




None

117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder

These structures are designed for the breeding and housing of poultry at ground level. Costs are averages for open non-environmental (curtain) and enclosed environmental buildings at the average and above quality levels. These structures will have some partitioned concrete slab floor area for egg collection.

The following are not included in the costs: Racks, cages, incubators and other special equipment.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn





Occupancy Reference






Average Minimum block, shutters or vents, light roof structure, insulation

Unfinished, partial floor, some partitions, natural ventilation only

Minimum wiring and lighting, water service

None


Insulated ceiling, some slab and division of space


None



Average Light wood frame, wood siding, shutters or vents, insulated building



None


Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, some slab floor and subdivision


None



Lowest Metal or plywood partial walls or screen on light pole frame

Open ventilation, unfinished, partial floor, no insulation, few partitions

Minimum lighting and hose bib

None




Low Metal, insulated, sidewall top open screen, no curtains

Unfinished, pole frame, partial floor, few partitions, insulated ceiling


Fair Metal, insulated, sidewall top open screen, side curtains

Unfinished, partial floor, few partitions, insulated ceiling


None

Average Metal siding on pole frame, shutters or vents, insulation



None


Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, some slab floor and subdivision


None




Open ventilation, unfinished, partial floor, no insulation, few partitions


None




Fair Metal, insulated, sidewall top open screen, side curtains



None

Average Metal siding on steel frame, shutters or vents, insulation



None


Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, some slab and division of space


None

Occupancy Reference


118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler

These structures are designed for the raising and housing of poultry at ground level. Costs are averages for open non-environmental (curtain) and enclosed environmental buildings at the average and above quality levels. These structures will have an all dirt floor.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 119 Turkey Barn











Lowest Metal or plywood partial walls or screen on light pole frame

Open ventilation, unfinished, dirt floor, no insulation


None


Unfinished, pole frame, dirt floor, insulated ceiling


Fair Metal, insulated, sidewall top open screen, curtain sidewalls

Unfinished, dirt floor, insulated ceiling


None

Average Pole frame, metal siding insulated, shutters or vents

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, dirt floor, some subdivision


None


Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, dirt floor, subdivided


None






None


Unfinished, steel frame, dirt floor, insulated ceiling


Fair Metal, insulated, sidewall top open screen, curtain sidewalls

Unfinished, dirt floor, insulated ceiling


None

Average Steel siding and frame, insulated, shutters or vents

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, dirt, some division of space


None

Occupancy Reference




Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, dirt floor, subdivided


None

119 Turkey Barn

These structures are designed for the care and housing of turkeys at ground level. Costs given are averages for open non-environmental (curtain) buildings with predominantly dirt floors.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler











Low Plywood partial walls, side screen on wood studs, no curtains



None

Fair Siding, insulated, sidewall open screen, side curtains

Unfinished, dirt floor, some concrete, insulated ceiling

Adequate services None

Average Siding, insulated, sidewall top open screen, curtains and shutters


Adequate wiring and lighting, water service

None



Low Wood post, light pipe hoop, fabric cover

Open ventilation, unfinished, dirt floor, wire fence pens


None

Average Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop frame, fabric cover, end curtains

Unfinished, dirt floor, some concrete




Low Metal partial walls, side screen on light pole frame, no curtains



None

Fair Metal, insulated, sidewall open screen, side curtains

Unfinished, pole frame, dirt floor, some concrete, insulated ceiling


Occupancy Reference



Average Metal, insulated, sidewall top open screen, curtains and shutters



None



Low Metal partial walls, side screen on light steel frame, no curtains



None

Fair Metal, insulated, sidewall open screen, side curtains

Unfinished, steel frame, dirt floor, some concrete, insulated ceiling


Average Metal, insulated, sidewall top open screen, curtains and shutters



None

120 Sheep Shed

These structures have an open front and are used for the raising of sheep. The lower qualities have dirt floors and half walls or back wall open vents. The better qualities will have some concrete flooring and subdivided pens. There is usually some electrical and water to the pens, while some may have some type of flushing system.

For slotted floors use one of the following: Finished Basement for Deep Pit/Tractor Access Semi-finished Basement for Shallow Pit/Scraper Alley


For enclosed barns, see occupancy 397 Sheep Barn.

For individual shelters, see occupancy 132 Livestock Shelter, Individual.






Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 15 15 -- 15 15 15 Average -- -- -- 20 20 -- 20 20 20 Good -- -- -- 25 25 -- 25 25 25 Excellent -- -- -- 25 25 -- 25 25 25




Lowest Plywood or siding on box frame, half-walls

Unfinished, dirt floor Feed and water, not automated

None

Low Plywood, open front, vents

Minimum facility, dirt floor

Hose bibs None

Average Vertical boards or plywood, open front, back ventilation

Some wainscot, dirt floor, some division of space


None

Good Wood frame and siding, open front, rear vents

Ceiling insulation, some slab floor, subdivided

Adequate electrical, water, feed, not automated

None



Low Wood, pipe hoop, fabric cover


Hose bibs None




None

Good Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop, fabric cover, curtain side and end doors

Some slab floor, subdivided


None

Occupancy Reference




Lowest Metal siding on pole frame, half-walls


None

Low Metal, open front, vents

Minimum facility, dirt flooring

Hose bibs None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, open front, back ventilation



None

Good Pole frame, metal siding, open front, rear vents



None



Lowest Steel frame, metal siding, half-walls


None

Low Steel, open front, vents


Hose bibs None

Average Steel panels and frame, open front, back ventilation



None

Good Steel siding and frame, open front, rear vents



None



Low Light steel, open front, vents


Hose bibs None

Average Steel panels and slant frame, open front, back ventilation



None



121 Tobacco Barn, Air Curing

Designed for the storage and air curing of tobacco. Structures are typically wood sided with dirt floors.

The costs include lighting and racks.









Low Light wood frame and siding, vented walls

Unfinished, dirt floor, racks, air curing


Average Wood frame, heavy board, vented walls


Minimum electrical and lighting outlets

122 Tobacco Barn, Flue Curing

The costs include lighting, racks and water service.




Occupancy Reference






Average Wall-bearing brick, block or structural tile

Unfinished, flue-curing, partially floored, racks

Lighting and water service



Average Wood frame, stucco or siding

Partly finished interior, part slab, flue-curing, racks


None



Average Pole frame, metal siding

Some sheathing and slab, flue-curing, racks


None



Average Steel siding and frame Some sheathing and slab, flue-curing, racks


None

123 Seed Processing Storage

These buildings are designed for bulk storage, cleaning and bagging of various grass seeds, and for temporary bag storage and distribution. Costs include a heavy concrete floor and storage



bins. Interiors are basically unfinished with adequate sparkproof lighting and minimum plumbing.

A mezzanine storage floor must be priced separately.

The following are not included in the costs: seed cleaning, bagging or loading equipment








Average Heavy wood frame, studs and roof, wood siding, sliding doors

Heavy bins and concrete slab, cleaning area, warehouse

Rigid conduit, dustproof fixtures, water service

None



Average Metal siding on pole frame, stud infill sheathing, sliding doors



None

Occupancy Reference




Average Steel frame and siding, some sheathing, sliding doors



None

124 Lean-to, Farm Utility

Lean-tos are side extensions used in conjunction with various farm and utility building costs. The lowest cost lean-tos are totally unfinished with dirt floors, while the better qualities include adequate fenestration, flooring, lights and water.

For this occupancy, which may have one or more attached sides, you should always enter the actual walled perimeter. If the shape option is used, the program calculates perimeter based on a three-sided structure.








Low Side extension, plywood/box frame

Unfinished, no doors, dirt floor

None None

Average Side extension, board siding on exposed studs, sliding door

Unfinished, cheap asphalt or slab floor


None




Good Side extension, wood frame, siding or stucco, windows, walkdoor

Unfinished, good concrete slab

Adequate wiring and outlets, water service

None



Low Side extension, metal on pole frame


None None

Average Side extension, light frame, metal siding, sliding door entry only



None

Good Side extension, pole frame, metal siding, windows, walkdoor



None



Low Side extension, steel frame/siding


None None

Average Side extension, light frame, metal siding, sliding door entry only



None

Good Side extension, steel frame, metal siding, windows, walkdoor



None

125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated

These one-story structures are elevated off the ground for tractor access cleaning purposes. They are designed to house hens used for commercial laying. Costs are averages of various screened and curtain sidewall structures.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story

Occupancy Reference


116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn













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126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated

These two-story structures are elevated off the ground for tractor access cleaning purposes. They are designed to house hens used for commercial laying. Costs are averages of various screened and curtain sidewall structures.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story 570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated

Occupancy Reference


569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story












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127 Winery Shop

These generally rural style structures, are designed for the display, tasting and sale of wines directly from the vineyard, with the better shops containing finished display areas for other gift merchandise. Lower quality structures are simple sales barn outlets, while the better quality structures are highly decorative estate type facilities that can include some food services. Built-in refrigerated storage is included commensurate with the quality.

The following are not included in the costs: Display cases and coolers, kitchen and bar equipment, other trade fixtures and signs.



Occupancy Availability: Commercial and Agricultural Estimators

Typical Lives: Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 30 -- Average -- -- 40 35 -- -- 35 35 -- Good -- -- 45 40 -- -- 40 40 -- Excellent -- -- 50 45 -- -- 45 45 --

Occupancy Reference


Rank Selection Guide:

Class C (Masonry Bearing Walls):


Low Minimum block or cheap brick, low-cost entry

Painted exterior walls, minimum finish, sealed concrete, vinyl composition

Minimum lighting and outlets, minimum plumbing, cooler room

Package A.C.

Average Brick or block, some mansard parapet ornamentation, good front

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition, paneling, some sundry display area

Adequate store lighting, restrooms, service fixtures and storage

Heat pump system

Good Best masonry, much fine trim and fenestration, heavy roof

High-quality detail, good wall and ceiling finishes, hardwoods, tile

Good lighting and outlets, some custom fixtures, food prep. area

Warm and cool air (zoned)

Excellent Individual design, highly ornamental, ashlar or face brick

Custom ceilings and plaster, inlaid parquet, matched stones and woods

Special lighting, custom fixtures and plumbing, best estate type

Hot and chilled water (zoned)

Class D (Wood or Steel Framed Exterior Walls):


Low Stucco or siding, small entry

Drywall, few partitions, sealed slab, vinyl composition tile


Package A.C.

Average Stucco or siding, some parapet ornamentation, half-timber framing



Heat pump system

Good Best siding, EIFS, masonry veneers, much fine trim and fenestration

High-quality detail, good wall and ceiling finishes, hardwood, tile

Good lighting and outlets, some custom fixtures, food prep. area





Excellent Individual design, highly ornamental, stone or face brick veneer

Custom ceilings and plaster inlaid parquet, matched stones and woods

Special lighting, custom fixtures and plumbing, best estate type


Class P (Pole Frame):


Low Pole frame, metal, partial finished interior, small entry

Minimum finish and partitions, sealed concrete, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

Class S (Metal Frame and Walls):


Low Metal panels on light frame, partial finished interior, small entry

Acoustic tile, gypsum board wall finish, vinyl composition and sealed slab


Package A.C.

Average Good colored panels, little ornamentation, good front and trim



Heat pump system

131 Corn Crib Bin

An individual site-built bin used for the dry storage of corn on the cob. The cost includes a concrete slab or wood plank floor. Walls are wire mesh on a wood skeleton frame at the lower qualities. The better qualities will have walls composed of wood spaced boards. There is no electrical or water service.





Occupancy Reference






Low Wood poles, bracing, wire mesh

Light board floor None None

Average Wood bracing, wire mesh, metal roof

Board flooring None None

Good Wood skeleton, wire mesh and spaced boards

Light concrete or wood plank floor

None None

Excellent Wood skeleton frame, spaced boards, metal roof


None None

132 Livestock Shelter, Individual

These small structures provide minimum individual or small group shelter for the raising of livestock or poultry. Lower qualities are open sheds without floors. The better qualities will have an enclosed front with some windows and doors and a concrete slab floor. Costs do not include any electrical or plumbing.







Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 10 -- -- 10 -- -- Average -- -- -- 10 -- -- 10 -- -- Good -- -- -- 15 -- -- 15 -- -- Excellent -- -- -- 15 -- -- 15 -- --




Lowest Open one side, light plywood on box frame

Unfinished interior, dirt floor

None None

Low Open one side, boards on exposed studs

Unfinished interior, light slab or board floor

None None

Average Siding or stucco, shed roof

Unfinished interior, concrete slab

None None

Good Good siding and windows, composition shingle roof

Some wainscot, good concrete slab

None None



Lowest Open one side, metal on pole frame


None None

Low Open one side, metal on exposed studs


None None

133 Storage Shed, Prefabricated

These structures are small, prefabricated multi-purpose storage type sheds, typically purchased from home improvement centers, lumber yards, etc. Costs include a wood or metal floor, but no electrical or plumbing.

For a storage loft in a high-profile shed, use mezzanine component 766 (Loft Floor/Farm Storage).

Occupancy Reference





Occupancy Availability: Commercial and Agricultural Estimators.

Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 10 -- -- -- 10 -- Average -- -- -- 15 -- -- -- 15 -- Good -- -- -- 20 -- -- -- 20 -- Excellent -- -- -- 20 -- -- -- 20 --




Low Low-cost board siding, light shingle or metal roof, walk door

Unfinished interior, light board floor

None None

Average Board siding, low profile, large walk door, gable roof

Unfinished interior, board floor

None None

Good Good siding and double doors, gambrel or gable roof, high profile

Some wainscot, good board floor

None None

Excellent Good siding, paint and trim, large doors, window

Some wainscot or shelving, good board flooring

None None



Low Light steel siding and frame, walk door


None None




Average Good colored steel, low profile, sliding doors, gable roof

Unfinished interior, light steel or board floor

None None

Good Aluminum or best steel, good double doors, high profile

Unfinished interior, good board floor

None None

Excellent Good aluminum siding and trim, large doors, window

Unfinished interior, some shelving

None None

134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large

These greenhouse buildings have modified semicircular (hoop) shape roofs with straight knee wall sides, with the following sizes:

134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet)

These buildings are used to regulate the climate conditions for germination and growing various plants and vegetables. Frames are light arch-rib wood (Class D) or steel pipe or tube hoops (Class S) with various translucent covers. The lowest qualities have only polyethylene cover, with fiberglass coverings at average quality. The better quality structures have good quality polycarbonate or acrylic covers and good quality vents. The floors are light concrete, gravel or dirt at the lower qualities. Costs include some electrical and water service commensurate with the quality.

The following are not included in the costs: Heating, automated watering systems, shade curtains or planting benches.

The following related occupancies are available in Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 170 Greenhouse, Institutional, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 171 Greenhouse, Institutional, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 172 Greenhouse, Institutional, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse, Lath Shade House 519 Greenhouse, Shade Shelter 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet)

Occupancy Reference


142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet)









Low Light built-up wood arch, fiberglass ends, double polyethylene cover

Dirt floor Minimum equipment outlet and hose bibs

None



Lowest Light pipe arch, wide spacing, polyethylene cover

Dirt floor No electrical, hose bib only

None

Low Trussed pipe arch, double polyethylene cover, fiberglass end walls


None

Fair Pipe or light tubular arch, double poly., fiberglass ends & knee walls

Gravel floor Minimum electrical, lighting and water

None




Average Fiberglass panels on light arch frame, some vents

Gravel, some concrete Adequate electrical and hose bibs

None

Good Good polycarbonate or acrylic cover, roof and wall vents

Concrete walks Adequate electrical and water service

None

Very Good

Good translucent sandwich panels, heavy frame, pitched peak, vents

Good concrete walks Adequate electrical, good fixtures and water service

None

135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Small 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large

These greenhouse buildings have semicircular (hoop) shape roofs that curve to the ground to form the sides, with the following sizes:

135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet)

These buildings are used to regulate the climate conditions for germination and growing various plants and vegetables. Frames are light arch-rib wood (Class D) or steel pipe or tube hoops (Class S) with various translucent covers. The lowest qualities have only polyethylene cover, with fiberglass coverings at average quality. The better quality structures have good quality polycarbonate or acrylic covers and good quality vents. The floors are light concrete, gravel or dirt at the lower qualities. Costs include some electrical and water service commensurate with the quality.


The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 170 Greenhouse, Institutional, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 171 Greenhouse, Institutional, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 172 Greenhouse, Institutional, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse, Lath Shade House 519 Greenhouse, Shade Shelter

Occupancy Reference


136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet)









Low Light built-up wood arch, fiberglass ends, double polyethylene cover


None



Lowest Light pipe arch, wide spacing, polyethylene cover


None

Low Trussed pipe arch, double polyethylene cover, fiberglass end walls


None




Fair Pipe or light tubular arch, double poly., fiberglass ends & knee walls


None

Average Fiberglass panels on light arch frame, some vents


None

Good Good polycarbonate or acrylic cover, roof and wall vents


None

Very Good

Good translucent sandwich panels, heavy frame, pitched peak, vents


None

136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large

These greenhouse buildings have straight walls with gable roofs, with the following sizes: 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet)

These buildings are used to regulate the climate conditions for germination and growing various plants and vegetables. Frames are light wood posts (Class D) or steel pipe or tube assemblies (Class S) with various translucent covers. The lowest qualities have only polyethylene cover, with glass or fiberglass coverings at average quality. The better quality structures have good quality polycarbonate or acrylic covers and good quality vents. The floors are light concrete, gravel or dirt at the lower qualities. Costs include some electrical and water service commensurate with the quality.


The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet)

Occupancy Reference


138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 170 Greenhouse, Institutional, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 171 Greenhouse, Institutional, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 172 Greenhouse, Institutional, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse, Lath Shade House 519 Greenhouse, Shade Shelter









Lowest Light post frame, wide spacing, polyethylene cover


None

Low Post frame, fiberglass end walls, double polyethylene cover


None

Fair Wood frame, fiberglass walls, double polyethylene roof cover


None

Average Wood frame, glass or fiberglass covering, some vents


None





Lowest Light tubular frame, gable or arch roof, polyethylene cover


None

Low Metal frame, fiberglass end walls, double polyethylene cover

Dirt floor Minimum equipment outlet and hose bib

None

Fair Metal frame, double polyethylene arch roof, fiberglass walls


None

Average Metal frame, glass or fiberglass covering, some vents


None

Good Good metal frame, tempered glass, polycarbonate/acrylic, good vents


None

Very Good

Heavy frame, good sandwich panels, good wall and roof vents


None

Excellent Best frame, translucent sandwich panels and venting

Concrete floor, drains Good lighting and plumbing

None

150 Manufactured Housing, Single Section 151 Manufactured Housing, Multi-Section

These are non-building occupancies, i.e., by selecting these occupancies you do not automatically get the costs for a manufactured home. To use these occupancies, do the following:

Create a separate section in the estimate with this as the only occupancy.

Enter the Total Floor Area on the Building Data screen.

Select one or more of the components in the Manufactured Housing Construction System to specify the type of manufactured home (single-wide, double-wide, etc.), wall type (aluminum, lap siding, cement fiber, etc.) and the size of the home (floor area in square feet, length and width).

Occupancy Reference


Select any of the other components in the Manufactured Housing Construction System to specify additional features of the home (air conditioning, foundation, skirting, etc.)


Marshall Valuation Service section: 63.



152 Residential Garage, Detached

A complete freestanding garage structure. Cost includes foundation, floor, exterior walls, roof, car and pedestrian doors and electrical lighting.

Rank is influenced by:

Size and shape

Extent and quality of finishes: Use Rank 1 for no interior finishes; rank 4 for finished interior, ceiling and walls.

The following other residential garages are available in Agricultural Estimator: 154 Residential Garage, Built-in 153 Residential Garage, Attached








Rank Description

Low Concrete block, low-cost brick, structural tile, asphalt shingles or composition roofing, unreinforced slab, low cost overhead or hinged doors

Average 8” brick or block, 2 x 4 rafters, gable roof, wood or good asphalt shingles, reinforced slab, overhead door, window, pedestrian door, lighting

Good Brick, ornamental block, adobe, good roof structure and roofing, good reinforced slab, overhead door, window, pedestrian door, good lighting

Very Good

Good brick, adobe stone, heavy roof structure, tile heavy shake, finished interior, good overhead and pedestrian doors, good windows and lighting

Excellent Face brick or cut stone walls, heavy roof, slate, tile, lightweight concrete, heavy reinforced slab, plaster interior, good windows and lighting


Rank Description

Lowest Cheap siding, vertical boards, hardboard, no floor, windows or lighting

Low Low-cost stucco or siding, light studs, composition or asphalt shingle roof, unreinforced slab, low-cost overhead or hinged door, one window or light

Average Stucco or siding, 2 x 4 rafters, gable roof, wood or good asphalt shingles, reinforced slab, overhead door, window, pedestrian door, lighting

Good Good stucco or siding, good roof, shakes, tile, etc., reinforced slab, good overhead doors, good windows, pedestrian door, good lighting

Very Good

Good sidings, stone trim, heavy roof, tile, heavy shake, finished interior, good overhead and pedestrian doors, good fenestration and lighting

Excellent Best stucco, stone or brick trim, heavy rafters or steep roof, heavy slab, finished interior, good doors, good lighting and windows

Masonry Veneer

Low Low-cost brick or block veneer, composition or asphalt shingle roof, unreinforced slab, low-cost overhead or hinged doors, one window or light

Average Brick veneer, 2 x 4 rafters, gable roof, wood or good asphalt shingles, reinforced slab, overhead door, window, pedestrian door, lighting

Good Face brick veneer, good roof, shakes, tile, etc., reinforced slab, good overhead doors, good windows, pedestrian door, good lighting

Occupancy Reference


Very Good

Good brick or stone veneer, heavy roof structure, tile, heavy shake, finished interior, good overhead and pedestrian doors, good windows and lighting

Excellent Best face brick or cut stone veneer, heavy roof, slate, tile, good reinforced slab, plaster interior, good windows and lighting

153 Residential Garage, Attached

A complete garage attached to a residence where a complete or partial wall is common with the residence. Cost includes foundation, floor, exterior walls, roof, car and pedestrian doors and electrical lighting.


Size and shape


The following other residential garages are available in Agricultural Estimator: 154 Residential Garage, Built-in 152 Residential Garage, Detached






Rank Description






Very Good




Rank Description





Very Good



Masonry Veneer




Very Good



Occupancy Reference


154 Residential Garage, Built-in

A complete garage fully enclosed within a residence where the living area is separated from the garage area by suitable fire-resistant common walls and ceiling. Cost includes foundation, floor, exterior walls, car and pedestrian doors and electrical lighting.

The following other residential garages are available in Agricultural Estimator: 153 Residential Garage, Attached 152 Residential Garage, Detached


Size and shape








Rank Description




Very Good






Rank Description





Very Good



Masonry Veneer




Very Good



155 Hunting Shelter

These structures provide minimum shelter from the elements and are for short term or seasonal use only. They commonly are constructed having a box frame with plywood or metal sheet siding exterior finish. The interiors are bare with dirt floors and no electrical or plumbing at the lower qualities. A board floor with no partitions, minimum cabinetry, minimum lighting and electrical outlets, and a sink with cold-water service can be found only at the best qualities.

Occupancy Reference


The costs do not include any kitchen or bathroom equipment.









Lowest Box frame, local marginal materials, unfinished

Unfinished, dirt floor, substandard construction

None None

Low Box frame, cheap plywood or metal siding, little fenestration

Unfinished interior, dirt floor, seasonal use

None None

Average Plywood or siding on box frame or wide-spaced studs, few windows

Unfinished interior, board floor

None None

Good Box frame or light studs, cheap siding, windows, composition roll roof

Board floor, no partitions, minimum cabinetry, winterized

One or two lights and outlets, sink with cold water

None

156 Alternative School

This occupancy includes the entire continuation school facility, which includes a mixture of classrooms, multipurpose space, administrative offices, etc. The schools plant may consist of



one building or several separate buildings, and encompasses grades nine or ten through twelfth and are generally much smaller in scope than the normal high school with limited support, assembly or athletic facilities.

The following are not included in the costs: Swimming pools, movable furnishing or equipment, exterior ground improvements (i.e., athletic fields), open shelters and site work.



Occupancy Availability: Commercial Estimator only.

Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 45 45 40 35 -- -- 35 35 -- Average 45 45 45 40 -- -- 40 40 -- Good 50 50 45 40 -- -- 40 40 -- Excellent 50 50 45 40 -- -- 40 40 --


Class A (Fireproof Structural Steel Frame) and Class B (Reinforced Concrete Frame)


Average Brick, concrete or metal panels, formed concrete

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, hardwood or vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and plumbing

Heat pump system



Average Brick, block, tilt-up panels, bearing walls, wood joists, little trim

Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, carpet, VCT

Adequate school lighting and plumbing

Package A.C.

Good Steel frame or bearing walls, brick, block, or concrete, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, hardwood or tile

High-level lighting, audio-visual wiring, good plumbing

Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference


Excellent Steel columns, web or bar joists, ornamental block or face brick

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl, ceramic tile, wood

Best classroom lighting and cabling systems, best plumbing




Average Wood frame, stucco or siding, little ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, carpet


Package A.C.

Good Wood frame or pipe columns, good stucco, EIFS or siding with trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, hardwood or tile

Good fluorescent fixtures, good plumbing, extra features

Heat pump system

Excellent Steel or Glulam frame and joists, brick veneer, glass, best EIFS

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl, ceramic tile, wood





Average Pole frame, insulated metal panels, some ornamentation



Package A.C.



Average Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulation, little trim



Package A.C.

Good Pre-engineered, sandwich panels, some ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl composition, hardwood or tile


Heat pump system



157 Maintenance Storage Building

This weatherproof storage structure is designed for closed storage and light maintenance of miscellaneous school ground equipment. The masonry buildings have brick or block with heavy roof framing and windows at the better qualities. The frame structures are constructed with either wood or steel framed walls. The exterior covers are typically stucco, wood siding or metal siding. Floors at the lower qualities may be unfinished while the better qualities have sealed floors and walls with some finished shop area and cabinets.








Average Concrete block, composition shingles, barred windows

Unfinished, concrete or asphalt floor

Adequate electrical and outlets

None

Good Decorative concrete block, brick, wood rafters, overhead doors

Sealed walls, concrete floor, some shop area and cabinets

Good lighting and outlets, water service

Space heaters



Average Open wood frame, exposed siding, barred windows

Some wainscot, concrete or asphalt floor


None

Occupancy Reference


Good Heavy wood frame, siding or stucco, overhead doors

Wainscot, concrete floor, some shop area and cabinets


Space heaters



Average Pre-engineered pole frame, metal siding, barred windows



None

Good Good pole frame, colored siding, overhead doors



Space heaters



Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, barred windows



None

Good Good frame, colored siding, overhead doors



Space heaters

158 Special Education Classrooms

These buildings are subdivided into teaching units and designed primarily for academic work for students with special needs including the exceptional child as well as the physically challenged child. Typically, the better qualities include more windows, and better interior and exterior refinements.

Floor finishes vary between carpet, hardwood and resilient floor coverings. Higher cost classrooms have carpet or hardwood. Acoustical tile ceiling finishes are found throughout all of the quality ranges. Lighting is commonly fluorescent fixtures.

The costs include built-in bookshelves, cabinets, blackboards and plumbing associated with special needs, but do not include movable equipment and furnishings.











Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or carpet, good built-ins

Adequate lighting and plumbing, some extra features


Good Face brick, stone, concrete or metal panels, solar glass

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, best cabinets





Average Steel frame or bearing walls, brick, block or concrete, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood, some extras


Package A.C.

Good Steel columns, web or bar joists, ornamental block or face brick

Plaster/drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp./carpet, good cabinets, storage



Excellent Steel frame, face brick, metal panels, tile

Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel, carpet & vinyl, best cabinets, closets



Occupancy Reference




Average Wood frame or pipe columns, good stucco, EIFS or siding with trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood, some extras


Package A.C.

Good Steel or Glulam frame and joists, brick veneer, glass, best EIFS

Plaster/drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp./carpet, good cabinets, storage

Good fluorescent fixtures and plumbing, extra features


Excellent Steel or wood frame, brick or stone veneer, metal and glass

Plaster, enamel, vinyl finishes, carpet and vinyl, best cabinets, closets






Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some extras


Package A.C.

Good Pole frame, good insulated panels, some brick or stone trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl composition, good cabinets, storage





Average Pre-engineered, sandwich panels, some trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some extras


Package A.C.

Good Pre-engineered, good sandwich panels, some brick or stone trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl composition, good cabinets, storage





160 Machinery and Equipment 161 Personal Property 162 Out Buildings 163 Site Improvements

These are non-building occupancies that allow you to create sections in your estimate (or entire estimates) that do not have a building associated with them. The following are the rules for non-building occupancies:

• If you have a non-building occupancy in a section, it can be the only occupancy in the section.

• You do not need to enter the following building data for a non-building occupancy: Class, Story Height, Total Floor Area and Number of Stories.

• You can only add components from the following Construction Systems into a section with a non-building occupancy:

Miscellaneous Components (Fire Alarm Systems, Balconies) Land and Site Shed and Farm Building Equipment Feeders, Waterers and Waste Equipment Stock and Equestrian Equipment Barn and Dairy Equipment Poultry Equipment Sheep and Swine Equipment Grain Handling and Storage Greenhouse Equipment Miscellaneous Agricultural Equipment Manufactured Housing

The following are other non-building occupancies: 150 Manufactured Housing, Single Section 151 Manufactured Housing, Multi-Section


170 Institutional Greenhouse, Small 171 Institutional Greenhouse, Medium 172 Institutional Greenhouse, Large

These commercial or institutional greenhouse buildings have straight walls with gable or shed roofs, and the following sizes:

170 Institutional Greenhouse, Small (under 4,500 square feet)

Occupancy Reference


171 Institutional Greenhouse, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 172 Institutional Greenhouse, Large (over 9,000 square feet)

They are used to regulate the climate conditions for study and display of germination and growing of various plants and vegetables, and include both educational and commercial sales structures. Frames are light wood posts (Class D) or steel pipe or tube assemblies (Class S) with various translucent covers. The lowest qualities have only glass or fiberglass coverings. The better conservatory structures have good structural mullions and architectural embellishments, and may have some masonry knee wall. The floors are light concrete, gravel or dirt at the lower qualities, which can be either the typical school growing or sales nursery house. The better horticultural or research structures will have glazed partitions and sealed concrete floors. Costs include some electrical and water service commensurate with the quality.


The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse, Lath Shade House 519 Greenhouse, Shade Shelter 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet)











Low Wood frame, glass or fiberglass covering, some vents

Dirt floor, some gravel or concrete walks, typical school-nursery house

Minimum equipment outlets and hose bibs

None

Fair Best redwood or laminated frame, glass or sandwich panels

Concrete floor, good working classroom house or nursery sales

Adequate electrical, lighting, water and drains

None



Low Metal frame, glass or fiberglass covering, some vents

Dirt floor, some gravel or concrete walks, typical school-nursery house

Minimum equipment outlets and hose bibs

None

Fair Good metal frame, glass or translucent sandwich panels

Concrete floor, good working classroom house or nursery sales

Adequate electrical, lighting, water and drains

None

Average Tubular or structural frame, good glazing, some knee wall

Concrete floor, good secondary or small college horticulture house

Adequate electrical and water service, drains

None

Good Shed or gable, good glass and masonry knee wall

Good concrete floor, good university science greenhouse

Good lighting and water, good drains

None

Very Good

Best aluminum frame, gutters, metal sandwich or masonry knee wall

Sealed concrete, research modules, glazed corridors

Good lighting and plumbing

None

Excellent Structural mullions, architectural embellishments, very ornate

Concrete, pavers, some partitions and extras, good conservatory

Best lighting, electrical and plumbing

None

Occupancy Reference


173 Church Educational Wing

These buildings are subdivided into instructional/meeting-room facilities found in a religious complex. The lower qualities include less interior and exterior refinements than is found in occupancy 356 (Classroom). Complete religious or private schools should be priced using the various school occupancies. Price a complete church facility using occupancy 308 (Church with Sunday School).


The associated occupancies for a complete complex are: 309 (Church) 516 (Fellowship Hall) 517 (Narthex/Foyer)

The costs include built-in bookshelves, cabinets and blackboards but do not include movable equipment and furnishings.






Class A (Fireproof Structural Steel Frame)


Average Brick, precast concrete, block, very plain

Low-cost finishes, acoustic tile, hardwood or vinyl composition

Adequate classroom lighting and plumbing, few extras, rehearsal rm.

Package A.C.



Good Brick, concrete or metal panels, formed concrete

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or carpet

Good lighting and plumbing, some extra features, library room


Class B (Reinforced Concrete Frame)


Average Brick, precast concrete, block, very plain


Adequate classroom lighting and plumbing, few extras, rehearsal room

Package A.C.



Good lighting and plumbing, some extra features, library room




Low Cheap block, tilt-up, light roof

Low-cost finishes, no partitions, asphalt tile

Minimum code Wall furnace

Average Brick, block, tilt-up panels, bearing walls, wood joists, little trim

Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, asphalt tile

Adequate meeting room lighting and plumbing

Forced air

Good Steel frame or bearing walls, brick, block or concrete, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood

Adequate classroom lighting and plumbing, rehearsal room

Package A.C.

Excellent Steel columns, web or bar joists, ornamental block or face brick


Good fluorescent fixtures, good plumbing, extra features, library




Low Low-cost stucco or siding



Occupancy Reference


Average Wood frame, stucco or siding, little ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, linoleum or wood floors


Forced air

Good Wood frame or pipe columns, good stucco or siding with some trim



Package A.C.

Excellent Steel or Glulam frame and joists, brick veneer, glass, best stucco


Good fluorescent fixtures and plumbing, extra features, library




Low Pole frame, metal siding

Low-cost finishes, no partitions, acoustic tile, asphalt tile


Average Pole frame, good metal panels, finished inside, little trim



Forced air






Average Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulation



Forced air

Good Pre-engineered, sandwich panels, some trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition


Package A.C.



174 Pavilion

These structures include the low-quality open park/picnic shelter structure to the high-cost bandstand pavilion. The average to good facilities are averages of gazebos, bandstands and walled pavilions.

The following are not included in the costs: Picnic units, benches or audio-visual equipment.









Lowest Open air, no walls, masonry supports, composition shingle cover

Unfinished, concrete slab, minimum park picnic shelter

None None

Low Open, no walls, block columns, some trim, wood trusses, architectural shingles

Unfinished, concrete slab, good park shelter


Fair Open, face block, brick columns, timber roof framing, trellis, tile

Unfinished, concrete slab, exposed roof deck, best picnic shelter

Minimum electrical or water service, service wall

None

Occupancy Reference



Average Enclosed, concrete block, little trim, composition shingle cover

Unfinished, concrete slab, walled park pavilion

Adequate electrical and lighting

None

Good Enclosed, arched openings, brick or block, good trim, heavy shingles

Raised slab on fill, good balustrades, good bandstand

Adequate electrical, outlets and lighting

None

Very Good

Brick or face block, stone trim, concrete or clay tile cover

Raised slab, decorative balustrading, ornate bandstand pavilion

Good electrical and lighting

None

Excellent Face brick, cast stone, ornate trim and railings, slate, copper cover

Raised colored slab, pavers, plank ceiling, best bandstand

Good electrical, ornamental lighting, some extras

None



Lowest Open air, no walls, wood posts, composition, roll or shingle cover

Unfinished, concrete slab, prefabricated picnic shelter

None None

Low Open, no walls, wood columns, some trim, composition shingles

Unfinished, concrete slab, good shelter, minimum gazebo


Fair Open timber framing, trellis, heavy shingle or tile cover

Unfinished, concrete slab, exposed roof deck, best picnic shelter, plain gazebo


None

Average Enclosed, siding or stucco, some trim

Unfinished, slab or light plank, walled pavilion, average bandstand, gazebo


None

Good Enclosed, arched openings, best sidings, trim, trellis, heavy shingles

Raised wood deck on piers, good balustrades, good bandstand

Adequate electrical, outlets and lighting

None




Very Good

Masonry veneer, custom woods, trim, concrete or clay tile cover

Raised deck or slab, decorative balustrading, ornate bandstand

Good electrical and lighting

None

Excellent Face brick veneer, cast stone trim, heavy trusses, slate, copper cover

Raised colored slab, pavers, plank ceiling, best bandstand

Good electrical, ornamental lighting, some extras

None



Lowest Open air, no walls, light metal cover on pole frame


None None

Low Open, no walls, pole frame, metal cover, some trim

Unfinished, concrete slab, good picnic shelter


Fair Open, pole frame, wide span, formed metal cover, good trim

Unfinished, concrete slab, brick ribbons, best picnic shelter


None



Lowest Open air, no walls, light steel, colored panels or heavy canvas


None None

Low Open, no walls, steel frame, metal cover, some trim

Unfinished, concrete slab, good picnic shelter


Fair Open, wide span truss, formed metal cover, good trim

Unfinished, concrete slab, brick ribbons, best picnic shelter


None

Average Enclosed, steel frame, metal siding, masonry trim

Unfinished, concrete slab, walled park pavilion


None

Occupancy Reference


175 Skating Rink, Ice

Large, open structures that include areas for ice skating, lobby, restrooms, and an equipment storage area. Lounge, snack bar/restaurant, offices, locker or shower and training room facilities are commensurate with the quality as indicated. Ice skating rinks include the basic floor and subfloor structure.

The following are not included in the costs: Food service, retail sales or rental equipment, seating, lockers, and ice making equipment.



Occupancy Availability: Commercial Estimator Only.

Typical Lives

Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 40 40 35 30 -- -- 30 30 -- Average 45 45 40 35 -- -- 35 35 -- Good 50 50 45 40 -- -- 40 40 -- Excellent 50 50 45 40 -- -- 40 40 --




Average Heavy frame, metal or concrete panels, good architecture

Good rink and viewer’s seating, multiple locker rooms, food service

Good sports lighting, restrooms, shower rooms


Good Special architecture, good materials, good entrance and lobby

Top sports rink, spectator seating, many extra facilities and rooms

Best sports lighting, plumbin, many extra support facilities




Low Block or tilt-up Little or none, no dressingn rooms, adequate subfloor insulation

Minimum lighting and plumbing

Package A.C.

Average Block or brick, little trim Gypsum board, acoustic tile


Package A.C.



Good Brick or concrete, good entrance

Acoustic treatment, good viewer’s seating, snack bar and locker rooms

Good lighting and restrooms, some entertainment style lighting

Package A.C.

Excellent Best masonry, good curtain walls, good entrance and lobby


Best sports lighting, plumbing, many extra support facilities

Package A.C.



Low Stucco or siding, very plain

Little or none, no dressingn rooms, adequate subfloor insulation


Package A.C.

Average Stucco or siding, some trim

Gypsum board, acoustic tile


Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, good siding or stucco, trim, good entrance



Package A.C.

Excellent Best masonry veneer, EIFS, good entrance and lobby



Package A.C.



Low Pole frame, metal, finished inside

No dressing rooms or showers, adequate subfloor insulation


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Low Single wall, finished interior



Package A.C.

Average Good metal panels and roof, some interior finish, trim



Package A.C.

Good Insulated metal sandwich panels, steel frame, good entrance



Package A.C.

Excellent Heavy frame, metal sandwich panels, good architecture




176 Skating Rink, Roller

Large, open structures that include areas for roller skating, lobby, restrooms, and an equipment storage area. Lounge, snack bar, offices, locker room facilities are commensurate with the quality as indicated. Roller skating rinks include the basic skating surface and ice rinks include the basic floor structure.

The following are not included in the costs: Snack bar equipment, seating, lockers, and skate rental equipment.



Occupancy Availability: Commercial Estimator Only.

Typical Lives

Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 30 -- Average -- -- 40 35 -- -- 35 35 -- Good -- -- 45 40 -- -- 40 40 -- Excellent -- -- 45 40 -- -- 40 40 --






Low Block or tilt-up Little or none, no dressingn rooms, adequate subfloor insulation


Forced Air

Average Block or brick, little trim Gypsum board, acoustic tile


Package A.C.




Package A.C.






Forced Air




Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, good siding or stucco, trim, good entrance



Package A.C.




No dressing rooms or showers, adequate subfloor insulation


Forced air






Forced air




Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference






Package A.C.

177 High Rise Town House, End Unit

This occupancy is usually an individually built high-rise, three stories and over structure with adjacent units not sharing common structural systems (i.e., roof, foundation, etc.). This type of row house has finished side walls, or blind walls, between residences, which is constructed on a corner or at the end of an urban row, having one exposed side wall and one blind side wall.

Enter the floor area, shape and number of stories for the individual end unit.

Base rank selection on the inspection of both the interior and exterior refinements of the structure. Items such as fenestration (the number and size of window and door openings), roof configuration, materials, workmanship, types of plumbing fixtures, and amount of cabinetry are all indicators of quality.

The following are not included in the costs: Appliances, fireplaces and exterior balconies.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Townhouse, Inside Unit 401 Townhouse, End Unit 178 High-rise Townhouse, Inside Unit 179 High-rise Townhouse, Detached 546 Senior Citizen Townhouse, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Townhouse, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Townhouse, End Unit 775 Shell, Townhouse, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Townhouse, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Townhouse, End Unit



Occupancy Availability: Agricultural Estimator



Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 55 50 -- 55 -- -- -- Average -- -- 55 50 -- 55 -- -- -- Good -- -- 60 55 -- 60 -- -- -- Excellent -- -- 60 55 -- 60 -- -- --




Low Block or brick, standard sash

Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition

Standard fixtures Forced Air

Average Brick, stucco on block, little trim, built-up roof or asphalt shingles

Gypsum board and paint, hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet

Adequate lighting and plumbing, standard fixtures

Hot Water

Good Brick, some trim or good stucco, good roof, good fenestration

Plaster or gypsum board, paint, hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet

Good lighting and plumbing, one bath per two bedrooms

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, stone, best windows, sloping roof, tile, slate, metal

Plaster, paint, paper, paneling, fine hardwood, vinyl, carpet

Best lighting and plumbing, one bath per bedroom

Warm and cooled air



Low Siding or stucco, standard sash


Standard fixtures Forced air

Average Stucco or siding, little trim, built-up or asphalt shingle roof

Plaster or gypsum board, hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet


Hot water

Good Good stucco or siding, brick trim, good roof, good fenestration



Packaged A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Excellent Best stucco, or siding, brick or stone trim, heavy roof, tile, slate, metal



Warm and cool air

Class M (Mill Type)


Average Mill-type construction, brick, cut stone, wood joists and trusses

Drywall or plaster, average carpet and vinyl composition, softwood


Hot water

Good Mill-type construction, heavy brick or stone walls, good sash

Drywall or plaster, good carpet/hardwood, vinyl composition, ceramic tile


Hot water

Excellent Heavy face brick, stone, best windows, good trim



Hot water

178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit

This occupancy is usually an individually built high-rise, three stories and over structure with adjacent units not sharing common structural systems (i.e., roof, foundation, etc.). This type of row house has finished side walls, or blind walls, between residences, which is constructed between other urban row houses, having unexposed side walls.

Enter the floor area, shape and number of stories for the individual inside unit.



The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Townhouse, Inside Unit 401 Townhouse, End Unit



177 High-rise Townhouse, End Unit 179 High-rise Townhouse, Detached 546 Senior Citizen Townhouse, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Townhouse, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Townhouse, End Unit 775 Shell, Townhouse, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Townhouse, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Townhouse, End Unit














Hot Water




Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference






Warm and cooled air









Hot water




Packaged A.C.




Warm and cool air

Class M (Mill Type)





Hot water




Hot water




Hot water



179 High Rise Town House, Detached

This occupancy is usually an individually built high-rise, three stories and over structure with adjacent units not sharing common structural systems (i.e., roof, foundation, etc.). This type of row house has finished side walls, or blind walls, between residences, which has both side walls exposed with exterior finish and some fenestration on the side walls.


The floor area, shape, and number of stories entries are for the individual building unit.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 177 High-rise Townhouse, End Unit 178 High-rise Townhouse, Inside Unit 354 Townhouse, Inside Unit 401 Townhouse, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Townhouse, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Townhouse, Inside Unit 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Townhouse, End Unit 775 Shell, Townhouse, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Townhouse, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Townhouse, End Unit





Occupancy Reference











Hot Water




Package A.C.




Warm and cooled air









Hot water




Packaged A.C.




Warm and cool air



Class M (Mill Type)





Hot water




Hot water




Hot water

180 Feed Handling and Mixing

These buildings are designed as on-farm feed processing centers. Costs include a central driveway and concrete floor. Interiors are basically unfinished with adequate lighting and minimum plumbing.

The following are not included in the costs: grinder-mixer, blending, measuring or conveying equipment or bins.





Occupancy Reference





Average Heavy wood frame, studs and roof, wood siding, no doors

Partial finished walls, good slab, drive-through alley

Adequate water, electrical service and outlets

None



Average Metal siding on pole frame, stud infill, some sheathing, no doors

Partial lined walls, good slab, drive-through alley


None



Average Steel frame and siding, some sheathing, no doors

Partial lined walls, good slab, drive-through alley


None

181 Secure Storage Shed, Prefabricated

These structures are small vandal resistant and weatherproof, prefabricated storage type sheds. Costs include a concrete plank or metal deck floor, minimum electrical and no plumbing.


The following are not included in the costs: Any process equipment, power wiring or panels.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 20 -- -- -- -- 15 -- Average -- -- 25 -- -- -- -- 20 --



Good -- -- 25 -- -- -- -- 20 -- Excellent -- -- 30 -- -- -- -- 25 --




Average Modular concrete panels, security weather tight door

Unfinished walls, concrete plank floor

Few open fixtures, no plumbing

None

Good Heavy concrete wall and roof panels, vandal-resistant doors

Sealed walls and heavy concrete plank floor

Rigid conduit, spark-proof fixtures, no plumbing

None



Low Metal panels and sheathing on steel frame, security door

Unfinished interior, steel floor

One or two lights and outlets, no plumbing

None

Average Good steel panels on steel frame, security door

Sealed steel floor, some wainscot


None

Good Heavy steel panels on steel studs, heavy doors

Heavy/steel floor, sealed walls, vandal resistant


None

182 Calving Barn Shed

These sheds are designed as a birthing, newborn creep and sick animal shelter. They are an open front shed with wood or metal siding attached to wood posts or a steel frame, and a dirt floor. The walls have rub boards, calving and creep pens and a concrete floored supply/work room and feed storage area at the better qualities. Costs include minimal electrical and plumbing, feeders and water are not automated.


The following are not included in the costs: Heat lamps or other special equipment.

The following are related occupancies:

Occupancy Reference


112 Hog Nursery 430 Hog Shed 120 Sheep Shed








Low Open one side, boards or siding, post/box frame

Minimum facility, some storage flooring, some subdivision

Minimum lighting, outlets, and water service

None

Average Open one side, boards or siding on wood frame

Some wainscot, slab floor, supply room, some division of space


None

Good Open one side, box frame and siding, some rear vents

Some ceiling insulation, supply-office, slab floor, subdivided

Good electrical, water, feed, not automated

None



Low Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop, fabric cover, end gates



None




Average Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop, fabric cover, end walls, curtains

Concrete slab floor, supply area, subdivided pens


None






None

Average Open one side, metal siding on pole frame



None

Good Open one side, metal on pole frame, some rear vents



None



Low Open one side, metal on steel frame



None

Average Open one side, metal siding on steel frame



None

Good Open one side, metal on steel frame, some rear vents



None

183 Golf Starter Booth

These buildings are designed as small office type check-in facilities for golf courses, gated residential communities and the like. They have some finished partitioned areas with minimum cabinets, lighting, and plumbing in the better qualities.

Occupancy Reference


The following is not included in the costs: Office or security equipment.








Average Concrete block or stucco on block, little trim

Low-cost partitions, acoustic tile, VCT, minimal counter and shelving

Minimum fluorescent lighting and plumbing


Good Decorative block, brick or stucco, good ornamentation

Drywall, acoustical tile, low-cost carpet or vinyl composition


Individual thru-wall heat pumps

Excellent Face brick, cut stone, heavy roof structure, shakes, tile, slate

Drywall, vinyl wall coverings, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl

Good lighting and outlets, adequate plumbing




Low Wood, metal or cheap stucco on studs, metal or composition roof

Bare office space, low-cost paneling, asphalt tile



Average Light stucco or siding on modular frame or studs, little trim







Good Stucco or wood siding on wood or steel studs, good ornamentation

Drywall, acoustical tile, low-cost carpet or vinyl composition



Excellent Half-timber, stone or brick veneer, heavy rafters, slate, tile, shakes

Drywall, vinyl wall covering, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl





Low Metal panels, sheathing on pole frame, very plain




Average Metal panels, sheathing on pole frame or studs, little trim






Low Metal panels, sheathing on steel frame, very plain




Average Steel panels, sheathing, on steel studs or self-framing, little trim




Good Good steel panels, some brick or stone trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, low-cost carpet or vinyl composition



184 Arena Shelter

These structures are open large, simple clear span riding or exercise arena shelters. A good show or exhibit facility includes some spectator viewing area commensurate with the quality level.

For lean-to extensions, use occupancy 560 (Equestrian Lean-To).

Occupancy Reference


The shelters are usually built of wood frame or metal construction without walls and dirt or sand floors. The better qualities have high-level lighting with the spectator areas having concrete flooring. These units are generally not heated.

The following are not included in the costs: Fixtures or equipment such as seating, food preparation or training equipment.









Low No walls, metal gable roof, wood, post frame and truss, wide span

Unfinished open exercise arena, sand floor

Minimum electrical and water service

None



Low No walls, steel gable roof and light truss on steel columns, wide span

Unfinished open exercise arena, sand floor


None

Average No walls, steel gable roof, and truss on steel columns, wide span

Unfinished open arena, sand floor, some paving


None




Good No walls, gable roof, heavy tapered truss and steel columns, wide span

Unfinished open show arena, sand floor, paved viewing area

Good lighting and water outlets

None

185 Truck Wash

A large truck, RV, or municipal fleet type operation self drive-thru wash with either or both an automated roll-over robot tunnel or manual wand wash. They are usually constructed of masonry, steel panels, or wood frame with siding or stucco. Costs include the basic building drive-thru shell and equipment area with concrete floor, sump and basic electrical.

The following are not included in the costs: Wash equipment, signage and yard improvements outside the building lines.

For Service Stations use occupancy 408 (Service Station), for Car Washes, Drive-Thru use occupancy 435 (Car Wash, Drive-Thru), and for Food Booths use occupancy 465 (Prefabricated Food Booth).




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 20 15 -- -- -- 20 -- Average -- -- 25 20 -- -- -- 25 -- Good -- -- 30 25 -- -- -- 30 -- Excellent -- -- 30 30 -- -- -- 30 --




Low Side walls only, concrete block, shed or flat roof, very plain

Unfinished, concrete floor, adequate drains

Adequate electrical and water service and outlets

None

Occupancy Reference



Average Open ends, block or low-cost brick, average roof cover, little trim

Unfinished, concrete floor, drains, sump


None

Good Decorative block or brick, tunnel doors, good roof and trim

Unfinished, concrete floor, good drains and sump

Good lighting and outlets, adequate water

Space heaters



Low Side walls only, low-cost siding or stucco, shed or flat roof



None

Average Open ends, stucco or siding, average roof cover



None

Good Good stucco, siding or brick veneer, tunnel doors, good roof



Space heaters



Low Side walls only, low-cost siding on steel frame, shed or flat roof



None

Average Open ends, enameled siding on light frame, little trim



None

Good Good metal and steel frame, tunnel doors, good roof and trim



Space heaters

300 Apartment (High Rise)

High Rise apartments are structures with three or more stories of multiple dwelling units. The structures are built of all construction classes. Each dwelling unit consists of its own separate



living area and kitchen facility. Normally, structures over three stories have elevators, but this depends on the height of the building and the need for transportation to the upper levels. These structures have a lobby area, interior hall access to dwelling units and some type of stairway for fire exit. Although apartments built as condominiums sometimes are required by building and zoning codes to have certain items not required for rental units, basically, "condominium" is a type of ownership and not a type of construction and the apartment costs are valid.

The following are not included in the costs: Appliances, fireplaces, canopies, balconies, swimming pools, yard improvements and any developers' or soft costs related to a type of ownership such as condominium.

This occupancy includes both shell and tenant improvement costs. To price each separately (using two separate occupancies in two separate sections), use the following occupancies:

596 Shell, Apartment (High Rise) 989 Interior Space, Apartment (High Rise)

The following are related occupancies: 984 Apartment, Luxury (High Rise) 352 Multiple Residence (Low Rise) 459 Multiple Residential Units Mixed with Retail 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise), for independent living 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise), for assisted living 330 Home for the Elderly, for high-rise assisted living 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex

Availability of Elevators by Area for this occupancy: Yes



Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 55 55 50 45 -- 50 -- 45 -- Average 55 55 50 45 -- 50 -- 45 -- Good 60 60 55 50 -- 55 -- 50 -- Excellent 60 60 55 50 -- 55 -- 50 --

Occupancy Reference





Low Very plain, brick or block, or low-cost concrete panels

Drywall, sprayed or painted ceilings, very plain, asphalt tile

Minimum uniform code, one bath per unit

Hot water

Average Little trim, brick, block, metal or concrete and glass

Drywall or plaster, average carpet and vinyl composition floors

Few electric fixtures, average plumbing, one bath per unit

Heat pump system

Good Face brick, limestone, metal or concrete and glass panels

Good interior detail, carpet, or hardwood, sheet vinyl or ceramic tile

Many good fixtures, TV jacks, good baths and kitchens


Excellent Best metal or stone, heat-absorbent or double glazing

Fine interior detail, carpet, ceramic tile, some vinyl and fine hardwood

Master antennas, fine fixtures, one full bath per bedroom




Low Very plain, brick or block or low-cost concrete panels

Drywall, sprayed or painted ceilings, very plain, asphalt tile


Hot water

Average Little trim, brick, block, metal or concrete and glass

Drywall or plaster, vinyl composition tile and average carpet

Few electric fixtures, average plumbing, one bath per unit

Heat pump system

Good Face brick, limestone, metal or concrete and glass panels

Good interior detail, carpet or hardwood, sheet vinyl or ceramic tile




Fine interior detail, carpet, ceramic tile, some vinyl and fine hardwood







Low Very plain brick or block, minimum fenestration

Drywall and painted masonry or plaster coat, asphalt tile, low-cost carpet



Average Little ornamentation, brick or block, concrete panels

Drywall or plaster, average carpet and vinyl composition

Average fixtures, one bath per unit, average circuits

Forced air

Good Brick, metal or concrete and glass panels, some trim

Drywall or plaster, good carpet or hardwood, vinyl composition, ceramic tile

Good electric & plumbing, good baths and kitchens

Heat pump system

Excellent Stone, brick, metal and glass panels, individual design

Fine interior detail, sheet vinyl, ceramic tile/carpet, paneling, fine hardwood





Low Low-cost siding or stucco

Drywall, low-cost carpet, asphalt tile



Average Frame and stucco or brick veneer, little trim, standard design

Plaster or drywall, carpet or hardwood, vinyl composition tile

Average fixtures and circuits, one bath per unit

Forced air

Good Good stucco, siding or brick veneer with ornamentation

Good drywall or plaster, carpet, good vinyl composition tile or sheet

Good fixtures, many outlets, over one bath per unit

Heat pump system

Excellent Best stucco, siding, face brick or stone veneer, brick and stone trim, individual design

Good plaster, paneling/paper, vinyl, carpeting or hardwood

TV and phone jacks, good fixtures, one bath per bedroom


Occupancy Reference


Class M (Mill Type)


Average Mill-type construction, brick and block, wood trusses


Average fixtures, one bath per unit, average circuits

Hot water

Good Mill-type construction, heavy brick walls, trusses, good sash

Drywall or plaster, good carpet or hardwood, vinyl composition, ceramic tile

Good electric & plumbing, good baths and kitchens

Heat pump system



Average Sandwich walls, fenestration to code, little trim

Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition, average cabinetry and finish


Forced air

Good Best insulated sandwich walls, good fenestration, good frame

Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition, ceramic tile


Heat pump system

301 Armory

These buildings are designed for military training. Quality is determined primarily by the amount of interior finish, although the exterior appearance and the structural support influence the cost and quality selection. Armories generally have a large arena drill floor, office area, classrooms, locker areas, secure storage and kitchen support facilities.

Armories are commonly built up to three stories using masonry, wood or steel-frame construction. In addition to adequate plumbing, the better qualities have shower facilities. Lighting usually consists of fluorescent fixtures with some recessed lighting in the office areas.

Interior finishes are either drywall or plaster, with some paneling and special moldings used in the higher quality structures.

The following are not included in the costs: Training and classroom equipment.










Average Brick, block, very plain, some trim

Some finish, office and classroom

Adequate lighting & plumbing

Space heaters

Good Brick or block, some trim, wall bearing or frame

Finished interior, office and classrooms, secured storage

Good lighting & plumbing, showers

Forced air

Excellent Face brick, good ornamentation good frame, bar or web joists

Good interior finish, offices and classrooms, indoor range and vaults

Good lighting and outlets, tiled showers and restrooms

Package A.C.



Average Wood frame and stucco or siding

Some finish, office and classroom


Space heaters

Good Stucco or brick veneer, some trim, wall bearing or frame

Finished interior, office and classrooms, secured storage

Good lighting & plumbing, showers

Forced air

Excellent Brick veneer, good ornamentation, good frame, bar or web joists

Good interior finish, offices and classrooms, indoor range and vaults


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Average Steel frame, insulated panels, some fenestration

Some interior finish, office and classroom


Space heaters

302 Auditorium

These buildings are designed for visual and voice presentations to a seated mass audience. They include a stage or arena, basic floor, lobby or foyer at the main entrance, sound system and necessary lighting. The better qualities have special lighting, sound systems and high-cost plumbing fixtures.

The following are not included in the costs: Movable floors, lights, seating, special equipment and kitchen equipment.








Average Face brick, concrete panels with trim, plain architecture

Drywall, vinyl finishes, some ornamentation, carpeting

Adequate lighting & plumbing, sound system


Good Good masonry, metal or concrete panels, good architecture

Plaster, good ornamental detail, carpeting, vinyl, terrazzo lobby

Good lighting and sound system, good plumbing





Excellent Special architecture and trim, best materials, highly ornamented

Best ornamental plaster and detail, carpeting, marble, vinyl

Special lighting and sound system, good plumbing





Drywall, vinyl finishes, some ornamentation, carpeting



Good Good masonry, metal or concrete panels, good architecture




Excellent Special architecture and trim, best materials, highly ornamented






Low Low-cost brick, block, tilt-up

Painted, acoustic and asphalt tile

Minimum lighting & plumbing

Forced air

Average Brick, block, concrete panels, little trim, good high school type

Drywall, some ornamentation, vinyl composition, terrazzo lobby


Package A.C.

Good Face brick, concrete and glass panels, good architecture




Excellent Special architecture and trim, steel frame, best masonry




Occupancy Reference




Low Low-cost stucco or siding, very plain, low-cost school type

Drywall, plywood, acoustic tile, wood or asphalt tile floors


Forced air

Average Good stucco, some trim, good high school type



Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, best stucco, good trim, ornamental front






Low Metal panels on wood pole frame

Few partitions, acoustic tile, wood or asphalt tile floors


Forced air



Low Steel or aluminum panels

Few partitions, acoustic tile


Forced air

Average Metal sandwich panels

Drywall partitions, some ornament, acoustic tile, terrazzo lobby


Package A.C.

303 Automobile Showroom

These are primarily sales and showrooms for dealerships, regardless of vehicle type (e.g., automobile, boat or farm implement). The large open areas used for display typically have storefronts. There are also some office and storage areas next to the sales cubicles.

Most are finished with drywall and plaster. Floors are finished with a combination of resilient floor covering and some terrazzo. Ceilings in the offices may be tile panels on a suspended system. Lighting is usually very similar to store and office lighting, and the better qualities have special display spotlights.



Plumbing and restrooms are adequate to service the sales, clerical and managerial personnel using the building. The higher quality showrooms may also have kitchen and/or lounge support facilities.

The following are not included in the costs: Special signage, furnishings and kitchen equipment.

For the service garage portions of a dealership, use occupancy 526 (Service Garage Shed).

For complete dealership pricing, use occupancy 455 (Auto Dealership, Complete).








Average Masonry, concrete or metal and glass, good ornamentation

Plaster, acoustic tile, terrazzo display floor, adequate office area

Good lighting and restrooms, some special fixtures




Low Brick, block, tilt-up, simple storefront, low-cost entrance

Painted walls, few drywall partitions, asphalt tile

Adequate lighting, minimum plumbing

Forced air

Average Brick, block, concrete, good storefront, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, office, sales cubicles

Store and office lighting, small restrooms

Package A.C.

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Good Brick, concrete, good storefront, good ornamentation

Plaster, acoustic tile, terrazzo display floor, good office area

Good display and office lighting, restrooms

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick or stone, good metal or concrete and glass panels

Plaster, good acoustic tile, good terrazzo, stone, rubber tile, carpet

Special lighting, good fixtures and plumbing throughout




Low Stucco or siding, simple front, low-cost entrance

Drywall, few partitions or extras


Forced air

Average Siding, veneer trim, storefront, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, office, sales cubicles

Store-type lighting, small restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Masonry veneer, best stucco or siding, good front & trim



Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, good EIFS, metal and glass panels

Plaster, good acoustic tile, good terrazzo, stone, rubber tile, carpet





Low Metal on pole frame, simple storefront, low-cost entrance

Some finish, few partitions, asphalt tile, few extras


Forced air

Average Pole frame, metal siding, storefront, some ornamentation

Fully lined and insulated, tile, vinyl composition, small office area


Package A.C.





Low Single wall, simple storefront, low-cost entrance

Drywall, few partitions or extras


Forced air

Average Sandwich panels, storefront, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, small office area


Package A.C.

Good Sandwich panels, good storefront, good ornamentation



Package A.C.

304 Bank

This occupancy also includes savings and loan institutions where the design is similar to a bank. Exteriors have some ornamentation at all quality levels with the better qualities using stone, ornamental concrete, brick and/or solar glass. The interiors have plaster or drywall with special detailing in some areas. There are some office and storage areas. The office area may be open and located in the same general area as the main banking services. Floor finishes usually are terrazzo, carpet, vinyl composition tile or vinyl sheet flooring. These buildings have drive-up windows, night depositories, surveillance systems and vaults.

Restroom interiors of the higher quality levels are tiled and have high quality commercial fixtures. Lighting is usually recessed fluorescent fixtures.

The following are not included in the costs: Vault doors, banking equipment, safe deposit boxes or exterior canopies and yard improvements.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 50 50 45 40 -- -- -- 40 -- Average 55 55 50 45 -- -- -- 45 -- Good 60 60 55 50 -- -- -- 50 -- Excellent 60 60 55 50 -- -- -- 50 --

Occupancy Reference





Low Brick, concrete, little or no trim

Plaster or drywall, vinyl composition, some carpet and pavers

Adequate lighting, minimum restroom facilities


Average Good brick, ornamental concrete, good glass, limestone trim

Plaster or drywall, good detail, terrazzo, carpet, vinyl tile

Good lighting and outlets, adequate restrooms


Good Highly ornamental, marble, granite, mosaics, best glass

Plaster or drywall, paneling, marble, terrazzo, carpet

Good fluorescent ceiling panels, good outlets, tiled restrooms




Low Brick, concrete, little or no trim


Adequate lighting, minimum restroom facilities


Average Good brick, ornamental concrete, good glass, limestone trim




Good Highly ornamental, marble, granite, mosaics, best glass

Plaster or drywall, marble, terrazzo, carpet





Low Low-cost brick, block, tilt-up, small entrance, little trim

Exposed exterior walls, acoustic ceilings, asphalt tile

Minimum bank lighting & plumbing

Package A.C.




Average Brick, block, good store-type front with some trim

Some plaster, acoustic tile, some terrazzo or tile, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and outlets, adequate restrooms, TV circuits

Package A.C.

Good Face brick or stone, good metal or concrete and glass panels

Plaster or drywall, paneling, vinyl and carpeting

Good lighting & plumbing, tiled restrooms, TV circuits


Excellent Marble or granite, bronze and solar glass, highly ornamental

Plaster and paneling, vinyl wall finishes, carpeting, terrazzo

Best lighting & closed circuit TV, quality restrooms & plumbing




Low Stucco or siding, minimum ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile, few partitions


Package A.C.

Average Brick veneer, good stucco or siding, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, good hardwood, low-cost terrazzo, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and outlets, adequate restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, metal and glass panels, EIFS, ornamental finishes

Plaster or drywall, some paneling, vinyl and carpeting

Good lighting & plumbing, tiled restrooms


Excellent Stone or face brick veneer, good metal and glass panels


Best lighting & closed circuit TV, quality restrooms & plumbing

Hot and chilled water



Low Metal panels, drywall interior, insulated

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, few partitions


Package A.C.

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Average Sandwich panels, adequate fenestration

Drywall, acoustic, vinyl composition, some pavers or ceramic


Package A.C.

Good Sandwich panels, brick trim, good fenestration

Drywall, some trim, carpet, vinyl, acoustic tile


Package A.C.

305 Barn

These are multipurpose buildings that may include dairy or livestock facilities and hay/grain storage. Costs are averages of several types. Common roof type in the better qualities is a gambrel to allow for loft areas. Higher quality barns may include lighting, plumbing, interior partitions, large openings, and plank or concrete floor systems. Lower quality barns may have dirt floors and simple gable or shed roofs.



To price in more detail using the Agricultural Estimator, use the following occupancies: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 561 Feeder Barn 469 Freestall Barn










Low Block or structural clay tile


None None

Average Brick, concrete block, structural clay tile

Unfinished, some slab or wood floor, stalls


None

Good Block or structural tile, some windows, arch or gambrel roof

Concrete floor, stalls and feed room


None

Excellent Brick or block, good fenestration, gambrel roof

Painted, concrete floor, good stalls and dairy facilities


None



Low Light wood frame and roof structure, board siding


None None




None

Good Lap siding, windows, heavy frame and roof structure, gambrel roof

Some wainscot, plank or concrete floors, stalls, feed room

Adequate lights and outlets, water service, drains

None

Excellent Best siding or brick veneer, heavy frame and roof structure

T&G wainscot, concrete floor, good stalls and dairy facilities


None





None None

Occupancy Reference


Average Pole frame, metal siding, few windows or shutters



None

Good Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, good roof



None



Low Steel siding and frame Unfinished, dirt floor, few cheap stalls

None None

Average Steel siding and frame, few windows or shutters



None

Good Steel panels on steel frame, insulated, good roof

Plank or concrete floors, stalls, feed room, interior sheathing


None

306 Bowling Center

This occupancy includes plumbing and electrical connections for restaurants, bars, billiard rooms, restrooms and miscellaneous rooms within the basic structure. Side aisles are typically found in service areas behind the pinsetters and adjacent to each lane along the exterior walls. Partitions for offices and auxiliary facilities commensurate with quality are included.

Areas designated for spectators' seating and promenades vary in size depending on design characteristics for the building and the personnel capacities. Bowling alleys typically have some type of combined heating and cooling system servicing the building. Floor finishes usually are a combination of carpet and resilient floor coverings.

The following are not included in the costs: Equipment and fixtures associated with the bowling alley, i.e., ball returns, alleys, billiard or kitchen and bar equipment.










Low Low-cost block, tilt-up

Minimal facilities, few extras

Minimum per code, snack bar

Forced air

Average Brick, block, tilt-up, little ornamentation

Painted walls, acoustic tile and asphalt tile, some carpet

Good fluorescent lighting, plumbing for kitchen and bar

Package A.C.

Good Brick, best block or tilt-up, good frame and girders, entrance

Sound-control, vinyl tile, carpet, terrazzo, many extra facilities

Extensive lighting and outlets, good restrooms and kitchens


Excellent Face brick, ornamental block, concrete, heavy frame, good entrance

Plaster, paneling, carpet, terrazzo, tile, good banquet/meeting, rec. rooms

Good lighting & plumbing, tiled restrooms and kitchens




Low Low-cost stucco or siding, composition roof, very plain

Few partitions, some vinyl comp., minimal facilities, snack bar


Forced air

Average Stucco or siding on Glulam frame with girders or trusses

Plaster or drywall, some carpet, acoustic and asphalt tile

Good fluorescent lighting, kitchen and bar plumbing

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference


Good Brick veneer or best stucco on heavy frame, good entrance

Plaster or drywall, good sound control, carpet, vinyl tile, lounge





Low Pole frame, metal panels, finished interior liner, very plain

Minimal construction, few extras, snack bar


Forced air



Low Single wall, low-cost interior finish and insulation, very plain

Few partitions, some vinyl comp., minimal facilities, snack bar


Forced air

Average Good metal panels and roof, little ornamentation, small front

Some carpet, acoustic and asphalt tile

Good fluorescent lighting, kitchen and bar plumbing

Package A.C.

Good Insulated metal sandwich panels, good frame, entrance

Plaster or drywall, good sound control, carpet, vinyl tile, lounge



308 Church with Sunday School

This occupancy includes special lighting, sound systems and some stained glass windows consistent with the overall quality of the building. They also include multipurpose social/recreational and educational classroom facilities. Because of the wide range in mix of facilities and qualities, it may be best to price each area individually, using the following occupancies:

309 (Church) 173 (Church Educational Wing) 516 (Fellowship Hall) 517 (Narthex/Foyer)

The following are not included in the costs: Pews, kitchen, classroom furnishings, organs, bells and other church equipment.










Average Concrete, metal and glass, leaded windows, stone trim

Drywall, some ornamentation, terrazzo, vinyl tile, carpeting

Adequate lighting & plumbing, classroom fixtures, sound system

Package A.C.

Good Stone, good curtain walls, good stained glass and trim

Ornamental plaster and detail, marble, carpeting, vinyl tile

Special lighting, sound system, good classroom outlets, plumbing






Adequate lighting & plumbing, classroom fixtures, sound system

Package A.C.





Occupancy Reference




Low Low-cost brick or block, composition roof, very plain

Painted masonry, plywood trim, asphalt tile, very plain classrooms

Minimum lighting & plumbing, classroom features

Forced air

Average Brick or block, stone trim, few simple stained glass windows

Drywall, vinyl composition tile, little ornamental detail, std. classrooms

Adequate lighting & plumbing, low-cost sound

Package A.C.

Good Face brick or block, stone trim, good windows and architecture

Good plaster and detail, vinyl tile, carpeting, terrazzo, good classrooms

Good lighting and sound system, good classroom fixtures, plumbing


Excellent Fine masonry and windows, special architecture and trim

Finest plaster and fine wood detail, carpeting, marble, vinyl tile






Drywall and plywood, asphalt and acoustic tile, minimum classrooms


Forced air

Average Stucco or siding, few stained-glass windows, some trim

Drywall and veneers, vinyl composition tile, little trim, standard classrooms


Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, best stucco or siding, good windows and architecture

Good plaster or wood, vinyl tile, carpeting, terrazzo, good classrooms

Good lighting and sound system, good classroom fixtures, plumbing


Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, fine windows, special architecture

Ornamental plaster and fine detail, carpet, marble, vinyl







Low Pole frame, good metal panels, finished inside, little trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile, few extras, minimum classrooms


Forced air



Low Good metal panels and roof, finished interior, some trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, composition tile, few extras, minimum classrooms


Forced air

Average Insulated sandwich panels, few stained glass windows

Drywall partitions, vinyl composition and acoustic tile, standard classrooms


Package A.C.

Good Good sandwich panels, good windows and trim

Good drywall or wood, vinyl tile, carpeting, terrazzo, good classrooms

Good lighting, sound system, good classroom fixtures, plumbing


309 Church

This occupancy includes special lighting, sound systems and some stained glass windows consistent with the overall quality of the building. Included in the costs are some kind of kitchen, social, meeting, and office facilities commensurate with the quality.

The following are not included in the costs: Pews, kitchen, organs, bells and other church equipment.

For churches with classrooms, use occupancy 308 (Church with Sunday School).




Occupancy Reference









Package A.C.



Special lighting, sound system, good plumbing



Finest plaster and wood detail, carpeting, marble, vinyl tile








Package A.C.



Special lighting, sound system, good plumbing










Low Low-cost brick or block, composition roof, very plain

Painted masonry, plywood trim, asphalt tile, very plain

Minimum lighting & plumbing, low-cost sound

Forced air

Average Brick or block, stone trim, few simple stained glass windows

Drywall, vinyl composition tile, little ornamental detail, carpet

Adequate lighting & plumbing, adequate sound system

Package A.C.

Good Face brick or block, stone trim, good windows and architecture

Good plaster and detail, vinyl tile, carpeting, terrazzo

Good lighting & plumbing, good sound system



Finest plaster & fine wood detail, carpeting, marble, vinyl tile






Drywall and plywood, asphalt and acoustic tile


Forced air

Average Stucco or siding, few stained-glass windows, some trim

Drywall and veneers, vinyl composition tile, little trim, carpet


Package A.C.


Good plaster or wood, vinyl tile, carpeting, terrazzo




Ornamental plaster and fine detail, carpet, marble, vinyl



Occupancy Reference





Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile, few extras


Forced air

Average Pole frame, best metal panels, few stained glass windows

Drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet


Package A.C.



Low Good metal panels and roof, finished interior, some trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl tile, few extras


Forced air

Average Insulated sandwich panels, few stained glass windows

Drywall partitions, vinyl composition and acoustic tile, some carpet


Package A.C.

Good Good sandwich panels, good windows and trim

Good drywall or wood, vinyl tile, carpeting, terrazzo



310 City Club

These are private hotels that have dining, gymnasium and library facilities. Average quality city clubs are similar to large YMCA or YWCA buildings. Exteriors are brick, stone, concrete, metal and glass or precast panels. Interiors are usually nicely finished, with plaster or drywall and a large amount of paneling or wall coverings. Most have good service areas that include good lighting, plumbing fixtures and steam rooms. Commonly, they have combined heating and cooling systems.

The following are not included in the costs: Swimming pools, kitchen equipment and exercise equipment.






Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 45 45 40 -- -- -- -- -- -- Average 50 50 45 -- -- -- -- -- -- Good 60 60 50 -- -- -- -- -- -- Excellent 60 60 50 -- -- -- -- -- --




Average Brick, stone, metal or precast panels, little trim

Plaster or drywall, carpeting, good lounge and public area, gym

Adequate, steam room, gym, add for swimming pool


Good Face brick or stone veneer, best metal and glass, concrete

Good plaster, paneling, carpet, fine detail, add for Olympic pool

TV and phone jacks in rooms, excellent service and fixtures




Average Brick, stone, metal or precast panels, little trim

Plaster or drywall, carpeting, good lounge and public areas, gym

Adequate, steam room, gym, add for swimming pool


Good Face brick, stone or concrete and glass, good trim and entrance

Good plaster, paneling, carpet, good detail, add for Olympic pool

TV and phone jacks in rooms, good service and fixtures


311 Clubhouse

Clubhouses are general-purpose recreation buildings, such as community halls/centers and veterans’ organization buildings. These buildings generally have light kitchen facilities, large multi-purpose general use room with stage, and multiple restrooms. Better quality clubhouses have moveable partition walls and some small meeting rooms or offices.

The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen and stage equipment.

Occupancy Reference


The following are related occupancies: 323 Fraternal Building 514 Community Recreation Center 985 Senior Clubhouse Center








Low Brick, block, tilt-up, no trim

Painted walls, concrete floor


Wall furnace

Average Brick, block, concrete panels, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, concrete slab

Adequate lighting & plumbing, average restrooms/kitchen

Forced air

Good Face brick, concrete or metal panels, ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, small stage, vinyl composition

Tiled restrooms, good kitchen, adequate lighting & plumbing

Heat pump system

Excellent Face brick, glass panels, stone, top quality

Plaster, terrazzo, tile pavers, hardwood, carpet, stage

Tiled restrooms, full kitchen, special lighting





Drywall, concrete slab Minimum lighting & plumbing

Wall furnace



Average Brick veneer, stucco or siding, little trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, concrete slab


Forced air

Good Brick veneer, good stucco or siding, ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, vinyl composition, small stage

Tiled restrooms, good kitchen, adequate lighting & plumbing

Heat pump system

Excellent Stone or brick veneer, metal and glass panels, best quality






Low Metal skin on pole frame and truss, some interior finish

Few partitions, concrete slab, part ceiling

Minimum electric & plumbing




Low Metal skin on pre-engineered frame, some interior finish

Few partitions, concrete slab, part ceiling

Minimum electric & plumbing


Average Insulated sandwich panels, pre-engineered frame

Gypsum or plywood, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, average restrooms & kitchen

Forced air

Good Insulated sandwich panels, some trim

Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition, small stage

Adequate lighting & plumbing, good kitchen & restrooms

Heat pump system

Excellent Best sandwich panels, good fenestration and ornamentation

Drywall, terrazzo, tile pavers, hardwood, carpet, stage



313 Convalescent Hospital

This occupancy includes rest homes, sanitariums, nursing homes and buildings of hospital type construction that give nursing care. They are designed for bed care and/or hotel and nursing care for ambulatory patients. They have treatment and therapy rooms, service and administration

Occupancy Reference


areas, nurses' stations and signaling systems commensurate with the building class and quality. These facilities do not have equipment for surgical care and treatment.

Exterior and interior finishes are very similar to hospitals in terms of the materials used. While most have some type of combined heating and cooling system, lower quality units may have heating only.

The following are not included in the costs: Furniture, and equipment such as therapy or kitchen equipment, etc. that are not permanently attached.

The following are related occupancies: 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise), for independent living 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise), for assisted living 330 Home for the Elderly, for high-rise assisted living 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex








Average Brick, concrete, metal and glass, little ornamentation

Hospital without surgical facilities, good lounge areas

Signal system, therapy facilities, adequate lighting & plumbing


Good Face brick, stone trim, good metal or concrete with good glazing

Plaster or drywall, vinyl and ceramic walls, carpet and vinyl floors

Signal system, therapy facilities, good lighting & plumbing






Average Brick, concrete, metal and glass, little ornamentation

Hospital without surgical facilities, acoustic and vinyl tile



Good Face brick, stone trim, good metal or concrete with good glazing

Plaster or drywall, vinyl and ceramic walls, carpet and vinyl floors





Low Brick, block, tilt-up, little ornamentation, simple entrance

Painted walls, some plaster or drywall, acoustic and asphalt tile

Minimum lighting & plumbing, minimum hospital facilities

Forced air

Average Brick, block, some metal and glass, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

Good Metal and glass, brick, stone trim, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, enamel or vinyl walls, vinyl floor, some carpet



Excellent Highly ornamental metal or concrete panels and glass

Plaster, vinyl and ceramic wall finishes, carpet and vinyl floors





Low Stucco or siding, little trim or ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic and asphalt tile, minimum detail

Adequate lighting & plumbing, minimum extra facilities

Forced air

Average Good stucco or wood siding with brick or stone trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, signal system, some extras

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Good Brick veneer, EIFS, metal and glass, good entrance and trim

Plaster or drywall, good ceilings and floor covering



Excellent Face brick, stone, metal and glass, highly ornamental

Plaster, vinyl and ceramic wall finishes, carpet and vinyl floors








Forced air



Low Insulated metal panels, little or no ornamentation



Forced air

Average Sandwich panels with brick or stone trim

Drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

314 Country Club

Country clubs are designed for entertainment and have few, if any, sleeping rooms. Group entertainment normally requires good kitchen facilities, minimum restrooms with or without lockers and showers, and large general use rooms. They typically have small offices and meeting rooms. Higher quality structures have a ballroom, bar, banquet and pro shop facilities, as well as extensive locker and shower rooms. The following are not included in the costs: Balconies, fireplaces, swimming pools, lockers, kitchen, bar equipment and pro shop fixtures.










Low Concrete block or low-cost brick, very plain

Unfinished block, drywall partitions, minimum facilities

Minimum shower and locker rooms, minimum lighting

Forced air

Average Brick or block, concrete panels, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpet and vinyl composition

Adequate lighting, showers, bars, kitchen, adequate restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Stone trim, brick, metal or concrete panels and glass

Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, vinyl composition

Good lighting, bar, dining room, kitchen, good plumbing

Heat pump system

Excellent Ashlar and face brick, metal and glass, top architecture

Plaster, quality carpet, hardwood, ceramic tile, sheet vinyl

High-capacity electrical service, fine electric & plumbing fixtures

Warm and cool air




Drywall, vinyl composition, few partitions, minimum facilities


Forced air

Average Good stucco or siding, some brick or stone trim

Plaster or drywall, some carpet, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting, showers, bar, kitchen, adequate restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, best stucco or siding, ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpeting, hardwood, vinyl composition

Good lighting, bar, dining room, kitchen, good plumbing

Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference



Excellent Ashlar or face brick veneer, top architecture, much glass

Plaster, quality carpet, hardwood, ceramic tile, sheet vinyl

High-capacity electrical service, fine electrical/plumbing fixtures




Low Enameled metal siding, finished interior, insulated

Drywall, rubber, vinyl composition, exposed concrete

Minimum electrical/plumbing, minimum facilities

Forced air

Average Insulated metal sandwich panels, steel frame, some trim

Drywall, carpet, cork, rubber, vinyl composition

Average quality and quantity, adequate facilities

Package A.C.

315 Creamery

These buildings are designed for milk processing, butter making and other related dairy product production. They contain the necessary plumbing and electrical to operate the facility and have built-in refrigerator rooms. They are built of masonry, wood or steel frame construction and typically have plaster interiors. Floor finishes are commonly tile or epoxy over a concrete slab. The better qualities have designated lab, process, storage and distribution areas.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings and processing equipment. Availability of Elevators by Area for this occupancy: No









Average Brick, concrete, solid construction

Plaster ceilings, tile floors, wainscot in production areas

Good lighting and plumbing, many outlets, lab

Steam



Low Low-cost brick, block, tilt-up, no trim, wood rafters

Painted walls, slab floor, partly finished ceiling, chiller room

Minimum electrical and plumbing

Space heaters

Average Brick, block, little trim, steel or wood trusses or joists

Plaster walls and ceiling, epoxy and tile on concrete floor, freezer room

Adequate lighting, plumbing, power outlets and drains

Steam

Good Brick, block, concrete, retail entrance and storefront

Plaster, tile floors and wainscot, freezer and cooler rooms

Good lighting and plumbing, many outlets and drains, lab

Steam



Low Stucco or siding, no trim, light roof structure

Plaster or gypsum board, concrete slab, chiller room

Minimum lighting and outlets, minimum plumbing

Space heaters

Average Brick veneer, good stucco, insulated, wood truss and rafters

Plaster walls and ceiling, some tile, concrete floor, freezer room


Steam

Good Brick veneer, good stucco and trim, EIFS, retail entrance and storefront



Steam

Occupancy Reference




Low Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, lined

Plaster or gypsum board, concrete slab, chiller room


Space heaters

Average Rigid steel frame, insulated siding or sandwich panels, good roof

Plaster walls and ceiling, some tile, concrete floor, freezer room


Steam

Good Good steel frame, sandwich panels, retail entrance and storefront



Steam

316 Dairy

These buildings are designed for the milking of cows and first stage milk processing. Most, except for the lower quality units, have the capability for short-term storage. The structures are built to comply with state health and sanitation codes.

Usually built of masonry or wood frame construction, they have contoured concrete floors with epoxy or tile finishes. The better qualities have high level lighting, cow washes, restrooms, showers, pipe stanchions and milk piping. These units are generally not heated.

The costs include installed piping and electrical circuits, but do not include milking equipment and milk storage or processing equipment.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 113 Loafing Shed 114 Milkhouse Shed

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 561 Feeder Barn 469 Freestall Barn 440 Milkhouse










Low Clay tile, concrete block, half walls, wood shutters and rafters

Painted walls, concrete milking floor, milking parlor only, no storage

Minimum electrical and plumbing service, wood stanchions

None

Average Brick, concrete block or clay tile, light wood trusses


Adequate lighting and plumbing, pipe stanchions

None

Good Brick, concrete block, insulated roof

Plaster walls in cooler/storage room, contoured concrete floor with drains

Good lighting and plumbing, pipe stanchions, milk piping

None

Excellent Brick or stucco on block, insulated heavy roof structure

Ceramic and epoxy finishes, contoured concrete floor, plaster ceiling

High-level lighting, hot water, cow wash, restrooms and showers

None



Low Wood siding or plywood on light wood frame, shutters

Some wainscot, concrete floor, milking barn only, no storage

Minimum electrical and plumbing services, wood stanchions

None

Occupancy Reference



Average Stucco or siding, wood frame and rafters, windows or shutters

Plaster wainscot, cooler and washroom, good concrete floor


None

Good Good stucco or siding, some trim, wood or steel frame

Plaster walls, cooler and storage, contoured concrete floor


None

Excellent Best sidings or veneer, good roof structure, fully insulated

Ceramic and epoxy finishes, contoured concrete floors, plaster ceiling


None



Low Pole frame, metal siding, some wainscot, shutters

Little interior finish, concrete milking floor, milking barn only

Minimum electrical and plumbing services, wood stanchions

None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, windows or good shutters

Gypsum board or plaster, wainscot in cooler and washroom


None

Good Pole frame, good metal siding and sheathing, insulated

Plaster or gypsum board, cooler and storage, contoured concrete floor


None

Excellent Best metal siding on pole frame, fully insulated, sheathed

Ceramic and epoxy finishes, contoured concrete floors, plaster ceiling


None



Low Steel siding, light frame, some wainscot, shutters

Little interior finish, concrete milking floor, milking barn only

Minimum electrical and plumbing wood stanchions

None




Average Steel siding, windows or good shutters

Gypsum board or plaster, wainscot in cooler and washroom


None

Good Good steel siding, full sheathing, insulated

Plaster or gypsum board, cooler and storage, contoured concrete floor


None

Excellent Good steel siding and sheathing, fully insulated

Ceramic and epoxy finishes, contoured floors, plaster ceiling


None

317 Dairy Sales Building

These buildings are drive-up store buildings designed for sale and limited storage of dairy products. They may have storefront entrances with plaster walls, acoustic tile ceilings and a resilient floor finish. They also have typical store lighting and restrooms, and generally have high capacity electrical service.

The cost includes the built-in refrigerators, but does not include freestanding refrigerators, display cases, special fixtures, signs and equipment.





Occupancy Reference





Average Brick, concrete block, store or drive-up front

Plaster, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, built-in refrigerated storage

Store lighting & plumbing, restroom

Package A.C.



Average Stucco or siding, store or drive-up front

Plaster, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, built-in refrigerated storage


Package A.C.



Average Good colored steel panels, drive-up front

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition, built-in refrigerated storage


Package A.C.

318 Department Store

These buildings are often two or more stories designed to display and sell multiple lines of merchandise. The front elevations usually vary with the quality of the store. The higher quality department stores have large, ornate display areas and fronts while, at the average quality level, the displays are relatively smaller.

Most department stores have elevators and escalators. Floor coverings are a mixture of carpet and resilient tile, with the better qualities utilizing high-traffic type floor finishes such as terrazzo. Department stores generally have combined heating and cooling systems and good store lighting. Allowances are included for suitable office and employee areas and restroom facilities.

The following are related occupancies: 319 Discount Store 353 Retail Store 458 Warehouse Discount Store 534 Warehouse Showroom Store 700 Mall Anchor Department Store



The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs, trade fixtures and retail or food service equipment.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 50 50 45 -- -- -- -- -- -- Average 50 50 45 -- -- -- -- -- -- Good 55 55 50 -- -- -- -- -- -- Excellent 55 55 50 -- -- -- -- -- --




Average Brick, concrete or metal and glass, shallow displays

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl tile, some carpet

Adequate store lighting and restrooms


Good Brick, concrete, or metal and glass, good display fronts

Plaster, acoustic plaster or tile ceiling, carpet and vinyl floors

Good lighting and outlets, tiled restrooms


Excellent Stone, face brick, best metal and glass, fine display fronts

Best plaster, vinyl and ornamental finishes, terrazzo, carpet

High luminosity, many good outlets, tiled restrooms




Average Brick, concrete or metal and glass, shallow displays

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl tile, some carpet

Adequate store lighting and restrooms


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Good Brick, concrete, or metal and glass, good display fronts

Plaster, acoustic plaster or tile ceiling, carpet and vinyl floors

Good lighting and outlets, tiled restrooms


Excellent Stone, face brick, best metal and glass, fine display fronts

Best plaster, vinyl and ornamental finishes, terrazzo, carpet

High luminosity, many good outlets, tiled restrooms




Average Brick, stucco on block, concrete panels, adequate displays

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, some carpet, vinyl or ceramic

Adequate lighting and restrooms, competitive fixtures


Good Brick, concrete, metal panels, good display fronts

Plaster, acoustic tile ceilings, carpet and vinyl tile

Good lighting and outlets, good restrooms


Excellent Stone, face brick, metal or concrete panels, good fronts

Plaster, acoustic plaster or tile, carpet and vinyl floors

High-intensity lighting, good quality plumbing


319 Discount Store

These buildings are generally built as large, open shell one-story structures. Even though departments commonly divide areas in better discount stores, they generally do not match the quality of construction found in department stores.

The better qualities will have some storefront and well-finished interiors. Some storage and office areas commensurate with the overall quality of the building are included.

The following are related occupancies: 318 Department Store 353 Retail Store 458 Warehouse Discount Store 534 Warehouse Showroom Store 700 Mall Anchor Department Store

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs, trade fixtures and checkout or food service equipment.










Average Tilt-up panels, brick, good front, some ornamentation

Acoustic tile, vinyl tile, some built-ins and extras

Adequate lighting, outlets, and plumbing

Package A.C.



Low Minimum block or tilt-up, pipe or wood columns

Painted exterior walls, minimum finish and office


Forced air

Average Brick or block, tilt-up, wood or steel columns and trusses

Drywall, small office area, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and restrooms, competitive fixtures

Package A.C.

Good Brick, good tilt-up, steel columns, wide spans

Plaster, good offices, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl composition





Low Stucco or siding on studs, small front

Drywall, few partitions, minimum finish and office


Forced air

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Average Good stucco or siding on wood frame or heavy studs

Drywall, small office area, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Brick or stone veneer, wood or steel columns and trusses

Plaster or drywall, good offices, good acoustic tile, vinyl or rubber





Low Pole frame, metal siding, lined, small front



Forced air



Low Steel panels, partly finished on interior, small front



Forced air

Average Sandwich panels, plain front

Few partitions, small office area, acoustic tile and vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Good sandwich panels, frame, some ornamentation

Drywall, good offices, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl composition



320 Dispensary

These are buildings designed for urgent care or emergency first aid and medical treatment. Typically, they do not have facilities for surgery, although the better qualities may have some small surgical capabilities. They do generally have some office space.

Floor coverings are either ceramic tile or some type of resilient floor finish throughout the structure. Lighting and plumbing are adequate for emergency first aid use. The following are not included in the costs: Medical equipment, surgery facilities and emergency power facilities.










Average Brick, precast panels, metal and glass, little trim

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some ceramic pavers

Adequate lighting & plumbing for emergency first aid and care


Good Brick, metal and glass, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, good enamel or vinyl walls, ceramic, vinyl, rubber tile

Good lighting & plumbing, first aid and overnight care




Average Brick, block, tilt-up, very plain finish

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile

Adequate lighting & plumbing for emergency first aid

Forced air

Good Brick or block, good fenestration, some trim

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some ceramic pavers


Package A.C.

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Average Stucco or siding, very plain



Forced air

Good Brick veneer, or best stucco or siding

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, ceramic tile, vinyl composition


Package A.C.



Average Metal siding, finished interior

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile

Adequate lighting & plumbing for emergency first aid

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321 Dormitory

These buildings include college and boarding school residence halls, intern or nurses' quarters, and military service quarters. They generally have a lounge and frequently have common dining facilities.

In the better qualities, the rooms are soundproof, furniture is built-in, baths are tiled and painted, halls, lounges and rooms are carpeted. Plaster and drywall are the most common wall finishes used. The amount of detail on the interior is commensurate with the overall quality. The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen equipment, swimming pools and recreation room equipment.










Low Brick or concrete panels, very plain, painted interior

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition floors

Painted shower rooms, half baths in living units

Hot water

Average Brick, steel or concrete panels, some ornamentation

Drywall or plaster walls/ceiling, vinyl composition, carpeting

One bath for three students, average electrical service


Good Face brick, metal or concrete panels, ornamental fronts

Soundproofed rooms, carpeted halls and lounges, good detail

Good bathrooms, good electrical/plumbing fixtures


Excellent Stone, best brick, good metal panels, best designs

Soundproofed rooms, carpeting, built-in furniture, fine lounges

Tiled bathrooms, paired baths, good electrical and plumbing




Low Brick or concrete panels, very plain, painted interior

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition floors

Painted shower rooms, half baths in living units

Hot water

Average Brick, steel or concrete panels, some ornamentation

Drywall or plaster walls/ceiling, vinyl composition, carpeting

One bath for three students, average electrical service


Good Face brick, metal or concrete panels, ornamental fronts

Soundproofed rooms, carpeted halls and lounges, good detail



Excellent Stone, best brick, good metal panels, best designs




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Low Brick, block, precast concrete, very plain

Exposed block, drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Minimum number and quality of fixtures

Forced air

Average Brick, steel or concrete panels, little trim

Plaster or drywall, carpeted halls, acoustic tile

Standard electrical/plumbing fixtures, some tile and extras

Hot water

Good Face brick, metal or concrete panels, good design

Carpeted halls and lounges, good detail, plaster or drywall



Excellent Stone, best brick, metal or concrete panels, best designs






Low Stucco or siding, very plain, simple entrance

Drywall, vinyl composition, minimum finish

Minimum number and quality of fixtures

Forced air

Average Brick veneer or stucco with some trim

Plaster or drywall, carpeted halls, acoustic tile

Standard electrical/plumbing fixtures, some tile and extras

Hot water

Good Brick veneer or best stucco with trim, good ornamentation

Carpeted halls and lounges, plaster or drywall, good detail

Good bathrooms, good electrical service


Excellent Stone or brick veneer, metal and glass, individual design

Carpeting, built-in furniture, good lounge and decoration







Average Sandwich panels, some trim

Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition, acoustic tile ceilings

Standard electrical and plumbing fixtures

Hot water

322 Fire Station, Staffed

This occupancy is used by a full-time fire department. The buildings are designed for engine storage, dormitory and light kitchen facilities. The better quality fire stations are able to serve as a command post for major fire control.

Average quality fire stations are similar to company size fire units in city areas and are also equipped for 24-hour watch.

The number of kitchens, showers and offices found in the building is commensurate with the size of the fire station and the number of personnel in the fire unit.

For volunteer staffing, use occupancy 427 (Fire Station, Volunteer).

The following are not included in the costs: Training towers and kitchen equipment. Availability of Elevators by Area for this occupancy: No







Average Precast concrete, brick, limestone trim, some ornamentation

Kitchen, showers, offices, plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl tile


Hot water

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Good Good metal and glass, concrete, some good stone, good entrance

Fully equipped, kitchen, tile showers, offices, major command post

Good lighting and outlets, good plumbing




Low Brick, block, tilt-up, very plain

Minimum watch type or emergency medical service, small finished areas


Wall furnace

Average Brick, block, concrete, some ornamentation

Small living and administrative areas, drywall and asphalt tile


Forced air

Good Face brick, stone, metal and glass, ornamental trim

Kitchen, showers, offices, plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl tile


Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, stone, architectural concrete, good entrance






Low Stucco or siding, little trim

Drywall, small finished areas, minimum watch type or EMS


Wall furnace

Average Brick veneer, good stucco or siding with brick trim

Drywall and acoustic tile, small living and administrative areas


Forced air

Good Brick veneer, best stucco or siding with good trim

Kitchen, showers, offices, drywall or plaster, vinyl tile

Good lighting & plumbing

Package A.C.




Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, good entrance






Low Pole frame, metal siding, some interior finish and insulation

Minimum watch type, drywall, small finished areas


Wall furnace


Drywall and acoustic tile, some living and office area


Forced air



Low Metal exterior, some interior finish and insulation

Minimum watch type, drywall, small finished areas


Wall furnace

Average Sandwich panels, or finished interior, some ornamentation

Drywall and acoustic tile, some living and office area


Forced air

Good Good sandwich panels, good entrance and trim

Kitchen, showers, offices, paneling, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl tile


Package A.C.

323 Fraternal Building

These large multi-purpose buildings are designed for use by fraternal organizations. They generally have an auditorium, kitchen, dining, game rooms and offices. They also often have a large meeting room with movable partitions.

If the building consists primarily of a small auditorium with few additional rooms, use occupancy 311 (Clubhouse). If the building has many sleeping rooms or apartments, use occupancy 310 (City Club).

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The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, kitchen equipment, lockers and athletic equipment. The following are related occupancies:

311 Clubhouse 514 Community Recreation Center 985 Senior Clubhouse Center








Average Brick, concrete, metal and glass, some ornamentation

Drywall, asphalt tile, hardwood, auditorium, kitchen and game rooms






Drywall, asphalt tile, hardwood, auditorium, kitchen and game rooms





Low Low-cost brick, block, concrete



Forced air




Average Brick, block, concrete panels, some ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood and asphalt tile, kitchen


Package A.C.

Good Face brick, ornamental trim, good entrance, lobby

Good finish and detail, carpeting and tile, auditorium, good kitchen

Good fluorescent lighting, good plumbing and restrooms


Excellent Marble, stone, metal and glass, very decorative

Excellent finish and detail, carpet, terrazzo, vinyl, fine kitchen

Best lighting and sound systems, good plumbing




Low Low-cost wood or stucco

Drywall, acoustic and asphalt tile


Forced air

Average Stucco, some brick or stone trim, small entrance

Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, kitchen and game rooms


Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer or best stucco with trim, good entrance

Good finish and detail, carpet, vinyl, auditorium, good kitchen





Low Metal skin on pole frame and truss, finished interior

Drywall, acoustic and resilient tile, small kitchen and game rooms


Forced air






Forced air

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Average Metal sandwich panels

Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, kitchen and game rooms


Package A.C.

324 Fraternity House

These structures are very similar in design to residential structures. The family-style nature of the kitchens, dining areas, and lounge rooms differs from dormitories. They differ from residential structures by their multiple sleeping units and the expanded plumbing to service more than one student per bath.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces and kitchen equipment. Availability of Elevators by Area for this occupancy: No







Average Brick or block, little trim, good fenestration

Plaster or drywall, painted block, carpet, vinyl composition

Adequate, shower rooms, residential lighting circuits

Hot water

Good Face brick, stone trim, good fenestration and design

Plaster or drywall, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition, good detail

Good electrical/plumbing fixtures, three students per bath


Excellent Stone, best brick and design, ornamental front

Soundproofed rooms, extra features, good lounge

Paired baths, tiled, good electrical and plumbing






Average Stucco or siding, little trim

Plaster or drywall, some carpet


Hot water

Good Good stucco or siding with trim, brick veneer, ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition, good detail

Good electrical/plumbing fixtures, three students per bath


Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, fine windows, ornamental front

Fine interior detail, ceramic tile, carpet, paneling, fine hardwood

Good fixtures, many outlets, one full bath per bedroom


325 Service Garage (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies instead: 528 Service Repair Garage 527 Municipal Service Garage 526 Service Garage Shed

These buildings are designed primarily for vehicular repair and maintenance. The lower qualities are small independent commercial garages, while the better qualities include large municipal service garage facilities.





326 Storage Garage

These buildings are designed for live and dead load storage of automobiles. Built of all classes of construction, they have some unfinished partitioned office areas using masonry or wood frame walls, with minimum lighting and plumbing.

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The following is not included in the costs: Hoists.








Average Brick, reinforced concrete, little ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, masonry partitions, small office and service area

Low lighting levels, minimum plumbing

Space heaters



Average Brick, block, tilt-up, plain facade

Unfinished, small partitioned office area, concrete floors

Low-level lighting, minimum plumbing

Space heaters



Average Wood frame, stucco or siding, plain facade



Space heaters



Class M (Mill Type)


Average Mill-type frame, brick, plain facade

Painted walls, mill-type floors, masonry partitions


Space heaters



Average Single-wall construction, enameled steel or aluminum


Low-level lighting, minimum plumbing

Space heaters

327 Governmental Building

These buildings include city halls, courthouses, etc., but do not include typical office or service buildings. They may be massive buildings or buildings utilizing modern exterior curtain walls. The better qualities have well-finished chambers and hearing rooms, as well as executive offices, while average quality governmental buildings have only a few decorative features.

These buildings are built using all classes of construction. Exteriors vary with the building class; typical finishes include marble, granite, concrete, metal and glass panels, concrete block and various types of masonry veneer.

Interiors commonly utilize high-use floor covers such as terrazzo, marble, carpet, ceramic tile and, in some cases, resilient flooring. Most, except the low quality governmental buildings, have combined heating and cooling systems.

The following are not included in the costs: Office and kitchen equipment. Availability of Elevators by Area for this occupancy: Yes




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Average Brick, concrete panels, metal and glass, little ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, little paneling, vinyl composition, some carpet

Adequate lighting and outlets, some tiled restrooms



Plaster or drywall, some paneled offices, vinyl and carpet

Good lighting and outlets, good tiled restrooms


Excellent Highly ornamental, marble, granite, best metal and glass

Plaster, marble trim, ornate detail, terrazzo, carpet, vinyl floors

Best lighting and outlets, tiled restrooms, many fixtures


Class B Reinforced Concrete Frame)


Low Precast concrete, block, little trim

Plaster or drywall, few paneled offices, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and outlets, adequate plumbing



Plaster or drywall, little paneling, vinyl composition, some carpet

Adequate lighting and outlets, some tiled restrooms



Plaster or drywall, some paneled offices, vinyl and carpet



Excellent Highly ornamental, marble, granite, best metal and glass

Plaster, marble trim, ornate detail, terrazzo, carpet, vinyl floors








Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile


Package A.C.

Average Brick, block, concrete, metal and glass, good entrance

Plaster or drywall, some paneled offices, vinyl composition



Good Best ornamental masonry, good metal and glass

Plaster or drywall, good detail and paneling, terrazzo, vinyl tile



Excellent Marble or granite, best metal and glass, highly decorative

Plaster, marble trim, paneling, terrazzo, carpet, vinyl floors






Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile


Forced air

Average Brick veneer, ornamental stucco, EIFS, metal and glass

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, some paneling, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

Good Face brick or stone veneer, fine fenestration

Plaster or drywall, vinyl, paneling, carpet, vinyl composition



Excellent Best masonry veneer, metal and glass, fine fenestration

Plaster, marble trim, paneling, terrazzo, carpet, vinyl floors



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Low Insulated wall or sandwich panels, adequate fenestration

Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile


Forced air

Average Sandwich panels, good fenestration, some brick or stone

Plaster or drywall, some paneled offices, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

328 Storage Hangar

These buildings are designed primarily for aircraft storage and light maintenance and repair. The highest quality storage hangars are for line servicing of large commercial airplanes. Storage hangars have some office area, storage area and restroom and plumbing facilities for small crews of maintenance personnel.

The following are not included in the costs: Maintenance equipment and cranes. Availability of Elevators by Area for this occupancy: No







Low Block, cheap brick, tilt-up, light roof

Concrete or asphalt floor, few extras

Minimum electrical and water

None

Average Pilasters or steel frame, block, tilt-up, wood or steel trusses

Painted, small office, concrete floor


None




Good Steel frame, concrete panels or brick, heavy structure

Offices, heavy floor Good electrical and plumbing

Space heaters

Excellent Structural steel, concrete panels, major jet hangars

Offices, few partitions, heavy floor


Space heaters



Low Wood frame, stucco or siding, light roof structure



None

Average Frame and stucco or siding, light and medium aircraft hangars

Small office, concrete floor


None



Lowest Pole frame, metal siding

Unfinished, partially floored

Minimum electrical None

Low Metal siding on pole frame, windows, light aircraft hangar

Shop area, light floor, few extras, some interior wall finish


None



Lowest Light metal frame, siding

Unfinished, partially floored


Low Pre-engineered, steel siding, light roof structure



None

Average Steel frame and siding, light and medium aircraft hangars

Small office, concrete floor


None

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Good Structural steel, steel siding, heavy aircraft hangars

Offices, heavy floor Good electrical and plumbing

Space heaters

Excellent Structural steel, heavy steel siding, major jet hangars

Offices, few partitions, heavy floor


Space heaters

329 Hangar, Maintenance and Office

These hangars are similar to storage hangars, but include more plumbing, electrical and interior construction costs. These hangars are used for complete maintenance and repair functions. The higher quality hangars are the main base facilities for commercial airlines and include a large amount of interior construction. They include suitable office, locker, break and restroom areas, secure storage facilities, and electrical, plumbing, heating and utilities to accommodate large maintenance crews.

The following are not included in the costs: Personnel lifts, hoists, security equipment and furnishings. Availability of Elevators by Area for this occupancy: No







Low Concrete block, low-cost brick, tilt-up, light roof structure

Some partitions, few extras, concrete or asphalt floor

Minimum lighting & plumbing, power outlets

Space heaters




Average Pilasters or steel frame, block, tilt-up, wood or steel trusses

Painted, few partitions, small office, concrete floor

Power outlets, drains, restroom

Space heaters

Good Steel frame, concrete panels or brick, heavy structure

Supply rooms, offices, heavy floor, storage and repair

Good electrical and plumbing

Space heaters

Excellent Structural steel, concrete panels, major jet hangars

Supply rooms, offices, heavy floor, craneways

Many power outlets, good lighting & plumbing

Package A.C.



Low Wood frame, stucco or siding, light roof structure


Minimum electrical and plumbing, power outlets

Space heaters

Average Frame and stucco or siding, light and medium aircraft hangars

Small office, few partitions, concrete floor


Space heaters



Low Steel frame, steel siding, light roof structure


Minimum electrical and plumbing, power outlets

Space heaters

Average Steel frame and siding, light and medium aircraft hangars

Small office, few partitions, concrete floor


Space heaters

Good Structural steel, steel siding, heavy aircraft hangars

Supply rooms, offices, heavy floor, storage and repair

Good electrical and plumbing

Space heaters

Excellent Structural steel, heavy steel siding, major jet hangars

Supply rooms, offices, heavy floor, craneways


Package A.C.

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330 Home for the Elderly

These structures include mid- to high-rise congregate housing for the elderly. They typically consist of one or two room suites with limited individual and common kitchen and dining areas, lounges, nursing and therapy rooms. The better qualities may also include alarm systems. They may also include some special plumbing fixtures. The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen equipment, therapy or recreational equipment and balconies.

The following are related occupancies: 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise), for independent living 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise), for assisted living 313 Convalescent Hospital, for skilled nursing facilities 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex








Low Concrete block or panels, little trim

Plaster or drywall, painted block, low cost carpet, vinyl composition


Hot water

Average Brick, concrete or metal and glass, little ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpet, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, some extras





Good Face brick, metal and glass, architectural concrete

Plaster or drywall, carpeting, vinyl composition, ceramic tile

Good lighting, alarm system, some special plumbing fixtures




Low Concrete block or panels, little trim

Exposed block, acoustic tile, drywall, vinyl composition


Hot water

Average Brick, concrete or metal and glass, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, some exposed block, carpeting, vinyl composition



Good Face brick, metal and glass, architectural concrete

Plaster or drywall, carpeting, vinyl composition, ceramic tile





Low Brick, block, concrete panels, very plain

Exposed block, drywall, vinyl composition


Forced air

Average Brick or block, concrete panels, little ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, some exposed block, carpeting, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, few extras

Hot water

Good Face brick, metal or concrete and glass, good design

Plaster or drywall, vinyl composition, some carpeting and ceramic tile



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Low Stucco or siding Drywall, vinyl composition


Forced air

Average Brick veneer, good stucco or siding, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, few extras

Hot water

Good Brick veneer, best stucco or siding, good trim

Plaster or drywall, vinyl composition, some carpeting and ceramic tile





Average Sandwich panels, little trim



Hot water

Good Best sandwich panels, good fenestration and ornamentation

Drywall, good finish, good carpet and vinyl composition



331 Hospital

Designed as complete health care facilities, hospitals typically include a number of different health services within one building or groups of buildings. Typical areas found include diagnostic, surgery, patient care, delivery, nursery, emergency, administration, service areas and pharmacies.

The amount of actual area associated with all or some of these specific areas varies with the size of the building and the number of people serviced by the hospital. The types of facilities available in the hospital generally are commensurate with the overall quality of the structure.

Lower quality hospitals have a large ward area, while higher quality hospitals have a large number of private rooms. These quality variations result in the amount of area per bed ranging between 625 and 1,700 square feet.

Exterior finishes vary with decorative marble, granite, concrete, and metal and glass panels in the better qualities and brick, block, and masonry veneers with very little ornamentation at the lower quality.

Plaster or drywall is found on the interiors with suspended acoustic tile ceilings. Floor finishes are commonly ceramic, vinyl or some other type of resilient floor cover. Signal systems, special



oxygen piping and pneumatic conveyors are commonly found. They conform to the overall quality and design of the structure. Most hospitals have complete heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems and emergency power equipment.

The costs include Group I equipment that is installed in or attached to the building as a part of the general contract.

Since hospitals have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies and balconies; Group II equipment that may be installed and becomes a part of the real property, but is typically not a part of the general contract (such as autoclaves, permanent surgical lights and other equipment); and Group III equipment that is movable personal property (such as furniture, fixtures, instruments, etc.).








Low Concrete panels, brick, very plain, small entrance

Drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition, minimum detail

Signal system, adequate lighting & plumbing

Complete HVAC.

Average Metal and glass, concrete, brick panels, little ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl and ceramic floors, linoleum

Signal system, oxygen piping, adequate lighting & plumbing

Complete HVAC.

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Good Brick, metal and glass, stone trim, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, best enamels or vinyl walls, ceramic, vinyl, rubber tile

Signal system, oxygen piping, pneumatic conveyors

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Marble, granite, best metal and glass, highly decorative

Plaster, vinyl and tile wall surfaces, best ceilings and floors

Oxygen, pneumatic conveyor, signal, much automation

Complete HVAC.



Low Concrete panels, brick, very plain, small entrance

Drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition, minimum detail

Signal system, adequate lighting & plumbing

Complete HVAC.

Average Metal and glass, concrete, brick, little ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl and ceramic floors, linoleum


Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, best enamels or vinyl walls, ceramic, vinyl floors

Signal system, oxygen piping, pneumatic conveyors

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Marble, granite, face brick, highly decorative



Complete HVAC.



Low Brick, block, tilt-up, small entrance, very plain

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, minimum detail

Adequate lighting & plumbing, signal system, few extras

Complete HVAC.

Average Metal and glass, brick, block, concrete, little ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl or tile floors, some ceramic


Complete HVAC.




Good Brick, metal and glass, stone, good ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, best enamels or vinyl walls, ceramic, vinyl floors

Signal system, oxygen piping, good lighting & plumbing

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Stone ashlar, best metal or concrete and glass panels



Complete HVAC.




Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, minimum extras

Adequate lighting & plumbing, minimum signal system

Complete HVAC.

Average Brick veneer, good stucco or siding with brick or stone trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl or tile floors, some ceramic


Complete HVAC.

Good Brick veneer, EIFS, good entrance and ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, enamel or vinyl, ceramic tile and vinyl floors

Signal system, oxygen piping, good lighting & plumbing

Complete HVAC.



Low Insulated panels Metal or drywall, acoustic tile ceilings, vinyl composition

Minimum general hospital facilities

Complete HVAC.

332 Hotel (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies instead: 595 Hotel, Limited Service 594 Hotel, Full Service

These structures are three or more stories high, having multiple sleeping units without individual kitchen facilities. Where the ground floor is entirely divided into stores and shops, use occupancy 353 (Retail Store) for that floor. The quality of the hotel is determined primarily from

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the interior refinements. The best quality hotels have a large amount of high-cost wall cover and floor finish in the open and public areas. Sleeping rooms also contain high-cost wall cover as part of the interior finish. The size of the support facilities, e.g., restaurants, etc., is largely dependent on the size and capacity of the facility rather than the quality of the improvements. Lobby, lounges, restaurants, ballrooms, meeting rooms, kitchens, storage facilities and office areas are commensurate with the building class and quality chosen.

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies and balconies, swimming pools, furniture, equipment and fixtures (such as bars, counters or seating, kitchen equipment, etc.) that are not permanently attached under the general building contract.

Use occupancy 552 (Recreational Enclosure) for pool enclosure buildings.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 50 50 45 40 -- -- -- -- -- Average 50 50 45 40 -- -- -- -- -- Good 60 60 50 45 -- -- -- -- -- Excellent 60 60 50 45 -- -- -- -- --

334 Industrial Manufacturing (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies instead: 494 Industrial, Light Manufacturing 495 Industrial, Heavy Manufacturing

These buildings include both light and heavy manufacturing.






Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 45 45 40 35 -- 40 35 35 -- Average 50 50 40 35 -- 40 35 35 -- Good 50 50 45 40 -- 45 40 40 -- Excellent 50 50 45 40 -- 45 40 40 --

335 Jail, Correctional Facility

These are buildings used for the detention of people either awaiting trial or for convicted offenders serving sentences for law violations. They include a complete prison plant, from minimum to maximum-security facilities, commensurate with the rank. Divided into individual cells, most jails are built of steel frame, reinforced concrete or masonry.

Floor coverings typically include asphalt tile or vinyl tile and lower quality jails use only exposed concrete slab floors. Interior finishes are plain, using exposed masonry or painted finishes. Lighting and plumbing are adequate to serve both the detained and supervisory personnel.

For minimum lock-up facilities, use occupancy 489 (Jail, Police Station).

The costs include jail hardware but do not include kitchen, laundry or recreational equipment.








Average Concrete, limestone, granite, little ornamentation

Painted concrete, some plaster, acoustic tile, and asphalt tile


Heat pump system

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Good Concrete, limestone, granite, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, ceramic tile, acoustic tile, and asphalt tile

Good lighting, plumbing and security


Excellent Best brick, stone, architectural concrete, good ornamentation

Plaster, vinyl wall coverings, acoustic tile, terrazzo, vinyl tile

Best lighting & plumbing, maximum security




Low Block, tilt-up, very plain

Unfinished walls and floors, low-cost ceilings

Minimum jail plumbing and lighting, minimum security

Hot water

Average Block or brick, concrete, some ornamentation on front

Painted walls, few partitions, some acoustic and vinyl composition


Heat pump system

Good Heavy stone or brick masonry, some ornamentation

Plaster and acoustic tile, vinyl and ceramic floors



Excellent Face brick, stone, architectural concrete, good ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, ceramic tile, acoustic tile and vinyl

Best lighting and security, good plumbing





Drywall, few partitions, slabs, some acoustic and vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing for camp-dormitory type

Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, best stucco or siding with good trim

Plaster and acoustic tile, vinyl and ceramic floors


Heat pump system




Excellent Best siding, EIFS, face brick or stone veneer, good entrance

Plaster or drywall, ceramic tile, acoustic tile and vinyl

Best lighting and security, good plumbing for detention housing




Average Pre-engineered sandwich panels, metal liner

Metal walls, acoustic tile or liner panel ceiling, slabs, some asphalt tile

Adequate lighting & plumbing for camp-dormitory type

Package A.C.

336 Laundromat

These are structures built to hold automatic self-service washers, dryers and dry cleaning machines. Included in the costs are plumbing and electrical facilities to operate washers and dryers. Generally, these are open buildings with very little interior partitioning and some countertop area. Floors are commonly resilient tile, and ceilings are acoustical tile. Interiors are plain, with either painted plaster or drywall.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs and laundry or cleaning machinery.





Occupancy Reference





Average Brick, block, tilt-up, plain storefront

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile

Adequate lighting, outlets and plumbing

Space heaters



Average Stucco or siding, plain storefront

Plaster, acoustic tile, little ornamentation, vinyl composition

Necessary electrical and plumbing outlets

Space heaters



Average Pole frame, metal panels, lined, plain front, little ornamentation

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition


Space heaters



Average Insulated panels, little ornamentation, plain front



Space heaters

337 Library, Public

This occupancy refers to structures used to provide books and services to meet the reading and research needs of a community. Variations can be found in the design, due primarily to the amount of service programs and the amount of people serviced by the library.

Typically, libraries can be subdivided into a number of different sections. Each library may not have all segments due to its design characteristics and services offered.

Commonly, there are control areas, staff work areas, reading areas, collection areas and restrooms in most libraries. The better quality libraries may have, in addition to the sections



specified, study cubicles, conference/meeting rooms, audiovisual facilities and various processing, cataloging and exhibiting areas.

Exteriors have special features and designs in the better qualities that include marble, special veneers, ornate entries, and metal and glass panels. Lower qualities are plain with little, if any, ornamentation.

Interiors of the better quality libraries are very similar to those found in large cities. They frequently have plaster or drywall finish with wallpaper or paneling, carpet, vinyl or terrazzo on the floor and high-cost lighting.

At the average quality level are small college or city libraries and some branch libraries. Lower cost buildings are typically very plain small branch libraries.

The following are not included in the costs: Cabinets, counters, reader tables, book stacks and seating.

For school libraries, use occupancy 360 (Library, Media Center) or 372 (Library, College).








Average Face brick, metal and glass, limestone, architectural concrete

Plaster or drywall, terrazzo and vinyl tile, typical main library

High-level lighting, TV circuits, adequate plumbing


Good Special architecture, metal and glass, marble, face brick, stone

Plaster, carpeting, vinyl, typical university or large city

High-level lighting, audio visual wiring, good plumbing


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Average Face brick, metal and glass, limestone, architectural concrete

Plaster or drywall, terrazzo and vinyl tile, typical main library



Good Special architecture, metal and glass, face brick, stone, concrete

Plaster, carpeting, vinyl, typical university or large city





Low Brick, block, tilt-up, little ornamentation

Painted masonry, few partitions, acoustic tile, asphalt tile


Forced air

Average Good brick, ornamental block, metal and glass, some trim

Plaster or drywall, vinyl composition, typical good neighborhood branch


Package A.C.

Good Face brick, metal and glass, limestone, architectural concrete

Plaster or drywall, vinyl composition, typical college or small city

High-level lighting, good plumbing


Excellent Special architecture, metal and glass, face brick, stone, concrete

Best plaster, carpeting, vinyl, typical university or large city





Low Stucco or siding, little trim, residential type windows

Drywall, asphalt tile, few extras


Forced air


Drywall, acoustic and asphalt tile, typical small branch library


Package A.C.




Good Brick veneer, metal and glass, EIFS, good entrance and ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, vinyl composition, typical good branch library

High level lighting, good plumbing


Excellent Special architecture, best masonry veneer, metal and glass

Best plaster, carpeting, vinyl, typical university or large city

High level lighting, audio visual wiring, good plumbing





Low Pole frame, metal siding, fully lined and insulated



Forced air



Low Metal panels, light insulation, plywood or gypsum interior



Forced air

Average Metal panels, gypsum or metal interior, insulated, some trim

Drywall, acoustic and asphalt tile, typical small branch library


Package A.C.

Good Sandwich panels, brick veneer and good fenestration

Drywall or plaster walls and ceiling, good branch library

High-level lighting, good plumbing


338 Loft

These are light industrial buildings usually designed for multiple occupancy by relatively small space users, typical of the older mid-rise structures found in downtown garment or jewelry districts. Due to display areas, extra partitioning and plumbing in the higher qualities, they are intermediate buildings between industrial and office construction. They can also be a single tenancy structure with mixed functions, such as a publishing operation with district office, production, storage and distribution facilities all under one roof.

Occupancy Reference


Ceilings may be acoustical or painted drywall. The higher qualities have a large amount of office and good display areas and floor coverings. Average quality lofts are more open with little detail associated with the displays. The lower qualities provide minimum shop, office and restroom facilities per space user.

For modern low-rise mall structures, including Class P buildings, use occupancy 453 (Industrial Flex Building).




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H P M S W Low 50 50 40 35 -- -- 40 35 -- Average 55 55 50 40 -- -- 50 40 -- Good 55 55 50 40 -- -- 50 40 -- Excellent 60 60 55 45 -- -- 55 45 --




Low Low-cost brick, structural tile, block, concrete panels

Painted walls, large open areas, office and display rooms

Incandescent or cheap fluorescent, minimum plumbing

Steam

Average Brick, block, concrete panels, low-cost metal and glass

Painted walls and ceilings, few partitions, office and display rooms

Fluorescent lighting, many outlets, adequate plumbing

Hot water

Good Face brick, metal panels, good glass, ornamentation

Drywall or plaster, finished floors, good display rooms and offices

Good lighting, many outlets, adequate plumbing

Package A.C.

Excellent Good curtain walls, good brick and glass, with ornamentation

Plaster, acoustic ceilings, finished floor, much office space

Fluorescent lighting, many outlets, good plumbing






Low Low-cost brick, concrete block, tilt-up

Minimum finish and detail, small office or display areas


Forced air

Average Brick, block, concrete, load-bearing walls or frame

Gypsum board, finished floors, display areas


Package A.C.

Good Masonry or concrete, some ornamentation, steel frame

Plaster, finished floors, good display rooms and detail

Fluorescent lighting, adequate restrooms and plumbing

Package A.C.



Low Wood studs and stucco or wood siding, very plain

Minimum finish and detail, small office or display areas


Forced air

Average Wood studs, stucco, siding, adequate windows

Drywall or plaster, finished floors, office and display areas

Incandescent or cheap fluorescent, adequate plumbing

Package A.C.

Class M (Mill Type)


Average Mill-type frame, heavy brick walls, wood trusses

Painted walls and ceilings, few partitions, office and display areas


Steam



Average Steel frame, transite or steel siding

Drywall or plaster, slab floors, office and display areas


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference


339 Lumber Storage Shed, Horizontal

Horizontal lumber storage buildings are generally designed as a shed with an open front and only three exterior walls. These wood framed structures have wood, metal or plaster (stucco) exterior wall finishes. Floors are unfinished with the quantity of the racks varying with the quality of the structure.

The costs include storage racks.









Low Open front, low-cost board siding, light exposed frame

Unfinished, asphalt or dirt floor, minimum racks

None None

Average Open front, good wood or stucco on wood frame

Unfinished, asphalt floor, average racks

None None

Good Open front, some doors, good wood or stucco on wood frame

Unfinished, light concrete or asphalt floor, good racks

Few lights on front None





Low Open front, metal on pole frame


None None

Average Open front, metal on pole frame


None None

Good Open front, some doors, good steel siding on pole frame





Low Open front, low-cost steel siding, light frame


None None

Average Open front, steel siding, steel frame


None None

Good Open front, some doors, good steel siding on steel frame



340 Market

These are retail food stores that often handle limited lines of other merchandise. Items generally classed as real property are included in the costs (e.g., built-in refrigerators, cold rooms and ancillary cooling equipment). Items classed as personal property or trade fixtures are not included in the costs.

In this occupancy, 75 to 80 percent of the total store is devoted to space for display with the remainder of the floor space being utilized for storage, pre-packaging areas and coolers.

The following are not included in the costs: Display cases, fronts, freezers and coolers, furnishings and other display trade fixtures.

The following are other market occupancies: 419 Convenience Market 446 Supermarket 531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store 533 Warehouse Food Store

Occupancy Reference


586 Roadside Market






Class A (Fireproof Structural Steel Frame)and Class B (Reinforced Concrete Frame)


Average Brick, concrete, metal and glass, small front

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, few partitions, vinyl composition

Adequate market lighting & plumbing




Low Cheap brick, block, tilt-up, pilasters or light frame

Painted walls, part acoustic tile, exposed rafters, minimum partitions

Minimum food store lighting & plumbing

Forced air

Average Brick, block, tilt-up, glulam, medium steel, or pilasters


Adequate lighting & plumbing, few extra services

Package A.C.

Good Brick, good tilt-up, heavy steel or glulam frame

Plaster, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl composition, terrazzo

Good lighting, plumbing for butchers, snack bar, etc.





Excellent Individual design, heavy frame, ornamental front

Plaster, good acoustic tile, good terrazzo, rubber tile, carpet





Low Siding or stucco, small front

Some finish, very few partitions


Forced air

Average Good stucco or siding, some trim, metal and glass front

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, small office

Adequate market lighting and outlets, small restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer or good siding, good frame and front




Excellent Best veneer or siding, highly ornamental front






Low Pole frame, metal siding, small front



Forced air




Package A.C.



Low Metal panels, small front

Some finish, very few partitions


Forced air

Occupancy Reference



Average Sandwich panels, some trim

Few partitions, acoustic, vinyl tile


Package A.C.

Good Insulated sandwich panels, pre-engineered frame, good front




341 Medical Office

These are buildings designed for medical and/or dental services with examination and outpatient treatment. They include a reception/lobby area as well as individual rooms.

Floor finishes are carpet or resilient flooring. Ceilings are acoustic tile and may be on a suspended system. Most utilize high-intensity fluorescent lighting with the better qualities also having x-ray capabilities and built-in cabinetry.

Individual treatment rooms may have plumbing and sinks. Restrooms are adequate to service the amount of personnel working in the building.

The following are not included in the costs: X-ray equipment, autoclaves, office equipment, permanent examination lights and other medical equipment.

For small dental offices or clinics, use occupancy 444 (Dental Office/Clinic).










Low Brick, concrete block, very plain, small lobby

Low-cost finishes and partitions, acoustic tile, asphalt tile

Minimum lighting & plumbing, few extras

Package A.C.

Average Metal and glass, brick or concrete panels

Plaster or dry wall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition floors

Adequate lighting, power, and plumbing, X-ray rooms


Good Good metal and solar glass, face brick, concrete and glass

Good plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpeting, vinyl composition

High-intensity lighting, X-ray outlets, good plumbing, lab


Excellent Best metal, brick or block backup, solar glass

Acoustic plaster, good veneers, vinyl wall coverings, carpet, vinyl

Luminous ceilings, power and X-ray outlets, best plumbing




Low Brick, concrete block, lift slab, very plain, small lobby



Package A.C.

Average Metal and glass, brick or concrete panels

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition floors



Good Good metal and glass, good brick, concrete panels

Good plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpeting and vinyl composition



Excellent Best metal, brick or block backup, solar glass

Acoustic plaster, good veneers, vinyl wall coverings, carpet, vinyl



Occupancy Reference




Low Masonry bearing walls, light rafters, very plain

Paint, cheap partitions, acoustic tile, asphalt tile

Minimum lighting and outlets, adequate plumbing

Forced air

Average Steel or concrete frame or bearing walls, some trim

Plaster, drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and outlets, adequate plumbing, lab

Package A.C.

Good Steel frame, masonry, best concrete panels, ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, good partitions, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl

Good fluorescent lighting, X-ray rooms, good plumbing, lab


Excellent Steel frame, masonry and glass, ornamentation, top quality

Acoustic plaster, paneling, carpet and vinyl tile, many soundproof rooms

Fluorescent panels, air piping, X-ray rooms, good plumbing




Low Light stucco or siding on wood or steel studs, very plain

Drywall, cheap partitions, acoustic tile, asphalt tile

Minimum lighting and outlets, adequate plumbing

Forced air

Average Stucco or wood siding on wood or steel studs, some trim



Package A.C.

Good Best stucco on good frame, good brick or stone trim


Good fluorescent lighting, X-ray rooms, good plumbing, lab


Excellent Studs or steel columns, bar or web joists, brick or stone veneer, EIFS

Best plaster, paneling, carpet and vinyl tile, many soundproof rooms

Fluorescent panels, air piping, X-ray rooms, good plumbing












Forced air



Low Steel or aluminum on light frame, finished interior, some insulation



Forced air

Average Insulated wall or sandwich panels, adequate fenestration

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition floors


Package A.C.

Good Good sandwich panels and fenestration, some brick or stone

Good plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpeting and vinyl



342 Mortuary

These buildings include the chapel, stained glass windows and laboratories commensurate with the overall quality. Most have combined heating and cooling systems. Plaster and drywall are used on the interior with hardwood, carpet or resilient flooring. Adequate plumbing and lighting is used throughout. Generally, the better funeral homes may include some living area. Vehicular garages should be priced separately.

The following are not included in the costs: Mortuary or kitchen equipment.




Occupancy Reference






Average Face brick, stone time, austere front and entrance

Plaster or drywall, hardwood, carpet, good finishes and detail

Adequate lighting & plumbing, laboratory, incinerator


Good Ashlar and face brick, metal and glass, good architecture

Plaster, quality carpet, hardwood, slate, good detail and millwork

Good electrical/ plumbing fixtures, tiled restrooms, lab




Low Block or low-cost brick

Plain, minimum service functions


Forced air

Average Brick or block, some trim, good entrance and drive

Exposed block, plaster or drywall, carpet, acoustic ceiling, hardwood

Adequate lighting & plumbing, laboratory

Package A.C.

Good Face brick, some trim, good exterior detail

Plaster or drywall, hardwood or carpet, good décor

Good electrical/ plumbing, tiled restrooms, lab

Heat pump system

Excellent Stone, face brick, highly ornamental

Plaster, terrazzo, carpet, hardwood, good detail and millwork


Warm and cool air








Forced air

Average Stucco or siding, some trim, good entrance and drive

Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, vinyl composition, acoustic ceiling


Package A.C.

Good Best stucco or siding with brick trim, brick veneer

Plaster or drywall, hardwood or carpet, good detail and decor


Heat pump system

Excellent Stone or face brick veneer, highly ornamental

Plaster, terrazzo, carpet, hardwood, good detail and millwork





Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished inside, very plain


Minimum lighting & plumbing, small lab

Forced air






Forced air

Average Insulated sandwich panels



Package A.C.

343 Motel

These buildings are three stories or less, and consist mainly of sleeping units without kitchens. Motels also include offices, lobby, and some coffee shop or restaurant and meeting rooms commensurate with the size and the quality of the facility. For Class A or B structures, use one of the Hotel occupancies, 594 (Hotel, Full Service) or 595 (Hotel, Limited Service). Where large restaurants, convention halls, etc. are connected with a motel, these should be priced separately. Separate guest sleeping rooms can be priced using the following occupancies:

540 Motel Room, 2 Story, Double Row

Occupancy Reference


541 Motel Room, 2 Story, Single Row 542 Motel Room, 1 Story, Double Row 543 Motel Room, 1 Story, Single Row 544 Motel Office-Apartment

These structures are built of either masonry or wood frame construction. Interiors are of plaster or drywall with wall coverings. Paneling and wallpaper are included in the better qualities in the common areas and sleeping rooms.

Bath areas have ceramic tile on the floors and walls and some counters. Floor coverings in the common areas are, in most cases, carpet with some resilient flooring found in the kitchen, storage and work areas.

Front elevations have some glass or storefront-type entries.

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies and balconies, furnishings, signs and service or kitchen equipment, pools or other yard improvements.

Use occupancy 552 (Recreational Enclosure) for pool enclosures.








Lowest Cheap block, no trim Minimum finish, very plain

Minimum code throughout

Electric wall heater

Low Concrete block, small office, outside entries

Painted walls, carpet, vinyl composition tile, budget rooms

Minimum code, low-cost fixtures

Wall furnace




Fair Block or brick, standard front, small lobby, vending area

Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition, minimum suites, no food services

Standard fixtures, guest laundry, small lobby restrooms


Average Common brick or block, little ornamentation, commercial style

Painted block, drywall, few extras, carpet, vinyl composition, hospitality room

Adequate lighting & plumbing, TV circuits, some good fixtures


Good Brick and stone trim, large glass areas, typical better chain motel

Plaster/drywall and paint, good carpet, some built-in extras, support services

Some good suites, lighting & plumbing fixtures, TV circuits

Warm and cool air

Excellent Face brick, stone, metal and glass panels, highly decorative

Plaster & vinyl finishes, good carpet, built-in luxury items, good support services

Good lighting, many outlets, good plumbing, TV and FM circuits




Lowest Cheap siding, no trim Minimum finish, very plain



Low Siding or stucco, small office, outside entries

Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition tile, budget rooms


Wall furnace

Fair Siding or stucco, standard front, small lobby, vending area




Average Good stucco and siding, little ornamentation, commercial style

Drywall or plaster, few extras, carpet, vinyl composition, breakfast hospitality room



Good Brick and stone trim, large glass areas, typical better chain motel



Warm and cool air

Occupancy Reference



Excellent Face brick, stone veneer, metal and glass panels, highly decorative

Plaster & vinyl finishes, good carpet, built-in luxury items, good support services





Average Insulated panels, some ornamentation

Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition, breakfast hospitality room



344 Office Building

These buildings are designed for commercial occupancies and are normally subdivided into smaller units for tenant use. The interior finish may have plaster or drywall and, depending on the quality, utilize glass and special wall covering.

Floor finishes are carpet, terrazzo or vinyl. Ceiling finishes vary with the quality. Luminous ceilings and high intensity fluorescent lighting are found in the better qualities.

In the restrooms, both the number and quality of fixtures generally correspond to the quality of the building. Typically, floor finishes in the restroom areas are ceramic tile. At all quality levels, metal partitions and commercial plumbing fixtures can be found.

Most offices have a combined heating and cooling system while the lower cost structures have heating only.

The following are not included in the costs: Signs and office furnishings or equipment.


492 Shell, Office Building 993 Interior Space, Office Building

The following are other office occupancies: 597 Mixed Retail with Office Units 544 Office-Apartment (Motel) 554 Shed Office Structure 327 Governmental Building 491 Government Community Service Building 600 Administration Building



599 Relocatable Offices








Low Minimum-cost walls and fenestration, little trim

Drywall, acoustic ceilings, asphalt tile, few partitions

Minimum office lighting & plumbing


Average Brick, concrete or metal and glass panels, little trim

Average partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some extras

Average intensity fluorescent lighting, average restrooms


Good Good metal and solar glass, face brick, precast concrete panels

Drywall or plaster, some wall cover, acoustic tile, vinyl tile, carpet

Good fluorescent, high intensity lighting, good restrooms


Excellent Best metal or stone, brick or block backup, solar glass

Plaster, best veneers, vinyl wall coverings, vinyl, terrazzo, carpet

Luminous ceilings, many outlets, many private restrooms




Low Minimum-cost walls and fenestration, little trim

Drywall, acoustic ceilings, asphalt tile, few partitions



Occupancy Reference




Average partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some extras

Average intensity fluorescent lighting, average restrooms


Good Good metal and solar glass, face brick, precast concrete panels

Drywall/plaster, some wall cover, acoustic tile, vinyl tile, carpet

Good fluorescent, high intensity lighting, good restrooms


Excellent Best metal or stone, brick or block backup, tinted glass

Plaster, best veneers, vinyl wall coverings, vinyl tile, terrazzo

Luminous ceilings, many outlets, many private restrooms




Low Masonry bearing walls, light rafters, very plain

Paint, few low-cost partitions, acoustic tile, asphalt tile


Wall furnace

Average Steel or concrete frame, or bearing walls, some trim

Paint, drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Fluorescent lighting, adequate outlets and plumbing

Forced air

Good Steel frame or bearing walls, brick/ conc. panels, some ornamentation


Good fluorescent lighting, good restrooms and fixtures

Package A.C.

Excellent Steel frame, masonry and glass, stone ornamentation, top quality

Plaster, paneling, carpet and terrazzo, suspended ceilings

Best fluorescent ceiling panels, tiled restrooms, good fixtures




Low Light stucco or siding on wood or steel studs, very plain

Drywall, few partitions, acoustic tile, asphalt tile


Wall furnace




Average Stucco or wood siding on wood or steel studs, some trim



Forced air

Good Best stucco on good frame, brick or stone trim, good front



Package A.C.


Best plaster, paneling, carpet and vinyl tile

Fluorescent panels, many outlets, good tiled restrooms




Low Pole frame, finished interior, some insulation



Wall furnace




Forced air

Good Good metal panels, fenestration, some brick or stone trim



Package A.C.



Low Steel or aluminum on light frame, finished interior, some insulation



Wall furnace

Average Insulated wall or sandwich panels, adequate fenestration



Forced air

Occupancy Reference






Package A.C.

345 Parking Structure

Built above grade, these structures are designed for live load storage of autos. They commonly have either no exterior walls or partial exterior walls and are usually Class A or B buildings, and in some cases Class S.

While the lower quality structures do not have office area, the better qualities have some small office and service areas. There is low-level lighting and adequate plumbing for office restrooms and service areas.

The quality of these structures can be influenced by their design characteristics. Ramp designs vary from separate and exclusive ramps, which separate the travel and the parking/unparking operations, to continuous sloping floor or adjacent ramp, which have both the travel and parking operations integrated within the same space. The determination of the type of ramp used is based on the site's shape and dimensions and the parking demand characteristics. The costs are based on the number of stories where there is always one more parking level (rooftop) than stories.

The following are not included in the costs: Pedestrian bridges, signs and parking or service equipment.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 40 40 -- -- -- -- -- 35 -- Average 40 40 -- -- -- -- -- 35 -- Good 45 45 -- -- -- -- -- 40 -- Excellent 45 45 -- -- -- -- -- 40 --






Average Partial walls, brick, block, concrete, little trim

Unfinished, small office and service area

Low-level lighting, drains, minimum restroom for office

None

Good Partial walls, brick or concrete, ornamentation

Unfinished, except good office and service area

Reading-level lighting, restrooms and service plumbing

None



Low Low parapets, precast frame and floors, minimum finish

Unfinished, minimum extras


None

Average Partial walls, brick, block, concrete, plain finish

Unfinished, small office and service area

Low-level lighting, drains, minimum restroom for office

None

Good Partial walls, brick or concrete, ornamentation

Unfinished, except good office and service area


None



Lowest Demountable type, exposed steel frame, cable rails

Unfinished, no extras Minimum lighting, drains only

None

Low Demountable type, exposed steel frame

Unfinished, some masonry shear walls, minimum extras

Low-level lighting, drains, minimum personnel plumbing

None

346 Post Office (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies available in Commercial Estimator instead:

581 (Post Office, Main)

Occupancy Reference


582 (Post Office, Branch)

These buildings are usually built under lease agreements with the Federal Government Postal Department. The exteriors vary, but generally include some ornamentation even at the low quality levels. Interiors are plaster or drywall. The most common floor finishes are vinyl composition, terrazzo or pavers.

A post office commonly has workspace, lobby, office, restrooms, directory, loading area and mechanical rooms. The area associated with each of these segments varies due to overall size of the building and the community served. The better quality levels also include some security wiring.

The following are not included in the costs: Material handling equipment, dock levelers, signs and furnishings.





347 Poultry House (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies available in Agricultural Estimator instead:

570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn



These are complete environmental buildings designed for the care and housing of fowl. The lower qualities are the floor operation, while the better qualities are for the cage operation. Quality is influenced by roof systems, the amount and character of the windows, floor systems (e.g., slab with drains, slab without drains, wood, or dirt), the amount of interior finish, and the lighting and plumbing systems.






348 Rectory

These are residential type buildings, including rooming houses and convents, with some additional plumbing and kitchen facilities for the number of unrelated occupants. The better qualities may be divided into suites with individual baths, and have interiors with plaster or drywall, paneling, carpet and resilient flooring, and may include small office, meeting and/or chapel rooms.

Average quality rectories generally have one bath per two bedrooms and some entrance ornamentation. Lower qualities are plain with minimum electrical and plumbing.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, appliances, fireplaces, balconies, or any yard improvements.




Occupancy Reference






Low Concrete block and stucco

Drywall, some carpet, asphalt tile

Minimum quantity and quality

Forced air

Average Brick or block, some trim and entrance ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, one bath per two bedrooms

Package A.C.

Good Face brick, stucco, stone trim, good windows and architecture

Plaster or drywall, paneling, carpet or hardwood and sheet vinyl

Individual baths, large kitchen, good electrical fixtures

Heat pump system

Excellent Fine masonry and windows, stained glass, special architecture and trim







Drywall, some carpet, asphalt tile

Minimum quantity and quality

Forced air

Average Brick veneer, good stucco or siding



Package A.C.




Heat pump system








349 Fast Food Restaurant

These structures have limited consumption or dining area in relation to the preparation area. Drive-up windows commensurate with the quality are included. The average fast food restaurant normally includes some outer roof overhang, but no large separate canopies and carports. The lower qualities are built to minimum building and health codes. The median area for a fast food restaurant is 3,150 square feet with a range of 1,375 to 4,250 square feet. The seating space is normally less than 45 percent of the total area. These buildings have suitable office space and restroom facilities. For buildings with larger dining/play areas, use occupancy 350 (Restaurant).

Since fast food restaurants have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies, kitchen equipment, restaurant fixtures, furniture and signs.

For snack bars, use occupancy 529 (Snack Bar).





Occupancy Reference





Average Brick or concrete, usually part of a building

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, ceramic, carpet or vinyl composition


Complete HVAC.

Good Concrete, good metal and glass, face brick, usually part of a building

Typically, best chain stores, good plaster, ceramic, pavers throughout

Good lighting, restrooms with good fixtures and tile

Complete HVAC.



Low Cheap brick or block, very plain, low-cost front

Low-cost preparation area, minimum finish, asphalt tile


Forced air and ventilation

Average Brick, block, some mansard, parapet ornamentation

Drywall, paneling, acoustic tile, pavers, vinyl comp., large eating/play area

Adequate lighting and outlets, small restrooms

Complete HVAC.

Good Brick, best block, stucco, good storefront, ornamentation

Typical chain and better large stores, plaster, ceramic, terrazzo, vinyl tile

Good lighting and service outlets, tiled restrooms

Complete HVAC.

Very Good

Face brick, good metal and glass, good mansard, canopy ornament

Typically better small chain stores, plaster, ceramic, pavers throughout


Complete HVAC.

Excellent Individual design, highly ornamental exterior

High-quality detail, best ceramic, pavers, limited seating area

Special lighting, tiled restrooms, good fixtures

Complete HVAC.





Low Cheap stucco or siding, very plain construction




Average Stucco or siding, some mansard, parapet ornamentation



Complete HVAC.

Good Stucco, siding or brick veneer, metal and glass, good ornamentation



Complete HVAC.

Very Good

Face brick veneer, good front, mansard, canopy ornamentation

Typically better small chain stores, plaster, ceramic, pavers throughout


Complete HVAC.


High-quality detail, best ceramic, pavers, limited seating area

Special lighting, tiled restrooms, good fixtures

Complete HVAC.



Low Finished interior, some front, little ornamentation




Average Insulated panels, metal and glass, some mansard, parapet ornament



Complete HVAC.

Good Insulated sandwich panels, metal and glass, good ornamentation



Complete HVAC.

Excellent Stainless steel panels, steel roof, vestibule, modular diner

Good detail, acoustic, vinyl and ceramic tile, limited seating

Good electrical, plumbing and restrooms

Complete HVAC.

Occupancy Reference


350 Restaurant

These buildings are constructed for the preparation and service of food and beverages. They include a combination of the following areas: Consumption, production, serving, receiving and storage, sanitation, non-dining and employee, and restrooms. Good restaurants include the typical chain operation and suburban neighborhood restaurants catering to regional trade. Average quality includes neighborhood restaurants or coffee shops or a lower priced franchise operation. They include suitable office areas and all necessary plumbing and electrical connections for kitchen equipment.

Since restaurants have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.

The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen equipment, restaurant fixtures, furnishings and signs.

For cafeterias, use occupancy 530 (Cafeteria).









Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, ceramic, rubber, or vinyl composition tile

Adequate lighting outlets, adequate plumbing

Complete HVAC.



Good Concrete, metal/glass or masonry panels, usually part of a building

Plaster with enamel & vinyl, carpet & vinyl flooring, decorated interior

Good lighting and outlets, good plumbing and restrooms

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Stone, face brick, best metal walls, usually part of a building

Best plaster and paneling, highly ornamental, carpeted, deluxe quality

Special lighting fixtures and effects, deluxe restrooms

Complete HVAC.




Low-cost short order cafe, minimum finish, asphalt tile



Average Brick, block, tilt-up, plain building, stock plans

Typical neighborhood restaurant, vinyl composition, small kitchen


Complete HVAC.

Good Brick, concrete or metal and glass panels, ornamentation

Typical chain restaurant or coffee shop, vinyl and ceramic floors


Complete HVAC.

Very Good

Individual design, brick, good metal and glass, ornamentation

Typically best chain restaurants, carpeted lounge and dining room

Good lighting/restrooms with good-quality fixtures and tile

Complete HVAC.


High-quality detail, best acoustics, carpeted, deluxe quality

Special lighting effects, tiled restrooms, good fixtures

Complete HVAC.



Low Cheap stucco or siding, very plain

Low-cost short order cafe, min. finish


Forced air/vent.

Occupancy Reference



Average Stucco or siding, plain building and front, stock plans



Complete HVAC.

Good Stucco or siding, metal and glass, some ornamentation

Typical chain restaurant or coffee shop, vinyl and ceramic floors


Complete HVAC.

Very Good

Individual design, brick veneer, good metal and glass, ornamentation

Typically best chain restaurants, carpeted lounge and dining room

Good fixtures, good restrooms with good-quality fixtures and tile

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Individual design, highly ornamental exterior, stone veneer

High-quality detail, best acoustics, carpeted, deluxe quality

Special lighting effects, tiled restrooms, good fixtures

Complete HVAC.



Low Pole frame, good metal panels, lined and insulated, plain front

Low-cost short order cafe, minimum finish, asphalt tile





Low Finished interior, some front

Low-cost finish, asphalt tile


Forced air/vent.

Average Insulated panels, metal and glass, little ornamentation

Typical neighborhood coffee shop, vinyl comp., some ceramic or pavers


Complete HVAC.

Good Insulated sandwich panels, metal and glass, some ornamentation

Comparable to typical chain coffee shop, vinyl and ceramic floors


Complete HVAC.



351 Single Family Residence

These structures are detached single-family residences designed for one-family ownership or occupancy. They are built in many architectural styles or mixtures or styles, and are called by various names depending on the region where the home is constructed, i.e., cape cod, colonial, Tudor, ranch, contemporary, modern or rustic.

Base rank selection on the inspection of both the interior and exterior refinements of the home. Items such as fenestration (the number and size of window and door openings), roof configuration, materials, workmanship, types of plumbing fixtures, and amount of cabinetry are all indicators of quality.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, built-in appliances, balconies, porches, swimming pools, and yard improvements.








Lowest Cheap block, composition roof, cheap sash

Painted block, few partitions, asphalt tile, softwood

Minimum, substandard by most building codes

None

Low Block or cheap brick, asphalt shingle roof, few windows

Drywall, exposed block, vinyl composition tile, cheap hardwood

Minimum standard lighting & plumbing, cheap fixtures

Wall furnace

Fair Block or brick, standard sash, asphalt shingle roof

Drywall or tinted plaster, carpet, vinyl composition tile

Adequate lighting & plumbing per good codes

Electric baseboard

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Average Brick or block, wood or good asphalt shingle roof

Plaster or drywall, hardwood, vinyl composition, average carpet

Adequate lighting & plumbing per good building codes

Forced air

Good Brick or good block and stucco, shakes or wood shingles

Good plaster or drywall, some ornamentation, carpet or hardwood

Good lighting and outlets, one bathroom per two bedrooms

Package A.C.

Very Good

Good brick, stone trim, shakes or concrete tile roof on good structure

Very good plaster and detail, good-quality carpet or hardwood

Top-quality standard fixtures, electrical and plumbing

Heat pump system

Excellent Face brick, cut stone, heavy roof structure, shakes, tile, slate

Plaster, ornamental detail, fine carpet, parquet, or plank

Some special fixtures, more than one bath per bedroom

Warm and cool air



Lowest Box frame or light studs, cheap stucco/siding, windows, composition roof

Drywall, cheap ceiling or none, softwood or asphalt tile on slab

Minimum, substandard by most building codes

None

Low Low-cost stucco or siding, asphalt shingle roof, few windows

Drywall/tinted plaster, vinyl composition tile, cheap hardwood


Wall furnace

Fair Stucco or siding, standard sash, asphalt shingles or built-up rock

Drywall or plaster, carpet, vinyl composition tile

Adequate standard lighting & plumbing per good codes

Electric baseboard

Average Stucco or siding, some trim, wood or good asphalt shingles

Plaster or drywall, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition


Forced air

Good Good stucco or siding, tile, light shakes or good shingles


Good lighting and outlets, one bath per two bedrooms

Package A.C.




Very Good

Best stucco or siding, brick or stone trim, shakes, concrete tile



Heat pump system

Excellent Half-timber, stone or brick trim, heavy rafters, slate, tile, shakes

Plaster, ornamental detail, fine carpet, terrazzo, slate, etc.


Warm and cool air

Masonry Veneer

Low Brick or block veneer, few windows, asphalt shingles



Wall furnace

Fair Brick veneer, little trim, standard sash, asphalt shingles



Electric baseboard

Average Brick veneer, some trim, wood or good asphalt shingles



Forced air

Good Select common or used brick veneer, shakes or good shingles


Good lighting and outlets, one bath per two bedrooms

Package A.C.

Very Good

Good brick veneer, stone trim, conc. tile or shakes or slate



Heat pump system

Excellent Face brick, cut stone veneer, heavy rafters, shakes, tile, slate, etc.

Plaster, ornamental detail, fine carpet, parquet, or plank


Warm and cool air

352 Multiple Residence (Low Rise)

These are three stories or less with each unit within the building having a kitchen and at least one bath. They are designed for other than transient occupancy (permanent or semi-permanent). The best qualities have combined heating and cooling systems. They also have plaster, paneling, good detailing in molding and trim and high cost floor finishes.

The structures commonly are solid masonry or wood frame walls (Class C and D). Some of the special refinements found in the better qualities include intercoms, television jacks and antennas, and at least one bath per bedroom.

Occupancy Reference


The lower qualities typically have one bath or a bath and one-half for each unit, regardless of the number of bedrooms. The typical story height for these structures is nine feet.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, built-in appliances, balconies, furnishings, pools and equipment.


587 Shell, Multiple Residence (Low Rise) 987 Interior Space, Multiple Residence (Low Rise)

The following are related occupancies: 300 Apartment (High Rise) 984 Apartment, Luxury (High Rise) 459 Multiple Residential Units Mixed with Retail 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise), for independent living 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise), for assisted living 330 Home for the Elderly, for high-rise assisted living 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex








Low Low-cost brick or block, very plain, minimum fenestration

Painted block, drywall partitions, low-cost carpet or asphalt tile

Minimum lighting & plumbing per code

Wall furnace




Fair Block/brick, standard sash, little trim, shingle or built-up roof



Electric baseboard

Average Brick or block, some trim, asphalt shingle or built-up roof

Plaster/drywall, paint, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, phone and TV jacks

Forced air

Good Good brick/stucco on block, good trim, roof structure and roofing

Good plaster or drywall, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition

Good lighting, one bath per bedroom, TV antenna

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, concrete/metal panels, best roof structure and roofing

Good plaster and paint, paneling, fine detail, hardwood, carpet

Good fixtures, many outlets, central TV antenna, intercoms

Warm and cool air



Low Low-cost stucco or siding, very plain, minimum fenestration

Drywall and paint, asphalt tile and low-cost carpet


Wall furnace

Fair Stucco or siding, standard sash, asphalt shingles/built-up roof



Electric baseboard

Average Stucco/siding, some ornamentation, average code construction

Plaster or drywall, hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet


Forced air

Good Good stucco or siding, some brick or stone trim, good roof

Good plaster or drywall, painted, hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet


Package A.C.

Excellent Best stucco or siding, brick and stone trim, heavy basic structure

Good plaster, paint, paneling, fine detail, hardwood, carpet


Warm and cool air

Masonry Veneer

Occupancy Reference



Low Low-cost brick, block veneer, very plain, minimum fenestration



Wall furnace

Fair Brick veneer, little trim, standard sash, asphalt shingle or built-up roof



Electric baseboard

Average Brick veneer, some ornamentation, average code construction



Forced air

Good Good brick veneer and fenestration, good roof structure and roofing

Good plaster and drywall, painted, hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet


Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, stone veneer, good wood or steel frame and roof structure

Good plaster, paint, paneling, fine detail, hardwood, carpet


Warm and cool air



Average Sandwich panels, pre-engineered frame, adequate fenestration

Gypsum board, vinyl composition, carpet


Forced air

Good Good sandwich panels on pre-engineered frame, good fenestration

Gypsum board and plastics, carpet and vinyl composition


Package A.C.

353 Retail Store

These are one- or two-story buildings designed for retail sales and display. They usually have display and/or decorative fronts. This occupancy includes stores occupied by secondary department stores with limited merchandise lines, specialty shops and commercial buildings designed for a general occupancy.

The stores are usually designed with designated areas for servicing customers, employee operations, merchandise storage, display areas, office and restroom facilities. The higher quality



stores have expensive exterior and interior finishes, large display areas, attractive storefronts and special lighting. Lower quality structures have small displays, minimum finish and mechanical items.

The following are related occupancies: 318 Department Store 319 Discount Store 533 Warehouse Food Store 534 Warehouse Showroom Store 700 Mall Anchor Department Store

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs, trade fixtures and equipment.








Low Block and brick, concrete panels, plain front

Very plain, acoustic tile, asphalt tile

Minimum lighting, outlets and plumbing fixtures

Hot water

Average Brick or concrete, average metal display fronts

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl composition tile



Good Brick or concrete, good metal or stone display front

Plaster, acoustic plaster or tile, carpet, plain terrazzo, vinyl

Good lighting and outlets, good restrooms and fixtures


Occupancy Reference



Excellent Stone, face brick, best metal, fine display fronts

Best plaster and paneling, highly ornamental, terrazzo, carpet





Low Block and brick, concrete panels, plain front

Very plain, acoustic tile, asphalt tile

Minimum lighting, outlets, and plumbing fixtures

Hot water

Average Brick or concrete, average metal display fronts

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl composition tile



Good Brick or concrete, good walls, fine display fronts

Plaster, acoustic plaster or tile, carpet, plain terrazzo, vinyl



Excellent Stone, face brick, best metal walls, fine display fronts

Best plaster and paneling, highly ornamental, terrazzo, carpet





Low Low-cost brick, block, tilt-up, low-cost front

Painted walls, drywall or acoustic tile, asphalt tile

Minimum lighting and employees’ restroom

Forced air

Average Brick, block, tilt-up, plain front, some ornamentation

Drywall/plaster, exposed masonry, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and outlets, small employees’ restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Brick, stucco on block, best tilt-up, good display front

Plaster, acoustic plaster or tile ceilings, carpet, vinyl tile


Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, metal, fine ornamentation and displays

Best plaster, ornamental ceilings, paneling, terrazzo, carpet

Special lighting effects, good restrooms and fixtures






Low Low-cost stucco, siding, very plain exterior

Drywall, cheap acoustic tile, asphalt tile, few partitions


Forced air

Average Stucco or siding, plain front, little ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, little trim

Adequate store lighting, restrooms, low cost fixtures

Package A.C.

Good Good stucco or siding, brick veneer, good display front, ornamentation

Plaster, acoustic plaster or good acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Good lighting and outlets, restrooms, standard fixtures

Package A.C.

Excellent Good brick or stone veneer, good front and entrance

Plaster, acoustic plaster or good mineral tile, carpet and vinyl

High-level lighting and outlets, good restrooms




Low Pole frame, metal panels, lined and insulated, small front

Drywall, cheap acoustic tile, vinyl composition, few partitions

Minimum lighting and employees’ restroom

Forced air



Low Metal panels on light frame, finished interior, small front

Acoustic tile, gypsum board wall finish, vinyl composition


Forced air

Average Good colored panels, little ornamentation, plain front

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition, carpet, interior finish

Adequate store lighting, restrooms, low-cost fixtures

Package A.C.

Good Sandwich panels, metal & glass, ornamentation, good display front

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition and carpet, some trim


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference


354 Town House, Inside Unit

This occupancy is designed for an individual unit of a low-rise, three story and under building, which has a number of one-family units. The primary characteristic of this occupancy is that the one-family unit shares common walls with two other units. Generally only the front and rear elevations will have exposed exterior walls.



The following are not included in the costs: Appliances, fireplaces, exterior balconies and common areas such as separate recreational and service facilities, pools, paving etc.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 401 Town House, End Unit 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit 179 High Rise Town House, Detached 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit










Low Block or cheap brick, low-cost roof and sash

Gypsum board and paint, asphalt tile, low-cost cabinets

Minimum, low cost fixtures

Wall furnace

Fair Block or brick, standard sash


Standard fixtures Electric baseboard




Forced air




Package A.C.




Warm and cool air



Low Low-cost siding, roof, sash

Drywall and paint, asphalt tile

Minimum, low-cost fixtures

Wall furnace

Fair Siding or stucco, standard sash






Forced air




Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference






Warm and cool air

355 Fine Arts and Crafts Building (Elementary and Secondary School)

These fine arts buildings are designed primarily as rehearsal and work centers with large, open areas and large window and door openings. Floor finishes vary depending on the specific use of a given area. For example, vinyl composition tile is commonly found in the general band or fine art area while a hardened concrete flooring can be found in some craft areas.

Portions of these buildings are designated for display and storage. Extensive electrical outlets, lighting and plumbing are typically found.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings and movable equipment.









Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl, hardwood, craft, rehearsal studios







Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, good music, dramatic arts





Low Brick, block, tilt-up panels, bearing walls, wood joists, little trim

Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, asphalt tile, craft centers

Minimum school lighting & plumbing

Package A.C.

Average Steel frame, brick, block, concrete, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., hardwood, rehearsal stage


Heat pump system


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or vinyl, small studios

Good fluorescent fixtures, good plumbing


Excellent Steel frame, face brick or block, tile, ornamental






Low Wood frame, stucco or siding, little ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, linoleum or wood, craft centers


Package A.C.

Average Wood frame or pipe columns, good stucco or siding with some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., hardwood, rehearsal stage


Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference



Good Steel or glulam frame and joists, brick veneer, glass, best stucco






Low Pole frame, metal panels, finished inside, little trim



Package A.C.


Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp. or hardwood, rehearsal stage


Heat pump system



Low Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulation



Package A.C.


Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp. or hardwood, rehearsal stage


Heat pump system





356 Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School)

These buildings are subdivided into teaching units and designed primarily for academic work. Typically, the better qualities include more windows, and better interior and exterior refinements.












Low Brick, precast concrete, block, very plain


Minimum school lighting & plumbing, few extras

Package A.C.



Adequate lighting & plumbing, some extra features



Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl



Excellent Stone, best brick, metal and glass, highly ornamental

Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel, carpet and vinyl



Occupancy Reference




Lowest Cheap block, tilt-up, light roof






Forced air




Package A.C.





Excellent Steel frame, face brick, metal panels, tile, highly ornamental






Lowest Low-cost stucco or siding






Forced air




Package A.C.








Excellent Steel or wood frame, brick or stone veneer, metal and glass, ornamental

Plaster, enamel, glazed or vinyl finishes, carpet and vinyl











Forced air




Package A.C.

Good Pole frame, good insulated panels, some brick or stone trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl composition





Lowest Light steel frame, siding






Forced air




Package A.C.





Occupancy Reference


357 Commons (Elementary and Secondary School)

A commons has a diversity of uses. Although each commons varies depending on the number of students and the space available, there are some common elements found in these occupancies: Administrative areas, food areas, study/quiet areas and hobby/game areas.

The following are not included in the costs: Equipment used in these specialty areas, e.g., kitchen equipment in the food areas.








Average Brick, precast concrete, block, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or vinyl composition

Adequate lighting, plumbing and kitchen



Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, varied activity center

Good fluorescent fixtures, good plumbing and kitchens


Excellent Stone, best brick, metal and glass, good ornamentation

Plaster, glazed finishes, pavers, carpet, varied recreation

Best lighting, plumbing, food services and audio







Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, asphalt tile, small game rooms


Heat pump system



Adequate lighting, plumbing and kitchen and snack bars



Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, good activity center



Excellent Steel frame, stone, brick, metal and glass, good ornamentation









Heat pump system





Good Steel or Glulam frame and joists, brick veneer, glass, best stucco




Occupancy Reference







Heat pump system



Low Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulation, little trim



Heat pump system

358 Gymnasium (Elementary and Secondary School)

These buildings are usually designed with the basketball court as the focal point. There is usually an entry area or lobby, and there may be a storefront and large openings in the entry area. The building itself is subdivided and includes locker/shower room facilities, some small administrative offices and miscellaneous rooms for storage and/or meetings. They can also serve as a number of teaching stations utilizing the spectator seating in the basketball court area.

The following are not included in the costs: Lockers, sports equipment and seating.










Average Steel columns and girders, face brick, glass, best ornamental block

Plaster or drywall, basketball floor, vinyl, good detail


Heat pump system

Good Heavy frame, best masonry walls, solar glass, good entrance and lobby

Basketball floor, high-cost finishes, many extra facilities

Good lighting and outlets, good plumbing, extra features

Heat pump system



Low Light frame, block or tilt-up, very plain

Concrete floor, some vinyl composition, minimal finish

Minimum gym lighting, plumbing and shower facilities

Space heaters

Average Steel or glulam, trusses or girders, brick, block or tilt-up

Basketball floor, showers, vinyl composition, some interior finish

Adequate lighting & plumbing, shower rooms

Package A.C.

Good Steel columns and girders, face brick, best ornamental block



Heat pump system

Excellent Heavy frame, best masonry walls, good entrance and lobby



Heat pump system



Low Light frame, stucco or siding, very plain



Space heaters

Occupancy Reference



Average Heavy frame, trusses or girders, good stucco or siding, little trim

Plaster or drywall, basketball floor, asphalt tile, few partitions


Package A.C.

Good Steel or glulam frame, trusses and girders, brick veneer, best stucco



Heat pump system

Excellent Heavy frame, masonry veneer walls, good entrance and lobby



Heat pump system



Lowest Pole frame, metal siding, partly finished interior, some insulation


Minimum gym lighting & plumbing

Space heaters

Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior, insulated

Concrete floor, vinyl composition, minimal finish


Space heaters




Package A.C.



Lowest Pre-engineered, partly finished interior, some insulation



Space heaters

Low Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulated



Space heaters







Package A.C.




Heat pump system

359 Lecture Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School)

These lecture classroom buildings are designed for a large number of students and appear to be very similar to a small auditorium. Offices and some small classrooms can also be found. Projection areas are usually a common design feature in large classrooms.

The costs include all fixed seats, built-in bookshelves, cabinets and blackboards but do not include movable equipment (e.g., projection equipment).








Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood, stepped floor, fixed seats

Adequate lighting & plumbing, good audio visual wiring


Occupancy Reference




Average Steel frame or bearing walls, brick, block, or concrete, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood, fixed seats

Adequate lighting & plumbing, audio visual wiring

Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or carpet, stepped floor






Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood, fixed seats


Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or carpet, stepped floor






Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, fixed seats


Package A.C.

360 Library, Media Center (Elementary and Secondary School)

This occupancy refers to structures used to provide books and services to meet the reading and media resource needs of elementary and secondary schools. Variations can be found in the design due primarily to the amount of service programs and the amount of students serviced by the center.

Typically, the school libraries can be subdivided into a number of different sections. Each resource center may not have all segments due to its design characteristics and services offered.



Commonly, there are control, staff work, reading, and collection areas. The better quality libraries may have, in addition to the sections specified, study cubicles, conference/meeting rooms, multi-media facilities and various processing, cataloging, and exhibiting or presentation areas.









Low Brick, precast concrete, block, very plain


Good lighting, adequate plumbing and media wiring

Heat pump system



High-level lighting, good plumbing and media resource wiring



Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl and ceramic tile



Occupancy Reference






Adequate lighting, plumbing and interactive wiring

Forced air




Package A.C.




Heat pump system


Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel, carpet, vinyl and ceramic tile








Forced air




Package A.C.




Heat pump system


Plaster, enamel, glazed or vinyl finishes, carpet, vinyl and tile










Forced air




Package A.C.






Forced air




Package A.C.




Heat pump system

361 Manual Arts Building (Elementary and Secondary School)

These are buildings with large rooms used primarily for specialized education and vocational training. They are built of masonry, wood frame or pre-engineered steel. The walls are painted with some drywall and acoustic tile ceilings. Good lighting and many outlets can be found.

The buildings, when divided, have some classroom/lecture stations and work areas. Cost includes all necessary components but not the power wiring or equipment that may be found. The overall division of the building separates the various training specialties that may include woodworking, graphic arts, electrical, metal, machine and automotive.




Occupancy Reference







Low Precast concrete, block, very plain

Painted walls, acoustic tile or exposed ceilings, some asphalt tile

Adequate lighting, many outlets, adequate plumbing

Forced air


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, good slab, hardwood or vinyl composition


Package A.C.




Painted walls, some ceiling and floor finish, sealed concrete

Adequate lighting and outlets, minimum plumbing

Space heaters

Average Steel frame or bearing walls, brick block, concrete panels, some trim

Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, some asphalt tile


Forced air


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, carpet, good slab

Good fluorescent fixtures and outlets, good plumbing

Package A.C.





Low Wood frame, stucco or siding, very plain, industrial sash

Drywall, acoustic tile, some floor finish, sealed slab


Space heaters


Plaster, acoustic tile or drywall ceiling, some asphalt tile


Forced air

Good Steel or glulam frame and joists, brick veneer, best stucco



Package A.C.



Low Pole frame, metal siding, primarily exposed



Space heaters

Average Pole frame, metal siding, some interior finish and insulation

Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceiling, some asphalt tile


Forced air



Low Pre-engineered, light frame, primarily exposed



Space heaters

Average Pre-engineered, partly finished interior, some insulation



Forced air

362 Multipurpose Building (Elementary and Secondary School)

These buildings are designed for large audience and participation groups. They may include combinations of uses within the same building, i.e., gymnasium and auditorium or cafeteria, plus

Occupancy Reference


offices and other rooms. They can be designed to accommodate two or more group activities at the same time with the better qualities having a small stage.

The following are not included in the costs: Fixed seating and cafeteria or kitchen equipment.









Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or vinyl, small stage


Heat pump system


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, stage, some extras

Good fluorescent fixtures, good plumbing, kitchen







Wall furnace





Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, hardwood, small stage


Forced air


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or vinyl, stage


Package A.C.

Excellent Steel frame, best masonry walls, highly ornamental

Plaster, acoustic tile, good wood floor, stage, good detail

Good lighting & plumbing, kitchen, tiled surfaces





Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile linoleum or wood floors


Wall furnace


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood, small stage


Forced air




Package A.C.






Wall furnace


Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood, small stage


Forced air

Occupancy Reference







Wall furnace




Forced air

363 Physical Education Building (Elementary and Secondary School)

This building supplements the use of the gymnasium and includes classrooms that serve as instructional areas for athletic activities. There are also large areas that can be utilized for other uses such as intramural sports, demonstrations, exhibitions and informal recreation.

The costs include all built-in cabinetry but do not include movable equipment, lockers and furnishings.








Average Steel columns and girders, face brick, best ornamental block

Intramural and competitive sports venues, good teaching facilities

Good lighting and outlets, showers and restrooms

Heat pump system



Good Good frame, face brick, stone, concrete or metal panels, solar glass

Good exhibition floors, varied sports and teaching facilities






Low-cost finishes, minimal sports facilities, synthetic flooring

Minimum sports lighting & plumbing, adequate classrooms

Space heaters


Multisport floors, co-recreation/sports/teaching activities, some courts

Adequate lighting & plumbing, locker rooms, good classrooms

Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Excellent Heavy frame, best masonry walls, spectator entrance and lobby









Space heaters




Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference



Excellent Heavy frame, masonry veneer walls, spectator entrance and lobby






Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior, insulation



Space heaters




Package A.C.



Low Pre-engineered, finished interior, some insulation



Space heaters



Adequate lighting & plumbing, locker rooms and classrooms

Package A.C.




Heat pump system

364 Science Classrooms (Elementary and Secondary School)

These laboratory classroom buildings include areas for lectures, demonstrations, audiovisual presentations, laboratory work and study. Typically, there is also an area designated for storage of materials and equipment. The laboratories have both AC and DC variable voltage and plumbing in the work areas.



The costs do not include lab equipment.


Marshall Valuation Service sections: 18 and 48 (Laboratory).







Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, workstations, good demonstration areas




Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, good workstations, lecture, support rooms

Good fluorescent fixtures, good lab plumbing, extra features





Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, adequate work, demonstration areas


Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, good workstations, lecture area



Occupancy Reference



Excellent Steel frame, face brick or block, tile, ornamental

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, good workstations, lecture, support rooms

Good lighting & plumbing, piped gases, air and pure water





Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, adequate work, demonstration areas


Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, good workstations, lecture area






Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., adequate work, demonstration areas


Package A.C.




Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., adequate work, demonstration areas


Package A.C.

Good Pre-engineered, good sandwich panels, some brick or stone

Drywall, acoustic tile, good workstations, lecture area





365 Entire Elementary School

This occupancy includes the entire school facility serving kindergarten-first grade through fifth or sixth grade. There is a mixture of classrooms, multipurpose buildings, administrative offices, etc. The schools may consist of one building or several separate buildings.

The following are not included in the costs: Swimming pools, movable furnishings or equipment, exterior ground improvements (i.e., athletic fields), open shelters and site work.












Good Face brick, stone, concrete or metal panels, glass








Occupancy Reference







Forced air




Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl composition



Excellent Steel frame, face brick, metal panels, tile









Forced air




Package A.C.













Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior, insulated, little trim



Forced air

Average Pole frame, good metal panels, finished inside, some trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood


Package A.C.






Forced air

Average Pre-engineered, sandwich panels, some ornamentation



Package A.C.





366 Entire Junior High School

This occupancy includes the entire school facility covering sixth or seventh grade through eighth or ninth grade. There is a mixture of classrooms, multipurpose buildings, administrative offices, etc. The schools may consist of one building or several separate buildings.





Occupancy Reference







































Package A.C.




Heat pump system





Excellent Steel frame, face brick, metal panels, tile, ornamental









Package A.C.




Heat pump system









Occupancy Reference







Package A.C.




Heat pump system






Package A.C.




Heat pump system





367 Arts and Crafts Building (College)

These buildings are designed primarily as work and rehearsal centers with large, open areas and large window and door openings. Floor finishes vary depending on the specific use of a given area. For example, vinyl composition tile is commonly found in the general and fine arts area while a hardened concrete flooring can be found in the ceramics area. The best qualities include well-appointed performance or concert halls for dramatic arts and music.

Portions of these buildings are designated for display and storage. Extensive electrical outlets, lighting and plumbing are typically found.











Low Brick, precast concrete, good block, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, crafts, limited rehearsal facility




Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl, hardwood, rehearsal rooms, studios





Good lighting, plumbing and sound, extra features


Excellent Fine masonry, special architecture and trim

Acoustical design, performance and practice halls, good studios

High-quality lighting and sound, good plumbing





Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, asphalt tile, craft studios


Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference




Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., hardwood, rehearsal stages




Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or vinyl, small halls

Good fluorescent fixtures, good plumbing, some extra features



Acoustical design, performance and practice halls, good studios

High-quality lighting and sound, good plumbing





Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, linoleum or wood floors, craft studios


Heat pump system


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., hardwood, rehearsal stages




Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood or vinyl, small halls

Good fluorescent fixtures and plumbing, some extra features







Heat pump system





Drywall, acoustic title, vinyl comp. or hardwood, studios, rehearsal stages








Heat pump system


Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp. or hardwood, studios, rehearsal stages



368 Classrooms (College)

These buildings are subdivided into teaching units and designed primarily for academic work. Typically, the better qualities include more windows, and better interior and exterior refinements.






Occupancy Reference






Low Brick, precast concrete, block, some trim




Average Brick, concrete or metal panels, formed concrete, good trim




Good Face brick, stone, concrete or metal panels, solar glass, ornamental




Excellent Stone, best brick, metal and glass, high ornamentation






























Package A.C.


















Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference













Low Pole frame, finished interior, insulation, little trim



Package A.C.




Heat pump system






Package A.C.




Heat pump system





369 Commons (College)

A commons has a diversity of uses. Although each commons varies depending on the number of students and the space available, there are some common elements found in these occupancies: Administrative areas, food areas, study/quiet areas, and hobby/game areas.



The following are not included in the costs: Equipment used in these specialty areas, i.e., kitchen equipment in the food areas or recreational equipment.










Adequate lighting, plumbing and kitchen



Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, varied activity center



Excellent Stone, best brick, metal and glass, good ornamentation









Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference











Excellent Steel frame, stone, brick, metal and glass, good ornamentation









Heat pump system














Heat pump system








Heat pump system

370 Gymnasium (College)

These buildings are usually designed with the basketball court as the focal point. There is usually an entry area or lobby, and there may be a storefront and large openings in the entry area. The building itself is subdivided and includes locker/shower room facilities, some small administrative offices and miscellaneous rooms for storage and/or meetings. They can also serve as a number of teaching stations utilizing the spectator seating in the basketball court area.

The building may also include auxiliary gyms and various indoor racquet courts as well as more administrative and office areas.

The costs include all built-in cabinetry but do not include movable equipment, lockers, seating, and furnishings.





Occupancy Reference





Average Steel columns and girders, face brick, glass, best ornamental block



Heat pump system

Good Heavy frame, best masonry walls, solar glass, good entrance and lobby



Heat pump system






Space heaters




Package A.C.




Heat pump system




Heat pump system






Space heaters





Plaster or drywall, basketball floor, asphalt tile, few partitions


Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Excellent Heavy frame, masonry veneer walls, good entrance and lobby



Heat pump system






Space heaters

Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior, insulated



Space heaters




Package A.C.






Space heaters

Low Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulated



Space heaters

Occupancy Reference






Package A.C.




Heat pump system

371 Lecture Hall (College)

These buildings are used as classrooms for a large number of students and appear to be very similar to a small auditorium. Offices and some small classrooms can also be found. Projection areas are usually a common design feature in large classrooms.

The costs include all fixed seating, built-in bookshelves, cabinets and blackboards but do not include movable equipment (e.g., projection equipment).









Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, hardwood, small studios or hall

Adequate lighting & plumbing, good audio visual wiring





Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, main hall, fixed seating

Good lighting, audio-visual wiring, good plumbing





Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, small studios, fixed seats

Adequate lighting & plumbing, audio-visual wiring



Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, hardwood, main hall, fixed seating



Excellent Steel frame, face brick, metal panels, tile, ornamental

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, studios, main hall or auditorium

Best lighting, audio-visual wiring, good plumbing





Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, small studios, fixed seats




Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, hardwood, main hall, fixed seats






Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, small studios or hall, fixed seats



Occupancy Reference


372 Library (College)

This occupancy refers to structures used to provide books and services to meet the reading and research needs of colleges. Variations can be found in the design due primarily to the amount of service programs and the amount of students and faculty serviced by the center.

Typically, the college libraries can be subdivided into a number of different sections. Each library may not have all segments due to its design characteristics and services offered.

Commonly, there are control areas, staff work areas, reading areas, collection areas and restrooms in most libraries. The better quality libraries may have, in addition to the sections specified, study cubicles, conference/meeting rooms, audiovisual facilities and various processing, cataloging and exhibiting areas for specialized studies, research or special collections.

Exteriors have special features and designs in the better qualities that include marble, special veneers, ornate entries, and metal and glass panels. Lower qualities are plain with little, if any, ornamentation.

Interiors of the better quality university libraries are very similar to those found in the finest large public facilities. Plaster or drywall finish with wallpaper or paneling, carpet, vinyl or terrazzo on the floor and high-cost lighting are frequently found.

At the lower quality levels are the small college libraries that are typically very plain.













Good lighting, adequate wiring and plumbing







Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl and ceramic tiles



Excellent Special architecture, metal and glass, marble, face brick, stone

Acoustical design, glazed finishes, enamel, vinyl, good media stations





Low Brick, block, tilt-up panels, little ornamentation

Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, asphalt tile, few extras

Adequate lighting, wiring and plumbing

Package A.C.

Average Good brick, ornamental block, metal and glass, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet


Heat pump system



High-level lighting, TV circuits, good plumbing


Excellent Special architecture, metal and glass, face brick, stone, concrete

Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel, carpet, vinyl, terrazzo or tile



Occupancy Reference





Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, few extras


Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Good Brick veneer, metal and glass, EIFS, good entrance and ornamentation




Excellent Special architecture, best masonry veneer, metal and glass

Plaster, enamel, glazed or vinyl finishes, carpet, vinyl and tile






Drywall, acoustic tile ceilings, asphalt tile, few extras


Package A.C.


Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet


Heat pump system





373 Technical Trades Building (College)

These technical trades buildings have large rooms used primarily for specialized education and vocational training. They are built of masonry, wood frame or pre-engineered steel. The walls are painted with some drywall and acoustic tile ceilings. Good lighting and many outlets can be found.



The buildings, when divided, have some classroom/lecture stations and work areas. Cost includes all necessary components but not the power wiring or equipment that may be found. The overall division of the building separates the various training specialties, which may include woodworking, graphic arts, electrical, metal, machine and automotive.



Marshall Valuation Service sections: 18 and 48 (Technical Trades Building).








Adequate lighting, outlets and plumbing

Heat pump system

Average Brick, precast concrete, good block, some trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, good slab, hardwood or vinyl composition

Good lighting, many outlets, good plumbing


Good Face brick, concrete, metal panels, EIFS, glass, ornamental

Plaster or drywall, glazed finishes, carpet, tile and vinyl, some lab space

High-level lighting, good plumbing, some extras


Occupancy Reference







Package A.C.

Average Steel frame or bearing walls, brick, block, concrete panels, some trim



Package A.C.

Good Steel columns, web or joists, ornamental block or face brick






Low Light frame, siding, very plain

Drywall, acoustic tile, some flooring

Adequate lighting, little plumbing

Package A.C.


Plaster, acoustic tile or drywall ceiling, some asphalt tile


Package A.C.







Low Pole frame, metal single wall

Some ceiling and floor finish


Package A.C.

Average Pole frame, metal siding, some interior finish and insulation



Package A.C.





Low Pre-engineered, light frame, primarily exposed



Package A.C.

Average Pre-engineered, partly finished interior, some insulation



Package A.C.

374 Multipurpose Building (College)

These buildings are designed for large audience and participation groups. They may include combinations of uses within the same building, i.e., gymnasium-auditorium or cafeteria plus offices and other rooms. They are designed to accommodate two or more group activities at the same time.

The following are not included in the costs: Fixed seating and cafeteria or kitchen equipment.











Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference












Wall furnace


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, hardwood, small stage


Forced air




Package A.C.

Excellent Steel frame, best masonry walls, highly ornamental

Plaster, acoustic tile, good wood floor, stage, good detail






Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile linoleum or wood floors


Wall furnace


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or hardwood, small stage


Forced air




Package A.C.








Wall furnace




Forced air






Wall furnace




Forced air

375 Physical Education Building (College)

This building supplements the use of the gymnasium and includes classrooms that serve as instructional areas for athletic activities. There are also large areas that can be utilized for other uses such as intramural sports, demonstrations, exhibitions and informal recreation.

The costs include all built-in cabinetry but do not include equipment, lockers and furnishings.





Occupancy Reference








Heat pump system










Space heaters




Package A.C.




Heat pump system










Space heaters







Package A.C.




Heat pump system







Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior, insulation



Space heaters




Package A.C.



Low Pre-engineered, finished interior, some insulation



Space heaters



Adequate lighting & plumbing, locker rooms and classrooms

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference






Heat pump system

376 Science Building (College)

Science buildings include areas for lectures, demonstrations, audiovisual presentations, laboratory work and study and some administrative and stage areas. Typically, there is also an area designated for storage of materials and equipment. The laboratories have both AC and DC variable voltage and plumbing in the work areas.

Since science buildings have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.

The following are not included in the costs: Lab equipment.








Low Brick, precast concrete, block, little trim

Low cost finishes, acoustic tile, VCT, plain classrooms and offices

Minimum lab lighting & plumbing, few extras

Complete HVAC.





Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, carpet, good teaching and support


Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, good teaching and research

Good fluorescent fixtures, good lab stations and plumbing

Complete HVAC.


Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel, tile, many workstations, support facilities

Best lab plumbing and lighting, many extras

Complete HVAC.




Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall, VCT, plain classrooms and offices

Minimum lab lighting & plumbing

Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, adequate teaching, support facilities

Adequate lighting, plumbing and workstations

Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl or carpet, teaching, good research

Good fluorescent fixtures, lab stations and plumbing

Complete HVAC.


Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel, tile, carpet, vinyl, good support facilities

Best lab stations and plumbing, good lighting and outlets

Complete HVAC.




Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., plain classrooms and offices


Complete HVAC.

Occupancy Reference






Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl or carpet, teaching and research


Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.






Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.






Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl or carpet, teaching and research


Complete HVAC.



377 Entire College

This occupancy includes the entire school facility. There is a mixture of classrooms, multipurpose buildings, administrative offices, etc. The schools may consist of one building or several separate buildings. This occupancy applies to colleges with all departments under one roof.





















Occupancy Reference





























Heat pump system













Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel carpet and vinyl






Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, linoleum or wood floor


Package A.C.




Heat pump system














Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference







Package A.C.




Heat pump system





378 Stable

These are usually designed for the care and housing of horses. The better qualities have some decoration and include brick, brick veneer or wood as the exterior finish, and merge into occupancy 559 (High-Value Stable). Interiors have finished stalls, with restrooms, tack room and good finishes throughout. Good lighting and water service are also included.

The lower quality stall barns use block or low cost wood finishes on the walls and low cost roof systems. Floors may be finished only in feed and tack rooms, with the remaining floors being dirt. Stalls are not finished and there is no lighting or plumbing.

The stable's size and the needs of the owners influence the facilities that would be included within the stable. Commonly, the following areas can be found: Stalls or boxes, feed, tack, manure bunkers and lavatory accommodations. The better qualities may also include a sick box, washing and cleaning room, and sitting room for grooms.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 20 15 15 -- 15 15 -- Average -- -- 30 25 25 -- 25 25 -- Good -- -- 35 30 30 -- 30 30 -- Excellent -- -- 40 35 35 -- 35 35 --






Low Concrete block, open stalls

Rough stalls, dirt None None

Average Block, very plain, doors on stalls

Plywood wainscot in stalls, floors in feed and tack rooms

Adequate lighting and water outlets

None

Good Good brick or block, some windows and ornamentation

Fin. stalls, good floors, concrete in feed/tack rm., good quality throughout

Good lighting and water outlets, restroom

None



Low Boards on post and beam

Unfinished, dirt floors, open stalls

None None

Average Stucco or wood siding, little trim, good roofing

Wainscot in stalls, concrete floors in tack and feed rooms


None

Good Brick veneer, best siding, some windows, ornamentation

T&G stalls, finished tack and feed rooms, floors


None



Low Wood post, pipe hoop, fabric cover, open side walls and ends

Unfinished, dirt floors, open pipe stalls

None None

Average Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop frame, fabric cover, curtains

Rough stalls, dirt floor Minimum electrical, adequate water

None

Occupancy Reference




Lowest Metal or plywood on low-cost pole, shed or low gable

Rough stalls, dirt floor, no tack room, minimum hobby stable

None None

Low Metal on poles, open stalls

Rough stalls, dirt floor None None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, no trim, doors on stalls

Wood wainscot in stalls, floors in feed and tack rooms


None

Good Pole frame, good metal panels, finished inside, some trim

Finished stalls, good floors, good quality throughout


None



Low Galvanized steel, open stalls

Rough stalls, dirt floor None None

Average Steel siding, no trim, doors on stalls

Plywood wainscot in stalls, floors in feed and tack rooms


None

Good Good steel panels, finished inside, some trim

Finished stalls, good floors, good quality throughout


None

379 Theater, Live Stage

These buildings are designed for live stage presentations and include a stage that is commensurate with the quality of construction. Restroom and live stage dressing room facilities, entrances and suitable office and cloakroom facilities are included. Lighting and sound systems that are commensurate with the overall quality are also included.

The following are not included in the costs: Movable wings, movable lights, border lights, scenery, curtains and seating.










Average Face brick, concrete, some ornamentation, good entrance

Live stage, ornamental plaster and trim, carpeting, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting, sound system and plumbing


Good Face brick, stone, marble, ornamented entrance and lobby

Large stage, ornamental plaster, marble trim, carpeting, good detail



Excellent Top design, best materials, highly ornamented

Special finishes, acoustical design, major stage presentations

High-quality specialty lighting, best sound, good plumbing





Live stage, ornamental plaster and trim, carpeting, vinyl composition



Good Face brick, stone, terra cotta, ornamented entrance and lobby

Large stage, ornamental plaster, marble trim, carpeting, good detail



Occupancy Reference









Low Brick, block, concrete, plain front and lobby, some trim

Plaster or gypsum, suspended ceiling, carpeted lobby, small stage

Minimum lighting, adequate sound, minimum plumbing

Forced air

Average Brick, block, concrete, good decorative front and lobby

Live stage, ornamental plaster, some trim, carpeting, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

Good Face brick, stone, terra cotta, ornamental entrance and lobby

Large stage, ornamental interior, carpeting, good detail









Low Siding or stucco, plain entry

Drywall, acoustic tile, small stage

Minimum live stage facility

Forced air

Average Stucco, some masonry trim, decorative front and lobby

Live stage, some ornamentation and trim, carpeting, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

Good Face brick or stone veneer, ornamental entrance and lobby

Large stage, ornamental interior, carpeting, good detail







Low Metal panels on pole frame, finished interior, small entrance

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition lobby, small stage


Forced air



Low Metal panels, finished interior

Drywall, acoustic tile, small stage

Minimum live stage facility

Forced air

Average Insulated sandwich panels, good storefront and trim

Some decoration and extras, carpet and tile, live stage presentations


Package A.C.

380 Theater, Cinema

These buildings are designed for motion picture presentations. They include little or no stage area, restroom facilities, a projection area and sound system. Projection area, lighting and sound systems that are commensurate with the overall quality are also included.

The following are not included in the costs: Seating, projection equipment and snack bar equipment.





Occupancy Reference






Small stage, ornamental plaster and trim, carpeting, vinyl composition



Good Face brick, stone, marble, ornamental entrance and lobby

Cinema stage, ornamental plaster, marble trim, carpeting, good detail






Small stage, ornamental plaster and trim, carpeting, vinyl composition



Good Face brick, stone, terra cotta, ornamental entrance and lobby

Cinema stage, ornamental plaster, marble trim, carpeting, good detail





Low Low-cost block, tilt-up, very plain, acoustic sound walls

Painted masonry, very plain, minimum multiplex cinema facility

Minimum code, sound per screen

Forced air

Fair Brick, block, concrete panels, plain commercial building, small entry

Plain construction, small screens, vinyl composition in lobby


Package A.C.

Average Brick, block, concrete, good front and lobby, some trim

Plaster or gypsum, suspended ceiling, stepped floor, carpeted lobby

Adequate lighting, good sound and plumbing

Package A.C.




Good Brick, block, concrete, good decorative front and lobby

Some stage or ornamental plaster, some trim, carpeting, ceramic tile

Good lighting, sound systems and plumbing

Package A.C.

Very Good

Face brick, stone, terra cotta, ornamental entrance and lobby

Cinema stages, ornamental interior, carpeting, good main-feature screen

Special lighting and sound systems, good plumbing


Excellent Top design, best materials, very elaborate entrance

Special finishes, acoustic design, high-cost lobby finishes

High-quality specialty lighting, best sound throughout, good plumbing




Low Low-cost wood or stucco, very plain, acoustic sound walls

Few partitions, very plain, minimum multiplex cinema facility


Forced air

Fair Siding or stucco, small entrance, good acoustic or masonry sound walls

Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile lobby, concrete slab, small screens


Package A.C.

Average Stucco or siding, good front and lobby, some trim

Drywall, suspended ceiling, carpeted lobby, stepped floor


Package A.C.

Good Stucco, some brick or stone trim, decorative front and lobby

Some stage or ornamentation and trim, carpeting, ceramic tile

Good lighting, sound systems and plumbing

Package A.C.

Very Good

Face brick or stone veneer, ornamental entrance and lobby

Cinema stages, ornamental interior, carpeting, good main-feature screen

Special lighting, sound systems, good plumbing


Occupancy Reference




Low Pole frame and truss, metal siding, lined, insulated, acoustic sound walls



Forced air



Low Single wall, low-cost interior finish and insulation, acoustic walls



Forced air

Fair Metal panels, finished interior, small entrance, good sound walls

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl-composition lobby, concrete slab


Package A.C.

Average Good metal panels, roof, front and lobby, some trim

Finished interior, suspended ceiling, carpeted lobby, stepped floor


Package A.C.

Good Insulated sandwich panels, good storefront and trim

Some decorative and extras, carpet and tile, some small stage fronts

Good lighting, sound system and plumbing

Package A.C.

381 Veterinary Hospital

These structures are designed for the medical and surgical care and treatment of small animals. Floor finishes are resilient covering. Wall finishes, either plaster or drywall, are plain. Good quality facilities also have some lab and x-ray areas. Individual cubicles or rooms within the structure include adequate lighting and plumbing.

The following are not included in the costs: X-ray equipment, cages, runs or open shelters.










Average Brick, precast panels, some trim

Plaster or drywall, vinyl, laboratory and X-ray facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, power outlets (see Page 26)




Low Block or tilt-up, very plain

Drywall, some asphalt tile floor


Space heaters

Average Brick, partially finished interior, some trim

Plaster or drywall, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting, fluoroscope outlets, adequate plumbing

Forced air

Good Face brick, ornamental block, good trim and fenestration

Plaster or drywall, vinyl, good lab and X-ray facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, power outlets

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, block or concrete, good entrance and trim

Plaster, ceramic, vinyl and carpet finishes, indoor exercise facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, lab, diagnostic and treatment facilities




Low Stucco or siding, finished interior



Space heaters

Occupancy Reference



Average Stucco or siding, brick trim or low cost brick veneer

Plaster or drywall, vinyl composition


Forced air

Good Good brick veneer, trim and fenestration

Plaster or drywall, vinyl, good laboratory and X-ray facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, power outlets

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, best siding, good entrance and trim

Plaster, ceramic, vinyl and carpet finishes, indoor exercise facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, lab, diagnostic and treatment facilities




Low Pole frame, metal single wall, very plain



Space heaters



Low Metal on light frame, very plain



Space heaters

Average Insulated sandwich panels or metal with finished interior

Drywall, vinyl composition


Forced air

383 Tobacco Barn

The costs include lighting, racks and water service.

To price in more detail using the Agricultural Estimator, use the following occupancies: 121 Tobacco Barn, Air Curing 122 Tobacco Barn, Flue Curing










Average Wall-bearing brick, block or structural tile

Unfinished, flue-curing, partially floored, racks


None



Low Wood frame and siding, vented walls



Average Wood frame, stucco or siding

Partly finished interior, part slab, flue-curing, racks


None



Average Pole frame, metal siding

Some sheathing and slab, flue-curing, racks


None



Average Steel siding and frame Some sheathing and slab, flue-curing, racks


None

Occupancy Reference


384 Barber Shop

As individual structures, barber shops are normally one-story buildings with wood frame or masonry exterior walls. They may also be found in large shopping mall areas of mixed building construction. Interiors are very plain with little trim or ornamental items. Most barber/beauty shops have large open areas with very few interior partitions. Floor finishes are resilient floor covering, e.g., asphalt tile, vinyl tile, vinyl composition tile, etc.

The costs include plumbing fixtures and electrical service but do not include mechanical chairs, furnishings and mirrors.








Average Brick, block, low-cost storefront

Plaster or drywall, exposed masonry, vinyl composition


Wall furnace

Good Brick, best block, plain front, some ornamentation

Plaster, good acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl

Good lighting and outlets, many fixtures

Package A.C.



Average Stucco or siding, low-cost storefront

Plaster or drywall, little ornamentation, vinyl composition


Wall furnace




Good Good stucco or siding, brick veneer, plain front, some ornamentation

Plaster, good acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl


Package A.C.



Average Finished interior, small low-cost front

Acoustic tile, gypsum board, vinyl composition


Wall furnace

Good Sandwich panels, plain front, some ornamentation

Good acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, some trim


Package A.C.

386 Mini Warehouse

These are warehouses subdivided into cubicles of generally small size and are designed primarily to be rented for non-commercial storage. The interior cubicles are divided with either masonry, metal or wood frame walls. Drywall is a common interior finish on the framed walls. They are typically built with slab floors. The better qualities have some electrical in each unit and may include some office or living space.

Note: Use the average area and average perimeter of the entire mini-warehouse group for the area and perimeter entries.

The following are not included in the costs: Security equipment, built-in appliances and yard improvements.





Occupancy Reference





Low Low-cost block, tilt-up, light roof, low-cost door entries

Subdivided into large cubicles, light slab, no support facilities

Minimum electrical service

None

Average Block, tilt-up, light construction

Subdivided into cubicles, mixed sizes, unfinished slab, small office

Adequate electrical service per space, minimum water

None

Good Brick, block or tilt-up, many doors

Subdivided cubicles, good security partitions, office-apartment

Electrical outlets and lighting in each space, minimum plumbing

None



Low Low-cost stucco or siding, low-cost door entries



None

Average Wood frame and stucco or wood



None

Good Stucco, siding or brick veneer, many doors



None



Low Pole frame, metal siding, low-cost door entries



None




Average Wood pole frame, metal siding



None

Good Good pole frame, metal siding, many doors



None



Lowest Light steel frame, siding and doors

Extra large only; all cubes >300 sq. ft.

Minimum electrical only

None

Low Light steel frame, siding, low-cost door entries



None

Average Light steel frame and metal siding



None

Good Pre-engineered frame, insulated, many doors



None

387 Transit Warehouse

These buildings are designed for temporary closed storage, freight segregation and loading. Often called truck terminals, they are most commonly built with masonry, wood frame or steel frame walls. The interiors have some finished offices and driver areas. Lighting and plumbing, although adequate to service the personnel, are not excessive or ornate. Heating and ventilation is sufficient to protect stored goods and materials from freezing or other forms of spoilage.

The costs include dock height floors but do not include dock leveling equipment and special material handling facilities.



Occupancy Reference







Average Block, good tilt-up, overhead doors

Some finished office, drivers’ rest areas, dock-height floor

Adequate lighting, plumbing for transient drivers

Space heaters

Good Brick or block, best tilt-up, good overhead doors

Good finished office, drivers’ rest areas, dock-height floor

Good lighting, plumbing for transient drivers

Forced air



Average Wood frame, siding or stucco

Some finished office/drivers’ rest areas, dock-height floor


Space heaters



Average Wood pole frame, metal siding

Some finished office/drivers’ rest areas, dock-height floor


Space heaters





Average Steel frame and siding Some finished office/drivers’ rest areas, dock-height floor


Space heaters

Good Heavy steel frame and siding, good overhead doors

Good finished office, drivers’ rest areas, dock-height floor

Good lighting, plumbing for transient drivers

Forced air

388 Underground Parking Structure

These structures, like occupancy 345 (Parking Structure), are made for automobile storage. They are built totally below grade and contain a number of levels. Generally, the grade level roof is a park or other public facility. Structural steel or a reinforced concrete frame provides the majority of the support for the parking structure. All floors are heavy concrete and the roof is load bearing. Ventilation systems are commonly found. They normally have small office and service facilities.

Ramp designs vary from separate and exclusive ramps, which separate the travel and the parking/unparking operations, to continuous sloping floor or adjacent ramp, which have both the travel and parking operations integrated within the same space. The determination of the type of ramp used is based on the site's shape and dimensions and the parking demand characteristics.

Note: Do not use this occupancy for basement parking.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 45 45 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Average 45 45 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Good 45 45 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- Excellent 50 50 -- -- -- -- -- --

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Unfinished concrete, waterproofed walls and load-bearing roof

Unfinished, some office and service areas

Good lighting, restrooms and service plumbing

Package A.C.

389 Equipment Storage Building (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies instead: 470 Equipment (Shop) Building 476 Farm Implement Building 472 Equipment Shed 478 Farm Implement Shed 527 Municipal Service Garage 526 Service Garage Shed 528 Service Repair Garage

These buildings are designed for the storage and maintenance of equipment for farm or light commercial use. Walls are usually either block or some type of metal, aluminum or wood over the frame. Roof systems are either steel or wood and floors are concrete or asphalt. The better qualities will generally have good electrical circuits and/or water service.

The following is not included in the costs: Service equipment.





390 Lumber Storage Building, Vertical

These buildings are designed for vertical lumber storage and include costs for the storage racks. These structures are typically designed with four exterior walls of either wood frame or steel



construction. Floors are either concrete or wood at the better qualities and dirt at the lower qualities. Electrical wiring and open fixtures can be found in the better qualities.

The costs include storage racks.








Low Low-cost board siding, light frame, four walls

Unfinished, asphalt or wood floor, minimum racks

None None

Average Wood or stucco on wood frame, four walls

Unfinished, light concrete or wood floor, average racks

Minimum electrical, no plumbing

None

Good Good wood or stucco on wood frame, four walls

Unfinished, concrete or wood floor, good racks

Conduit, open fixtures, no plumbing

None



Low Metal on pole frame, four walls, vertical storage


None None

Average Metal on pole frame, four walls, vertical storage



None

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Good Good metal panels on pole frame, four walls



None



Low Low-cost steel siding, light frame, four walls


None None

Average Steel siding on steel frame, four walls



None

Good Good metal panels on steel frame, four walls



None

391 Material Storage Building

This weatherproof lumberyard structure is designed for closed storage of such building materials as cement, lime, nails, roofing, etc. The masonry buildings have brick or block with heavy roof framing and windows at the better qualities. Walls are sealed with heavy slabs or plank floors. Electrical systems generally include spark-proof fixtures.

The frame structures are constructed with either wood or steel framed walls. The exterior covers are typically stucco, wood siding or metal siding. Floors at the lower qualities may be unfinished while the better qualities have floors similar to the masonry buildings.










Average Block, structural clay tile, light roof structure

Unfinished walls, slab or plank floor


None

Good Brick or block, heavy rafters, barred windows

Sealed walls and heavy slab


None



Average Wood or cheap stucco, wood frame

Unfinished, concrete or plank floor


None

Good Stucco, wood or metal siding on heavy wood studs

Wainscot, heavy slab or plank floor


None

Very Good

Siding on heavy posts, arch, dome or conical roof

Heavy concrete piers, asphalt floor, salt storage

Good lighting, no plumbing

None



Average Metal panels, sheathing on pole frame

Concrete slab, some wainscot


None



Average Steel panels, sheathing on steel frame

Sealed concrete slab, some wainscot


None

Good Steel panels, sheathing, on heavy steel studs

Heavy slab, sealed walls


None

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Very Good

Siding on heavy steel, arch or dome roof

Heavy concrete piers, asphalt floor, salt storage

Good lighting, no plumbing

None



Average Steel panels, sheathing on light steel slant frame

Sealed concrete slab, some wainscot


None

392 Industrial Engineering Building

The exterior of an industrial engineering building is similar to that of occupancy 494 (Industrial Light Manufacturing). However, the interior has a larger amount of office area and finished space than the manufacturing occupancy while containing some manufacturing and assembly areas. The best structures approach good office buildings in cost, with many partitions, best lighting, elevators or escalators, and fine detail. If the design appears closer to office use than to industrial, use occupancy 344 (Office Building).

Better quality exteriors have high-cost features and ornamentation. Interiors at most qualities are plaster or drywall with fluorescent lighting and adequate plumbing for the personnel. The quality of the fixtures is commensurate with the quality of the structure.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, power feeds and special utilities for manufacturing machinery.










Low Brick, precast concrete, block, little trim, small storefront entry

Low-cost finishes, acoustic tile, VCT, plain offices, 20% - 30% buildout


Package A.C.

Average Brick on block or tile, concrete or metal panels, good front

Gypsum walls and ceilings, resilient floors, half office buildout


Package A.C.


Gypsum or plaster, some trim, carpet and resilient floors, good offices

Good fluorescent lighting, good plumbing



Plaster, acoustic ceilings, finished floor, many offices





Low Brick, precast concrete, block, little trim, small storefront entry

Low-cost finishes, acoustic tile, VCT, plain offices, 20% - 30% buildout


Package A.C.

Average Brick, formed concrete or precast walls, good front

Gypsum walls and ceilings, resilient floors, half office buildout


Package A.C.

Good Face brick, concrete curtain wall, some ornamentation

Gypsum or plaster, some trim, carpet and resilient floors, good offices




Plaster, acoustic ceilings, finished floor, much office space



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Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall, VCT, plain offices, 20% - 30% buildout


Package A.C.

Average Bearing wall or frame, brick, concrete panels, good front

Finished walls, finished floors and ceilings, half office buildout


Package A.C.

Good Steel frame, bar or web joists, good masonry or curtain walls

Gypsum or plaster walls, good office areas, acoustic ceilings



Excellent Steel or concrete frame, ornamented masonry, entrance and lobby

Plaster walls, acoustic ceilings, carpet and resilient floors, mostly offices

Office-type lighting, many outlets, good plumbing




Low Wood frame, stucco or siding, little ornamentation, small front

Drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, plain offices, 20% - 30% buildout


Package A.C.

Average Wood studs or light frame, stucco, wood, brick veneer, good front

Drywall, walls and ceilings, resilient tile, half office buildout


Package A.C.

Good Steel frame, web joists, good metal, glass, stucco, brick veneer

Plaster or gypsum, acoustic ceilings, good office areas



Excellent Heavy frame, good metal and glass, stone and brick veneer

Plaster or gypsum, acoustic ceilings, carpet and resilient tile, mostly offices







Low Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulation, small front

Drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, plain offices, 20% - 30% buildout


Package A.C.

Average Steel frame and light panels with steel trusses or joists, good front

Enameled walls and exposed trusses, finished floors, half offices

Exposed conduit, fluorescent lighting, adequate plumbing

Package A.C.

Good Steel frame, good metal and glass, good storefront and trim

Plaster or gypsum, acoustic ceilings, good office areas



Excellent Heavy frame, best sandwich panels, ornamented entry and lobby

Plaster or gypsum, acoustic ceilings, carpet and resilient tile, mostly offices



393 Labor Dormitory

These buildings provide living quarters for transient laborers or permanent ranch hands. The better qualities, either masonry or wood frame construction, are designed with good fenestration, insulated walls, concrete floors, individual rooms, lighting and common shower facilities. The lower qualities include less fenestration, large common areas, minimum plumbing and lighting.

The following is not included in the costs: Kitchen equipment.





Occupancy Reference





Low Low-cost block, minimum fenestration

Unfinished, no partitions


None

Average Block, adequate fenestration

Concrete floor, common rooms

Adequate lighting, plumbing in common restroom

None

Good Cheap brick, stucco on block, good fenestration, insulated

Concrete floor, gypsum or plywood partitions, individual rooms

Lighting and outlet in each room, common shower room

None



Low Box frame, plywood or board and batten

Light slab, unfinished interior

Minimum droplights, water service

None

Average Plywood or siding on box frame or wide-spaced studs


Adequate lighting, plumbing in common restroom

None

Good Stucco or siding on studs, good fenestration, insulated



None



Average Steel panels and frame, sheathing



None

Good Steel panels and frame, good fenestration, insulated



None



394 Transient Labor Cabin

These buildings provide minimum living facilities for families. They commonly are constructed having a box frame with plywood or board and batten exterior finish. The interior has concrete or board floors with no partitions and minimum cabinetry. Minimum lighting and electrical outlets and a sink with cold water service will normally be found.

The costs do not include kitchen equipment.








Average Box frame, plywood, board and batten or metal siding

Slab or board floor, no partitions, minimum cabinetry

One or two lights and outlets, sink with cold water

None

395 Potato Storage

Designed to provide long-term storage, the masonry structures are built below grade with heaped earth on three sides, while the wood or steel frame buildings have metal or siding with insulated walls and roof. Interiors include some partitions and bulkheads with plank floors over concrete slabs or concrete air channels.




Occupancy Reference






Lowest Dirt trench, block end walls only, pole rafters, straw, dirt cover

Unfinished, dirt floor Minimum electrical only

None

Low Block or tile, insulated roof (mild climate)

Partitions, concrete air channels

Minimum lighting only

None

Average Block, below grade, heaped earth three sides (moderate climate)

Partitions, bulkheads, plank floors, on concrete, heating ducts

Minimum lighting, no plumbing

None

Good Block, below grade, heaped earth three sides, heavy roof (cold climate)

Partitions, bulkheads, plank floors raised over concrete, heating ducts

Adequate electrical, water service

HEAT



Lowest Dirt trench, wood end walls only, pole rafters, straw, dirt cover


None

Low Plywood, insulated roof (mild climate)



None

Average Plywood or siding on wood studs, good roof, insulated (mod. climate)



None




Good Wood T&G on heavy studs, insulated (cold climate)

Heavy partitions and bulkheads, plank floors raised over concrete


None



Lowest Dirt trench, metal end walls only, pole rafters, straw, dirt cover


None

Low Pole frame, insulated roof (mild climate)



None

Average Pole frame, good metal panels, roof, insulated (moderate climate)



None

Good Pole frame, metal panels and sheathing, insulated (cold climate)



None



Low Galvanized steel, insulated roof (mild climate)



None

Average Steel siding, frame, good roof, insulated (moderate climate)

Partitions, bulkheads, plank floors on concrete, heating ducts


None

Good Metal sandwich panels or steel and sheathing, insulated (cold climate)



None

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396 Hog Barn

These barns provide for the breeding, nursery, farrowing and finishing of swine. Costs are averages of the various types that make up a facility. The lower qualities are open curtain-walled, partially floored finishing barns only. There usually is some electrical and water to the pens. Higher quality types have concrete floors and are suitable for Environmental Control Confinement Housing. Most have some type of flushing system.


To price in more detail using the Agricultural Estimator, use the following occupancies: 109 Hog Breeding 110 Hog Farrowing 111 Hog Finishing 112 Hog Nursery

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 430 Hog Shed 429 Hog Shed, Modified








Lowest Cheap block Unfinished, dirt floor, finishing





Low Block or structural tile, little fenestration

Unfinished, partial floor, some division of space, grow/finish


None

Average Block or structural tile, adequate fenestration

Insulated ceiling, slab, some division of space, gestation


None


Insulated, slab floor, subdivided, breed/gestation


None

Very Good

Brick or block, good ventilation and fenestration

Insulated, slab floor, subdivided, farrowing


None

Excellent Brick or block, good ventilation and fenestration


Good lighting & plumbing, lab

None



Lowest Plywood or low cost boards

Unfinished, dirt floor, finishing


Low Vertical boards or plywood, on box frame, some insulation

Some wainscot, partial floor, some division of space, grow/finish


None

Average Stucco or wood siding, insulated

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, slab floor, some subdivision, gestation


None


Insulated, slab floor, subdivided, breed/gestation


None

Very Good

Wood siding or stucco, good ventilation and fenestration

Insulated, slab floor, subdivided, farrowing


None

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Excellent Wood siding or stucco, good ventilation and fenestration



None




Unfinished, dirt floor, finishing


Low Pole frame, metal siding, some insulation



None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, insulated

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, slab floor, some subdivision, gestation


None


Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, breed/gestation


None

Very Good

Pole frame, metal siding, fully insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, farrowing


None

Excellent Pole frame, metal siding, fully insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, office, nursery


None



Low Steel siding and frame, some insulation



None




Average Steel siding and frame, insulated

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, slab, some division of space, gestation


None


Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, breed/gestation


None

Very Good

Steel panels and frame, fully insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, farrowing


None

Excellent Steel panels and frame, fully insulated, ventilated

Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, subdivided, office, nursery


None

397 Sheep Barn

These structures are designed for the care and housing of sheep and are averages of various types of environmental confinement housing. The average quality structure has a slab floor, insulated and vented walls, and some interior partitions. Typically, there is minimal electrical and plumbing.

For slotted floors use one of the following: Finished Basement for Deep Pit/Tractor Access Semi-finished Basement for Shallow Pit/Scraper Alley

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 120 Sheep Shed

132 Livestock Shelter, Individual




Occupancy Reference






Average Wood frame and siding, insulated and vented walls

Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, some division of space


None

Good Wood frame and siding, insulated, lambing barn

Insulated ceiling, interior sheathing, slab floor, division of space


None



Good Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, lambing barn



None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, insulated and vented walls



None



Average Steel frame and siding, insulated and vented walls



None




Good Steel frame and siding, insulated, lambing barn



None

398 Fruit Packing Barn

Barns that usually have metal walls and metal roofs and may also utilize some plywood as the exterior wall cover. Costs include built-in refrigerated cooler rooms for the fresh produce and a concrete slab floor. They may also include some small finished office area. Lighting is high level and plumbing usually includes some water service.

The costs do not include any process piping or refrigeration equipment.








Average Block or tilt-up, light truss, metal or built-up roof

Fruit cooler, concrete slab, small finished office

Good lighting, water service

Occupancy Reference




Average Plywood on studs or box frame, metal or composition roof



None



Average Metal siding on light pole frame, no wainscot



None



Average Steel siding and frame Fruit cooler, concrete slab, small finished office


None

399 Cattle Shed (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies instead: 468 Material Storage Shed 479 Farm Utility Storage Shed 561 Feeder Barn 562 Commodity Storage Shed

Designed for livestock or material shelter. They are open on one side with wood or metal siding attached to poles or a steel frame. The average quality structure has an inexpensive asphalt or dirt floor, feeders for the livestock and endwall doors. Generally there is no electrical, plumbing or heating included in these structures.








400 Hay Shed (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies instead: 473 Material Shelter 565 Farm Utility Shelter 566 Farm Sun Shade Shelter

These structures are open shelters designed for the storage of hay or other materials. They are also used as livestock sunshades. They have wooden or steel roofs on either trusses or rafters. The primary support for the structure is either poles or posts and girders. Spans are generally wide, there are no walls and the floor is dirt.






401 Town House, End Unit

This occupancy is designed for an individual unit of a low-rise, three story and under building, which has a number of one-family units. The primary characteristic of this occupancy is that the one-family unit shares one common wall with another unit in the group. Front, rear and one side elevation will have exposed exterior walls.


Occupancy Reference



The following are not included in the costs: Appliances, fireplaces, exterior balconies and common areas such as separate recreational and service facilities, pools, paving etc.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Town House, Inside Unit 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit 179 High Rise Town House, Detached 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit









Gypsum board and paint, asphalt tile, low-cost cabinets

Minimum, low cost fixtures

Wall furnace










Forced air




Package A.C.




Warm and cool air



Low Low-cost siding, roof, sash

Drywall and paint, asphalt tile

Minimum, low-cost fixtures

Wall furnace







Forced air




Package A.C.




Warm and cool air

403 Shower Building

These buildings are used to provide shower and dressing facilities. Interior walls are paint-enameled drywall or plaster, and the floors are concrete. There is adequate lighting and

Occupancy Reference


plumbing. Better qualities include saunas and/or steam rooms and finished offices commensurate with the quality.

The cost includes built-in lockers.









Finished interior, good tile or glazed surfaces, some extra facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, some extras

Wall furnace



Lowest Low-cost block, top ventilation

Light slab, unfinished interior, camp facility

Minimum lights, fixtures and drains

None

Low Block, light roof, very plain

Low-cost finishes, few partitions, sealed concrete

Minimum lighting & plumbing, showers, dressing stalls

Space heaters

Average Steel frame or bearing walls, brick, block, concrete panels, some trim

Enameled walls, some wainscot, plaster ceiling, good concrete floor

Adequate lighting & plumbing, showers, lockers

Space heaters




Good Decorative block and trim, heavy structure

Finished interior, good tile or glazed surfaces, extra facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, extra outlets and fixtures, sauna

Wall furnace

Excellent Stone, rustic trim or block

Good finish or under 1,000 sq. ft.

High-cost fixtures Forced air



Lowest Box frame, plywood, boards, top ventilation

Light slab, unfinished interior, camp facility

Minimum lights and fixtures, few drains

None




Space heaters

Average Wood frame or pipe columns, good stucco or siding, little trim

Plaster, enameled walls, some wainscot, good concrete floors


Space heaters


Finished interior, good tile or glazed surfaces, extra facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, extra outlets and fixtures, sauna

Wall furnace



Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior



Space heaters




Space heaters

Occupancy Reference




Low Pre-engineered, metal siding, finished interior



Space heaters




Space heaters

404 Utility Building (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies instead: 471 Light Commercial Utility Building 477 Farm Utility Building

The utility building has many uses (enclosed barn, feed storage, equipment storage, etc.). The low cost building is a light shell with minimum fenestration and no floor. These buildings are usually lighter than typical industrial or warehouse buildings.





405 Skating Rink (Obsolete)

Large, open structures that include areas for ice skating or roller skating, lobby, restrooms and an equipment storage area. Lounge, snack bar, offices, locker or shower room facilities are commensurate with the quality as indicated.

Roller skating rinks include the basic skating surface, and ice rinks include the basic floor structure.



The following are not included in the costs: Snack bar equipment, seating, lockers and ice making equipment.








Low Block or tilt-up Little or none, no dressing rooms


Forced air

Average Block or brick, little trim



Package A.C.


Acoustic treatment, good viewers’ seating, snack bar and locker rooms

Good lighting and restrooms, some entertainment-type lighting

Package A.C.




Little or none, no dressing rooms


Forced air




Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, best siding or stucco, trim, good entrance


Good lighting and restrooms, some entertainment lighting

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference





No dressing rooms or showers


Forced air






Forced air


Some gypsum board and acoustic tile, few extras


Package A.C.



Good lighting and restrooms, some entertainment-type lighting

Package A.C.

406 Storage Warehouse

These buildings are designed for storage and include an amount of office space commensurate with the quality of the building (typically 3 to 12 percent).

Typically, they have plaster or drywall interior partitions and may have some finished ceilings. The better qualities have small office fronts with ornamental materials at the front elevation, while lower cost structures are plain with very little if any ornamentation. Heating and ventilating facilities are sufficient to protect goods from freezing and other spoilage.

The following are not included in the costs: Special climate control equipment and dock levelers and material handling equipment.






Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M S P W Low 45 45 40 35 -- 40 35 35 -- Average 50 50 45 40 -- 45 40 40 -- Good 50 50 45 40 -- 45 40 40 -- Excellent 55 55 50 45 -- 50 45 45 --




Low Low-cost block, tile or concrete

Unfinished, small office, few partitions


Space heaters

Average Brick on block or tile, concrete panels, very plain

Painted walls, few partitions, small offices


Space heaters

Good Ornamental concrete or brick, small office front

Plaster or drywall with partitions, some finished ceilings

Good lighting, plumbing, adequate restrooms

Hot water



Low Low-cost block, tile or concrete

Unfinished, small office, few partitions


Space heaters

Average Brick on block or tile, concrete panels, very plain



Space heaters

Good Ornamental concrete or brick, small office front

Plaster or drywall with partitions, finished ceilings in most areas


Hot water



Low Block, cheap brick, tilt-up, light construction

Unfinished, small office, shell type, minimum code


Space heaters

Occupancy Reference



Average Steel or wood frame or bearing walls, brick, block, or tilt-up

Painted walls, finished office, hardened slab

Adequate lighting, low-cost plumbing fixtures

Space heaters

Good Steel frame, good brick, block, or tilt-up, tapered girders

Plaster or drywall, some masonry partitions, good offices


Space heaters

Excellent Brick, concrete, good facade

Plaster or drywall, partitioned, finished ceilings in most areas


Package A.C.



Low Stucco or siding on wood

Unfinished, slab, utility type, minimum office


Space heaters

Average Stucco on wood frame, wood trusses

Small office, average slab


Space heaters

Good Heavy wood frame, wood or stucco siding

Heavy slab or mill-type floors


Space heaters

Class M (Mill Type)


Average Mill-type construction, brick and block, wood trusses



Space heaters

Good Mill-type construction, brick walls, wood or steel trusses

Plaster walls, masonry partitions, painted trusses


Steam






Unfinished utility type, light slab, minimum office


Space heaters

Average Pole frame, good metal siding, insulated

Small office, some finish, slab


Space heaters



Low Pre-engineered frame, metal siding

Unfinished utility type, light slab, minimum office


Space heaters

Average Rigid steel frame, siding

Small office, average slab


Space heaters

Good Good steel frame, siding and fenestration

Some good office, interior finish and floor


Space heaters

Excellent Heavy steel frame, insulated panels, good facade

Plaster or drywall, partitioned, finished ceilings in most areas


Package A.C.

407 Distribution Warehouse

These buildings are designed with large areas to accommodate the breakdown and shipment of small lots of materials and goods. They have more plumbing and lighting than storage warehouses in order to service the large personnel load. Costs include heating and ventilation sufficient to protect goods from freezing or other forms of spoilage.

The distribution areas have drywall or plaster on the interior with finished ceilings and vaults in some cases. Some of the better qualities also have good fire and security systems.

The following are not included in the costs: Material handling equipment and dock levelers.




Occupancy Reference






Average Brick on block or tile, concrete panels, good fenestration

Painted walls, offices, and distribution areas

Reading-level lighting and adequate plumbing

Space heaters

Good Ornamental concrete, brick, or metal/glass panels, office front

Plaster or drywall with partitions, distribution areas, fin. ceilings, vaults

Good lighting, plumbing, restrooms for personnel

Hot water



Average Brick on block or tile, concrete panels, good fenestration

Painted walls, offices and distribution areas

Reading-level lighting, adequate plumbing

Space heaters

Good Ornamental concrete, brick, or metal/glass panels, office front

Plaster or drywall with partitions, distribution areas, fin. ceilings, vaults


Hot water



Low Block, tilt-up, very plain, light construction

Unfinished, shell type, adequate offices, partitioned areas

Adequate lighting, plumbing fixtures

Space heaters

Average Steel or wood frame or bearing walls, brick, block, or tilt-up

Painted walls, finished offices and distribution areas, hardened slab


Space heaters




Good Steel frame, good brick, block, or tilt-up, tapered girders

Plaster or drywall, some masonry partitions, good offices


Forced air

Excellent Brick, metal/glass, ornamental facades and fenestration

Completely finished, drugs, food, or bonded storage, large offices

High-level lighting and good plumbing

Package A.C.



Average Stucco or siding on wood, good fenestration

Small office, partitions and distribution areas


Space heaters

Good Good wood frame with stucco or siding, some ornamentation

Some good offices and distribution areas


Forced air



Low Wood pole frame, metal siding

Unfinished, adequate offices, partitioned areas

Adequate lighting, plumbing fixtures

Space heaters

Average Good pole frame, metal siding

Distribution areas, small offices


Space heaters



Low Pre-engineered frame, plain shell

Adequate office, partitioned areas


Space heaters

Average Rigid steel frame and siding

Distribution areas, small offices


Space heaters


Some good offices and interior finish, distribution areas


Forced air

Occupancy Reference



Excellent Heavy steel frame, sandwich panels, good ornamentation

Completely finished, drugs, food, or bonded storage, large offices

High-level lighting and good plumbing

Package A.C.

408 Service Station

These structures are complete stations, including design fees. The building includes an area for office, storage, sales, restroom, and lube areas for service bay stations. Costs include base electric and interior circuits; exterior circuits must be added.

For canopies, use fair to average quality for occupancy 508 (Car Wash Canopy).

For prefabricated food booths, use occupancy 465 (Food Booth, Prefabricated).

For drive-thru car wash, use occupancy 435 (Car Wash, Drive-Thru).

The following are not included in the costs: Hoists and compressors, car wash equipment, food service and display fixtures, and all exterior canopies, equipment and improvements.


Marshall Valuation Service section: 64.



Class C (Masonry Bearing Walls) and Class S (Metal Frame and Walls)


Low Painted steel, inexpensive sash and doors or gates

Older station, minimum finishes, few built-in items

Four residential-type fixtures, minimum interior electrical

Space heaters

Average Average painted steel or block, little trim, small overhangs

Present-day station, small office, storage, restrooms

Five to six low-cost commercial plumbing fixtures, standard electrical

Space heaters




Good Good steel or brick, sectional doors, good sash, large overhangs

Ranch or suburban style, tiled restrooms, good office

Average commercial fixtures, adequate interior circuits

Space heaters

Excellent Best steel or brick, masonry trim, good fenestration, garage doors

Good finish, best workmanship, many built-in features, tire racks, etc.

Six to eight good commercial plumbing fixtures, good electrical

Package A.C.



Lowest Low-cost siding or stucco, cheap sash and gates

Substandard, older station, minimal finishes

Two cheap plumbing fixtures, minimum incandescent lighting

None

Low Siding or stucco, inexpensive sash and doors or gates

Older station, minimum finishes, few built-in items

Two to three low-cost fixtures, minimum interior circuits

Space heaters

Average Siding or metal on wood frame, little trim, small overhangs

Present-day station, small office, storage, restrooms

Five to six low-cost commercial plumbing fixtures, standard electrical

Space heaters

Good Good sidings, sectional doors, good sash, large overhangs

Ranch or suburban style, tiled restroom, good office


Space heaters

409 T-Hangar

These are multiple hangars for small planes. Many include partitioned areas for individual planes. Interiors have concrete slab floors with very few extras. They have minimum electrical, occasionally plumbing, and commonly do not have heating or cooling.




Occupancy Reference


Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 25 -- -- -- 20 20 -- Average -- -- 30 -- -- -- 30 30 -- Good -- -- 30 -- -- -- 30 30 -- Excellent -- -- 40 -- -- -- 35 35 --




Average Concrete block, low-cost brick, tilt-up, light roof structure

Subdivided storage hangar, concrete floor, small office


None



Low Pole frame and truss, metal siding

Subdivided storage hangar, few extras, light floor and doors


None



Low Pre-engineered, steel siding

Subdivided storage hangar, few extras, light floor


None

Average Good steel frame, enameled steel panels

Subdivided storage hangar, concrete floor, small office


None

410 Automotive Center

These buildings are designed for both sales and service with display rooms, office, storage and repair space commensurate with the quality. The better qualities are a combination retail store (with storefronts and finish) and garage.

Average quality contains sales area of between 20 and 30 percent of the total floor area. The lighting in the sales area is similar to store lighting both in quantity and types of fixtures with industrial fluorescent fixtures in the service areas. Plumbing is adequate to service the personnel.



The following are not included in the costs: Hoists and service equipment.








Low Block, simple storefront, 15% - 25% finished sales area

Minimum store finish in sales, garage finish in balance


Space heaters

Average Block, typical storefront, 20% - 30% sales area

Store finish in sales, garage finish in balance

Average store illumination and restrooms

Space heaters

Good Brick, block, good front, 30% or more sales area

Good store finish in sales, good garage finish in balance

Good store illumination, good restrooms

Space heaters



Average Siding, storefront, 20% - 30% finished sales area



Space heaters

Good Siding, veneer, good storefront, 30% or more sales area

Good store finish in sales, good garage finish in balance

Good store illumination, good restrooms

Space heaters

Occupancy Reference




Low 15% - 25% finished sales area, storefront, steel on wood pole frame



Space heaters



Low Single wall, simple storefront, 15% - 25% finished sales area



Space heaters

Average 20% - 30% sales area, storefront, some trim, sandwich panels



Space heaters

412 Neighborhood Shopping Center 413 Community Shopping Center 414 Regional Shopping Center

See the discussion of shopping centers beginning on page 692.

416 Indoor Tennis Club

These are shell type structures that include tennis court facilities. The cost of individual facilities can vary greatly depending on the type of structure and its appointments, including the extent of the lounge, refreshment, exercise, shower and spectator areas. Costs are given for the entire facility including suitable office and gathering areas.

Lower cost facilities are generally constructed with a rigid steel or wood frame and an exterior cover of either wood or steel siding. These facilities have minimum lighting and plumbing and no dressing rooms or showers. Clear heights typically vary between 20 and 28 feet.

Average quality enclosed courts use either steel sandwich panels or masonry exterior walls and include dressing room and shower facilities. Clear heights typically vary between 24 and 32 feet.

The best qualities include high cost lighting and fixtures, lounge areas, snack bar facilities, a sales area where equipment can be sold, showers, dressing rooms and saunas. Clear heights vary between 30 and 35 feet.



The following are not included in the costs: Lockers, furnishings and exercise or kitchen equipment.








Low Block or tilt-up Little or none, no dressing rooms


Space heaters


Drywall, concrete courts, snack bar area, exercise facilities

Adequate lighting, plumbing, showers, add for pool or spa

Forced air


Plaster or drywall, carpeting, good lounge and court areas, gym

Good sports lighting, restrooms, sauna, shower and locker rooms

Package A.C.






Space heaters




Forced air

Occupancy Reference






Package A.C.



Low Pole frame, metal single wall, very plain

No dressing rooms or showers, few facilities

Minimum lighting and restrooms

Space heaters



Low Single wall, very plain Little or none, no dressing rooms


Space heaters




Forced air




Package A.C.

417 Racquetball-Handball Club

These are shell type structures that include handball or racquetball court facilities. The quality of individual facilities can vary greatly depending on the type of structure and its appointments, including the extent of the lounge, refreshment, exercise, shower and spectator areas. These buildings have suitable office areas and lounge facilities.

Court floor surfaces are hardwood. Courts are totally enclosed to include four walls and a ceiling surface. Court access is through a flush-mounted door generally found in a rear or a sidewall.

The lower quality facilities are generally constructed with wood framed siding or a rigid steel frame and an exterior cover of an insulated steel panel or a masonry bearing wall. They include adequate lighting and plumbing, dressing rooms and shower facilities. Plaster walls, used primarily for low-cost, non-regulation courts, require a masonry wall backing.

The better quality structures include lounge and/or snack areas, health facilities, dressing rooms, showers and saunas. Spectator galleries are typically small and in the best facilities are located



behind or above the back playing wall. When galleries are behind the court, portions of the rear wall surface are constructed with some type of safety glass.

Include the second floor or mezzanine area in the total floor area calculation.

The following are not included in the costs: Lockers, pools, furnishings and exercise or kitchen equipment.









Drywall, plain courts, limited viewing, snack bar area, exercise facilities


Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, carpeting, good lounge, spectator courts, gym


Package A.C.




Drywall, plain courts, open viewing, snack bar area, exercise facilities


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Plaster or drywall, carpeting, good lounge, spectator courts, gym


Package A.C.



Average Good metal panels and roof, finished interior, some trim

Drywall, plain courts, limited viewing, snack bar area, exercise facilities


Package A.C.


Drywall, carpeting, good lounge, spectator courts, pro shop, gym


Package A.C.

418 Health Club

Health clubs are designed as physical fitness facilities with varied exercise and conditioning areas. Better quality clubs generally have a snack bar, massage and steam room and sauna facilities, as well as locker and shower rooms.

For large gymnasium type fitness centers with sports courts, running tracks, etc., use one of the following occupancies:

483 Fitness Center 416 Indoor Tennis Club 417 Racquetball-Handball Club

The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen equipment, steam generating equipment, lockers, sports courts, spas, exercise equipment or swimming pools.










Low Concrete block or low cost brick, tilt-up, very plain

Painted block, drywall partitions, minimum facilities


Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, carpet, vinyl composition, good exercise rooms

Adequate lighting, plumbing, sauna, add for pool or spa

Heat pump system

Good Stone trim, brick, metal or concrete panels and glass

Plaster, carpet, tile, hardwood, good snack bar, lounge and gym

Good lighting/lamps, steam, shower, locker and restrooms







Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, some carpet and tile, good exercise rooms


Heat pump system

Good Brick veneer, best stucco or siding, ornamentation

Plaster, carpet, tile, hardwood, good snack bar, lounge and gym

Good lighting/lamps, steam, shower, locker and restrooms


Occupancy Reference




Low Enameled metal siding, insulated, some interior finish



Package A.C.

Average Insulated metal sandwich panels, steel frame

Plaster or drywall, some carpet and tile, good exercise rooms


Heat pump system

419 Convenience Market

These are small food stores, typically 2,000 to 8,000 square feet, with limited interior facilities. They are designed for the quick purchase of standard staple items in small quantities. They have extensive shelving but few facilities. The storage area is relatively small. The better qualities include small specialty or gourmet food shops. These occupancies include suitable plumbing and electrical facilities for refrigeration equipment.

The following are other market occupancies: 340 Market 446 Supermarket 531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store 533 Warehouse Food Store 586 Roadside Market

The following are not included in the costs: Display cases, fronts, freezers, coolers and other trade fixtures.











Typical chain store, acoustic tile, vinyl composition





Low Minimum block or cheap brick

Painted exterior walls, minimum finish


Space heaters

Average Brick or block, some mansard, parapet ornamentation

Typical chain store, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some snack prep. area

Adequate lighting and outlets, small employees’ restroom

Forced air

Good Brick, best block, stucco, good store front and ornamentation

Typically better chain stores, good acoustic, vinyl tile and carpet


Package A.C.


Plaster, acoustic tile, terrazzo, carpet or vinyl, good trim

Special lighting, good fixtures and plumbing

Package A.C.



Low Stucco or siding, small front

Drywall, few partitions


Space heaters




Forced air




Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Plaster, acoustic tile, terrazzo, carpet or vinyl, good trim


Package A.C.



Low Pole frame, metal, lined, small low-cost front

Minimum finish and partitions

Minimum code throughout, minimum display wiring

Space heaters



Low Steel siding, partly finished interior



Space heaters

Average Good panels, small front, mansard, some ornamentation



Forced air

Good Insulated sandwich panels, good front and ornamentation



Package A.C.

Excellent Best metal panels, trim, good entrance

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, good finishes and trim


Package A.C.

420 Bulk Fertilizer Storage

Bulk storage buildings provide for the blending and distribution of dry fertilizers. They generally have some office space and support plumbing.

The costs include storage bins but do not include distribution equipment.










Average Wall-bearing block or concrete, wood trusses, driveway

Heavy bins, concrete slab, small finished office, blend area

Rigid conduit, sparkproof fixtures, some plumbing



Average Heavy wood frame, roof, wood siding, driveway



None



Average Metal siding on poles, wood sheathing, driveway



None



Average Steel frame, siding and sheathing, driveway



None

421 Grain Storage, Utility

Grain storage (granary) buildings are general farm utility buildings modified with wall stiffeners or heavy gauge panels for grain storage.

Occupancy Reference


For large storage facilities, use occupancy 493 (Flathouse)

The following are not included in the costs: Distribution equipment.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 20 15 15 -- 15 15 15 Average -- -- 25 20 20 -- 20 20 20 Good -- -- 25 20 20 -- 20 20 20 Excellent -- -- 35 30 30 -- 30 30 30




Good Brick, concrete block, clay tile, wood rafters, windows



None



Good Heavy wood frame, siding or stucco, bulkheads

Finished walls, good slab, grain or feed storage

Adequate wiring and lighting

None

Very Good

Dropsiding on wood frame, sliding doors, asphalt shingles

Good slab, interior wood cribbing, good granary


None



Good Wood post, bulkhead, pipe hoop, fabric cover, end walls, curtain doors

Good concrete slab, grain storage


None





Good Pole frame and truss metal siding, sheathing and bulkheads

Lined walls, good slab, grain storage


None

Very Good

Pole frame, metal siding

Good slab, interior wood cribbing


None



Good Steel frame and truss, heavy steel panels, bulkheads



None



Good Light steel slant frame, heavy steel panels



None

422 Theater (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies instead: 379 Theaters, Live Stage 380 Theaters, Cinema (movie-houses)

Theaters are designed primarily for stage or screen presentations and include a stage commensurate with type and quality of construction.


Occupancy Reference


423 Mini-Lube Garage

Mini-Lube buildings are garages designed for quick maintenance lube and oil changes and may have drive-through bays.

The following are not included in the costs: Hoists and service equipment.








Low Block, cheap brick, tilt-up, light construction

Painted wall, slab, few partitions, small office area

Minimum lighting & plumbing, service outlets

Space heaters

Average Masonry bearing walls or frame, roll-up doors

Painted walls, slab, some partitions, floor and ceiling finish, waiting area

Adequate lighting & plumbing, service outlets

Space heaters

Good Good ornamental block and parapet, storefront lobby

Good drywall, acoustic tile, pavers, VCT, carpet, good office/waiting room

Good lighting & plumbing, service outlets

Forced air





Low Stucco or siding on wood or steel

Some gypsum walls and ceiling, slab, small office area


Space heaters

Average Frame and stucco, siding, masonry veneer, some trim, roll-up doors

Some gypsum walls and ceiling, slab, some finished floor, waiting area


Space heaters

Good Good masonry veneer, EIFS, decorative parapet, storefront lobby

Good drywall, acoustic tile, pavers, VCT, carpet, good office/waiting room

Good lighting & plumbing, service outlets

Forced air



Low Pre-engineered frame, metal siding

Some gypsum walls, acoustic tile, slab, small office area


Space heaters

Average Pre-engineered, steel studs or frame, good panels, roll-up doors

Some gypsum walls, acoustic tile, slab, some finished floor, waiting area


Space heaters

424 Group Care Home

Group care homes are small congregate care buildings that are more family or residential style in character than convalescent hospitals. This occupancy includes group care facilities for the physically or mentally handicapped, substance abusers, the battered, the homeless and other like group care or special need buildings. Therapy or lounge rooms commensurate with the quality are included.

The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen or therapy equipment.




Occupancy Reference






Low Concrete block, very plain

Painted block, low-cost flooring

Minimum quantity/quality

Forced air

Average Brick or block, some trim

Plaster or drywall, carpet, vinyl


Package A.C.

Good Brick or block, wood or good asphalt shingle roof



Heat pump system

Very Good

Brick or good block and stucco, good fenestration and roof

Good plaster or drywall, some detail, carpet and ceramic

Special fixtures, more than one bath per bedroom


Excellent Face brick, stone, best windows, shakes or shingles on good structure

Plaster or drywall, enamel or vinyl walls, vinyl floor, carpet and ceramic






Drywall, low-cost carpet, asphalt

Minimum quantity/quality

Forced air

Average Siding or stucco, standard sash, asphalt shingles or built-up

Drywall, carpet, some ceramic tile, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

Good Siding or stucco, some trim, wood or good asphalt shingles



Heat pump system




Very Good

Good siding or stucco, good trim, light shakes or good shingles

Good plaster or drywall, some detail, carpet and ceramic

Special fixtures, more than one bath per bedroom


Excellent Best siding or stucco, brick veneer, stone trim, shakes, shingles

Plaster or drywall, enamel or vinyl walls, vinyl floor, carpet and ceramic



426 Day Care Center

These structures are child and handicapped care centers and include so-called nursery or children's preschools. They have light kitchen facilities, activity rooms and multiple restrooms. They are more residential style in character than schools. Generally, the better centers have reception, office, conference, lunch, shower and changing facilities, as well as classrooms.

The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen equipment, lockers and therapy or recreational equipment.









Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood and vinyl

Good restrooms and kitchen, adequate lighting & plumbing

Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference




Low Brick or block, tilt-up, no trim

Painted walls, asphalt tile


Wall furnace


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, carpet


Forced air




Package A.C.


Plaster, tile pavers, hardwood, carpet

Tiled restrooms, full kitchen, good lighting, extra features

Heat pump system




Drywall, asphalt tile Minimum lighting & plumbing

Wall furnace




Forced air

Good Brick veneer, good stucco or siding with good trim



Package A.C

Excellent Face brick veneer, best siding, good ornamentation

Plaster, tile pavers, hardwood, carpet

Tiled restrooms, full kitchen, good lighting, extra features

Heat pump system





Wall furnace




Forced air







Wall furnace

Average Insulated sandwich panels, Pre-engineered frame



Forced air

427 Fire Station, Volunteer

This occupancy is used by a fire department that is operated by volunteers. Typically, the buildings include engine storage, small offices, a classroom and minimal plumbing. They have only partially finished floors and ceilings. Better than average stations may have kitchenettes, drywall and acoustical tile.

For a fully staffed fire station, use occupancy 322 (Fire Station, Staffed)

The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen and teaching equipment.








Low Brick, block, tilt-up, some trim

Painted walls, few small offices, some finished floor and ceiling

Adequate electrical, minimum plumbing

Forced air

Occupancy Reference



Average Brick, ornamented block, concrete, some ornamentation

Office, classroom, kitchenette, drywall and acoustic tile

Good lighting, adequate plumbing and restrooms

Package A.C.



Low Block, cheap brick, tilt-up, light shell structure

Some partitions, little finish, minimum garage type


Space heaters

Average Brick, block, tilt-up, wall bearing or frame

Painted walls, few small offices, some finished floor and ceiling


Space heaters

Good Brick, ornamented block, concrete, some trim



Forced air



Low Cheap frame, stucco or siding, very plain

Minimum apparatus facility, few partitions, little finish


Space heaters

Average Studs or light frame, siding or stucco, some trim or veneer

Few small offices, some finished floor and ceiling


Space heaters

Good Brick veneer, good stucco or siding with brick trim



Forced air



Low Pole frame, metal, primarily exposed

Some partitions, finish, garage type


Space heaters

Average Pole frame and truss, metal siding, lined, insulated

Small finished offices, some drywall, vinyl composition


Space heaters





Low Metal on light frame, primarily exposed

Some partitions, little finish, minimum apparatus facility


Space heaters

Average Single wall, some interior finish and insulation

Small finished offices, some drywall, vinyl composition


Space heaters

Good Sandwich panels, or finished interior, some trim


Good lighting, adequate outlets, plumbing, restrooms

Forced air

428 Horse Arena

These buildings include a large, simple clear-span riding or exercise area with some stabling facilities. A good show, exhibit or auction/sale facility includes spectator viewing and lounge commensurate with the quality level.

For lean-to extensions, use occupancy 560 (Equestrian Lean-To).

The buildings are usually built of masonry, wood frame or metal construction. The spectator and lounge areas have concrete flooring. The better qualities have high level lighting, horse washes, restrooms, showers, finished stalls and feed rooms. These units are generally not heated.

The following are not included in the costs: Fixtures or equipment such as seating, lockers, food preparation or training equipment.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 20 15 15 -- 15 15 -- Average -- -- 30 25 25 -- 25 25 -- Good -- -- 35 30 30 -- 30 30 -- Excellent -- -- 40 35 35 -- 35 35 --

Occupancy Reference





Low Concrete block, some wainscot

Minimum facility, some flooring


Average Block or tilt-up, very plain, some interior finish

Unfinished arena area, floors in feed/tack and washrooms


None

Good Steel or wood frame, block or tilt-up, small entrance

Fin. stalls, good floors in snack bar, feed/tack rm., good quality throughout

Good lighting and water outlets, restrooms

None

Excellent Steel frame, good block or concrete panels, good entrance

Finished stalls, lounge, viewing area, quality finishes

High-level electrical service, good restrooms and kitchen

None



Low Vertical boards or plywood on box frame, some wainscot

Dirt arena floor, some stalls, few finishes, some flooring


None

Average Siding or stucco on wood frame, some interior finish



None

Good Good siding or stucco on wood or steel frame, small entrance



None

Excellent Glulam or steel frame, good veneer, siding, good entrance



None





Lowest Wood post, wide hoop frame, fabric cover, end walls, curtain doors

Unfinished, dirt floor, exercise arena, corral pipe fence


None




Unfinished, dirt floor, exercise arena only


None

Low Pole frame, metal siding, some wainscot

Dirt arena floor, some stalls, few finishes, some flooring


None

Average Good metal on pole frame, some interior finish



None

Good Good metal panels, insulated pole frame, small entrance



None



Lowest Steel frame, metal siding

Unfinished, dirt floor, exercise arena only


None

Low Steel siding, some wainscot



Average Good metal panels and roof, some interior finish



None

Good Insulated sandwich panels, steel frame, small entrance



None

Occupancy Reference



Excellent Steel frame, good enameled siding, masonry trim, good entrance



None

429 Modified Hog Shed

This shed has a modified open front (i.e., hinged for ventilation) and is used for the farrowing, raising and fattening of swine. Walls are insulated using block, concrete, wood siding, stucco or metal siding as the exterior cover. The back wall may be hinged for ventilation. There usually is some electrical and water to the pens. Most have some type of flushing system.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 132 Livestock Shelter, Individual 109 Hog Breeding 110 Hog Farrowing 111 Hog Finishing 112 Hog Nursery

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 396 Hog Barn 430 Hog Shed










Low Block or concrete, insulated, vent doors

Insulated ceiling, natural ventilation, slab floor, some division of space


None

Average Block or concrete, insulated vent doors

Insulated ceiling, slab, subdivided


None



Low Wood siding and frame, insulated, vent doors



None

Average Wood siding or stucco, insulated vent doors



None



Low Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, vent doors



None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, insulated vent doors



None

Occupancy Reference




Low Steel panels and frame, insulated, vent doors



None

Average Steel siding and frame, insulated vent doors

Insulated ceiling, plywood interior, slab floor, subdivided


None

430 Hog Shed

This shed has an open front and is used for the farrowing, raising and fattening of swine. Walls are constructed with an exterior covering of vertical boards, plywood or metal siding. The sidewalls are usually stationary. The back wall may be hinged for ventilation. There usually is some electrical and water to the pens. Most have some type of flushing system.



The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 132 Livestock Shelter, Individual 109 Hog Breeding 110 Hog Farrowing 111 Hog Finishing 112 Hog Nursery

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 396 Hog Barn 429 Hog Shed, Modified






Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 15 15 -- 15 15 15 Average -- -- -- 20 20 -- 20 20 20 Good -- -- -- 25 25 -- 25 25 25 Excellent -- -- -- 25 25 -- 25 25 25




Lowest Plywood, open front, vents


Hose bibs None

Low Vertical boards or plywood, open front, back vents


Water service None

Average Stucco or wood siding, open front, upper doors

Some ceiling insulation, slab floor, subdivided


None



Lowest Wood, pipe hoop, fabric cover


Hose bibs None

Low Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop frame, fabric cover, end gates



None

Average Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop, fabric cover, end walls, curtains

Concrete slab floor, subdivided


None



Lowest Metal, open front, vents


Hose bibs None

Occupancy Reference



Low Pole frame, metal siding, open front, back vents


Water service None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, open front, upper doors



None



Lowest Steel, open front, vents


Hose bibs None

Low Steel panels and frame, open front, back vents


Water service None

Average Steel siding and frame, open front, upper doors



None



Lowest Light steel, open front, vents


Hose bibs None

Low Steel panels and slant frame, open front, back vents


Water service None

431 Outpatient (Surgical) Center

These buildings are freestanding outpatient or same-day surgery facilities. This category will also include specialized radiation and imaging treatment and diagnostic centers. They include clinical surgery, diagnostic, lab, administrative and public areas. Operating rooms on average represent 2.5 percent of the total floor area. Most centers have complete heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems and emergency power equipment.

Since outpatient/surgical centers have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.



The cost includes fixed equipment only but does not include the following: Canopies and balconies, Group II equipment that may be installed and becomes a part of the real property but is typically not a part of the general contract (such as autoclaves, permanent surgical lights and other equipment), and Group III equipment that is movable personal property (such as furniture, fixtures, instruments, etc.).









Drywall, vinyl & tile wall surfaces, good ceilings and floors, some shielding

Adequate lighting & plumbing for surgical facilities, some extras

Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, best enamels or vinyl walls, ceramic, vinyl, rubber tile

Good lighting & plumbing, best surgical, good imaging center

Complete HVAC.



Low Brick, block, tilt-up, small entrance, very plain

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, minimum detail

Minimum treatment facilities, dialysis, some diagnostic

Complete HVAC.

Occupancy Reference



Fair Brick, ornamental block, some metal and glass and trim

Plaster or drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition, some carpet

Adequate therapeutic, wellness facility, good dialysis

Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl or tile floors, carpet

Adequate lighting & plumbing for surgical or cancer facilities

Complete HVAC.

Good Brick, metal and glass, stone, good concrete, good entrance

Plaster or drywall, best enamels or vinyl walls, ceramic, vinyl, shielding

Good lighting & plumbing, small lab, some extras, good imaging

Complete HVAC.



Best diagnostic and research, best radiation therapy

Complete HVAC.




Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, minimum extras

Adequate lighting & plumbing, minimum diagnostic facilities

Complete HVAC.

Fair Siding, brick veneer, some metal and glass and trim



Complete HVAC.

Average Brick veneer, EIFS, ornamental stucco, metal and glass



Complete HVAC.

Good Face brick or stone veneer, good entrance and trim

Plaster or drywall, best enamels or vinyl walls, ceramic, vinyl, shielding

Good lighting & plumbing, small lab, some extras, good imaging

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Ashlar stone veneer, best metal and glass panels


Best diagnostic and research, best radiation therapy

Complete HVAC.





Low Insulated panels Metal or drywall, acoustic tile ceilings, vinyl composition, minimum extras

Minimum treatment facilities, dialysis, some diagnostic

Complete HVAC.

Fair Insulated panels, some trim



Complete HVAC.

Average Insulated panels, some metal and glass



Complete HVAC.

432 Restroom Building

These are freestanding, generally single-purpose design, restroom buildings. Interior construction is paint-enameled drywall or plaster, and the floors are concrete. In higher qualities, there are ceramic tile walls and/or floors. There is adequate lighting and plumbing. The better qualities can include some storage and/or limited snack bar sales area and finish.





Occupancy Reference





Average Brick, decorative block or concrete, some trim

Finished interior, tile or glazed surfaces, some extras

Adequate lighting & plumbing, extra outlets and fixtures

Wall furnace



Lowest Low-cost block Unfinished interior Minimum fixtures None


Low-cost finishes, few partitions

Minimum code Space heaters

Average Concrete block, bearing walls, little trim

Painted walls, some ceiling finish, sealed concrete



Good Decorative block and trim, heavy structure

Finished interior, good tile or glazed surfaces, concession area

Good lighting & plumbing, extra outlets and fixtures

Wall furnace

Excellent Stone, rustic trim or block

Good finish or under 500 sq. ft.

High-cost fixtures Wall furnace



Lowest Box frame, plywood, boards

Unfinished interior Minimum fixtures None




Average Wood frame, stucco or siding, little trim




Good Wood frame or pipe columns, good stucco or siding, brick veneer

Finished interior, good tile or glazed surfaces, concession area

Good lighting & plumbing, extra outlets and fixtures

Wall furnace







Low Pole frame, metal panels, finished inside







Low Pre-engineered, metal panels, finished inside



434 Car Wash, Self-Serve

Small coin-operated car wash for self-serve user operation, usually an open bay structure with enclosed equipment room constructed of masonry, steel panels or wood frame with siding or stucco. The costs include concrete floors and sump, roofing and bay wall finish commensurate with the quality. Low cost includes only partial bay walls, while the good quality includes completely enclosed bays.

The following are not included in the costs: Wash equipment, signage and yard improvements.





Occupancy Reference





Low End and half-bay walls only, concrete block, shed or flat roof

Unfinished, concrete floor, adequate drains, sump, equipment room


None

Average End and bay walls only, block or low-cost brick, average roof cover, trim

Unfinished, concrete floor, adequate drains and sump, equipment room


None

Good Decorative block or brick, bay doors, good roof

Unfinished, concrete floor, good drains and sump, equipment room


Space heaters



Low End and half-bay walls only, low-cost siding or stucco



None

Average End and bay walls only, stucco or siding, average roof and trim



None

Good Good stucco, siding or brick veneer, bay doors, good roof



Space heaters



Low End and half-bay walls only, low-cost siding on steel frame



None




Average End and bay walls only, enameled siding on light frame



None

Good Good metal and steel frame, bay doors, good roof



Space heaters

435 Car Wash, Drive-Thru

A small single car self drive-thru roll-over robot type automated tunnel car wash, usually constructed of masonry, steel panels, or wood frame with siding or stucco. Costs include the basic building drive-thru shell and equipment area with concrete floor, sump and basic electrical.

The following are not included in the costs: Wash equipment, signage and yard improvements outside the building lines.

For Service Stations use occupancy 408 (Service Station), for Truck Wahes use occupancy 185 (Truck Wash), and for Food Booths use occupancy 465 (Prefabricated Food Booth).





Occupancy Reference





Low Side walls only, concrete block, shed or flat roof, very plain



None

Average Open ends, block or low-cost brick, average roof cover, little trim



None

Good Decorative block or brick, tunnel doors, good roof and trim



Space heaters



Low Side walls only, low-cost siding or stucco, shed or flat roof



None

Average Open ends, stucco or siding, average roof cover



None

Good Good stucco, siding or brick veneer, tunnel doors, good roof



Space heaters



Low Side walls only, low-cost siding on steel frame, shed or flat roof



None

Average Open ends, enameled siding on light frame, little trim



None




Good Good metal and steel frame, tunnel doors, good roof and trim



Space heaters

436 Car Wash, Automatic

A full-service automatic or tunnel car wash service building, usually constructed of masonry, steel panels, or wood frame with siding or stucco. The costs include the finished office/sales area, locker and restrooms, and basic equipment room commensurate with the quality. Canopies are priced separately using occupancy 508 (Car Wash Canopy).

The following are not included in the costs: Wash equipment, signage and yard improvements.








Low Concrete block, inexpensive sash and doors

Minimum finishes, vinyl composition tile, few built-in items

Minimum interior electrical and plumbing fixtures

Space heaters

Average Average block or brick, little trim, small storefront

Small office, storage, restrooms, locker room, vinyl and carpet

Adequate commercial plumbing fixtures, standard electrical

Forced air

Good Good block or brick, good storefront and trim

Good office and retail space, tiled floors, restrooms, glazed view area


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Excellent Best stone or brick, masonry trim, good fenestration, ornamentation

Good finish, best workmanship, many built-in features, waiting area

Good electrical, good commercial plumbing fixtures

Package A.C.



Low Stucco or siding, inexpensive sash and doors



Space heaters

Average Average stucco or siding, little trim, small storefront



Forced air

Good Good stucco or brick veneer, good storefront and trim



Package A.C.

Excellent Best stucco, EIFS or masonry veneer, good fenestration, ornamentation



Package A.C.



Low Painted steel, inexpensive sash and doors



Space heaters

Average Average painted steel, little trim, small storefront



Forced air

Good Good steel, good storefront and trim



Package A.C.




Excellent Best steel, masonry trim, good fenestration and ornamentation



Package A.C.

440 Milkhouse

These structures are small buildings used for cooling and short-term storage only. The floors are concrete, and they have adequate electrical and plumbing.


The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 316 Dairy 561 Feeder Barn 469 Freestall Barn





Occupancy Reference





Average Concrete block or clay tile

Plaster wainscot, concrete floor


None

Good Decorative block Plaster, ceramic and epoxy


None



Average Siding or metal on studs

Finished wainscot, concrete floor


None

Good Good stucco or siding Plaster, ceramic and epoxy


None

441 Cocktail Lounge

These buildings are constructed for the preparation and service of beverages and food. They are typically larger facilities than bars with entertainment floors and stages, with the better qualities containing full kitchens.

They include a combination of the following areas: Consumption, serving, preparation, recreation or dance floor, receiving and storage, and restrooms. They also include suitable office areas, all necessary plumbing and electrical connections for the bar and kitchen equipment.

Since cocktail lounges have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.

The following are not included in the costs: Bar fixtures, kitchen equipment, seating, restaurant fixtures, furnishings and signs.











Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, dance floor, small stage

Adequate lighting outlets, adequate plumbing, food prep.

Complete HVAC.

Good Concrete, metal/glass, or masonry panels, usually part of a building

Plaster with enamel & vinyl, carpet & dance floor, decorated interior, stage

Good lighting and outlets, good plumbing, small kitchen

Complete HVAC.




Low-cost finishes, game or dance floor area, small performance platform


Complete HVAC.

Average Brick, block, plain building and front, little trim

Typical bar finishes, dance or good game floor, good performance platform

Adequate lighting & outlets, small restrooms, limited food prep.

Complete HVAC.


Good bar, some ornamentation, good dance floor, small stage

Good lighting & service outlets, tiled restrooms, food preparation area

Complete HVAC.


High-quality detail, best acoustics, deluxe quality, full stage, dance floor

Special lighting effects, tiled restrooms, small kitchen

Complete HVAC.

Occupancy Reference




Low Cheap stucco or siding, very plain construction, low-cost front



Complete HVAC.

Average Stucco or siding, plain building and front, little trim



Complete HVAC.



Good lighting and service outlets, tiled restrooms, food preparation area

Complete HVAC.


High-quality detail, best acoustics, deluxe quality, full stage, dance floor

Special lighting effects, tiled restrooms, small kitchen

Complete HVAC.






Complete HVAC.



Low Finished interior, some front, very plain construction



Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.






Good lighting & service outlets, tiled restrooms, food preparation area

Complete HVAC.

442 Bar/Tavern

These buildings are designed primarily for the service and consumption of beverages.

They include a combination of the following areas: Consumption, serving, preparation, receiving and storage, and restrooms. Good bar/taverns normally include some minor food service facilities. They also include suitable office areas, all necessary plumbing and electrical connections for the bar and limited food preparation equipment.

Since bars/taverns have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.

The following are not included in the costs: Bar fixtures, kitchen equipment, seating, restaurant fixtures, furnishings and signs.









Drywall or plaster, carpet and vinyl, some ornamentation

Good lighting and service outlets, small restrooms

Complete HVAC.

Occupancy Reference




Low Cheap brick or block, very plain

Low-cost finishes, small office, storage


Complete HVAC.

Average Brick, block, plain building and front, little trim

Typical neighborhood bar, carpet, vinyl comp., small game area


Complete HVAC.


Drywall or plaster, some ornamentation, good carpet, vinyl and ceramic floors

Good lighting and service outlets, tiled restrooms, limited food prep.

Complete HVAC.



Low Cheap stucco or siding, very plain

Low-cost finish, small office, storage


Comp. H.V.A.C.

Average Stucco or siding, plain building and front, little trim



Complete HVAC.


Drywall or plaster, some ornamentation, good carpet, vinyl and ceramic floors

Good lighting and service outlets, tiled restrooms, limited food prep.

Complete HVAC.




Low-cost finish, asphalt tile, small office and storage area


Complete HVAC.





Low Finished interior, some front, very plain construction

Low-cost finish, asphalt tile, small office and storage area


Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.

443 Central Bank

This occupancy also includes savings and loan institutions where the design is similar to a bank. Exteriors have some ornamentation at all quality levels with the better qualities using stone, ornamental concrete, brick and/or solar glass. The interiors have plaster or drywall with special detailing in some areas. There are additional general administrative office floors that are not included in occupancy 304 (Bank). Some office area may be open and located in the same general area as the main banking services. Floor finishes usually are terrazzo, carpet, vinyl composition tile or vinyl sheet flooring. These buildings have drive-up windows, night depositories, surveillance systems and vaults on the banking floor.

Restroom interiors of the higher quality levels are tiled and have high quality commercial fixtures. Lighting is usually recessed fluorescent fixtures.

The following are not included in the costs: Vault doors, banking equipment, safe deposit boxes or exterior canopies and yard improvements.





Occupancy Reference





Average Good metal and solar glass, face brick, precast concrete panels




Good Best metal or stone, brick or block backup, solar glass, good lobby

Plaster or drywall, paneling, marble, terrazzo, carpet, good offices





Average Good metal and solar glass, face brick, precast concrete panels




Good Best metal or stone, brick or block backup, tinted glass, good lobby

Plaster or drywall, marble, terrazzo, carpet, good admin. offices







Adequate lighting and outlets, adequate restrooms, TV circuits


Good Face brick or stone, good metal or concrete and glass panels

Plaster or drywall, paneling, vinyl and carpeting, good offices

Good lighting & plumbing, tiled restrooms, TV circuits


Excellent Marble or granite, bronze and solar glass, good lobby entrance


Best lighting and closed-circuit TV, quality restrooms and plumbing






Average Brick veneer, good stucco or siding, little ornamentation




Good Brick veneer, metal and glass, EIFS, some ornamental finishes

Plaster or drywall, some paneling, vinyl and carpeting, good offices



Excellent Stone or face brick veneer, good metal and glass, good lobby


Best lighting and closed-circuit TV, quality restrooms and plumbing




Average Sandwich panels, adequate fenestration, some trim




Good Sandwich panels, brick trim, good fenestration

Drywall, some trim, carpet, vinyl, acoustic tile, good office space



444 Dental Office/Clinic

These are small stand-alone medical clinic buildings designed for dental services with examination and outpatient treatment. They include a reception/lobby area as well as individual rooms.

Floor finishes are carpet or resilient flooring. Ceilings are acoustic tile and may be on a suspended system. Most utilize high-intensity fluorescent lighting with the better qualities also having x-ray capabilities and built-in cabinetry.

Individual treatment rooms have plumbing and sinks. Restrooms are adequate to service the amount of personnel working in the building.

The following are not included in the costs: Dental chairs, x-ray equipment, autoclaves, office equipment, permanent examination lights and other dental equipment.

Occupancy Reference









Low Brick or block, tilt-up, no trim

Paint, cheap partitions, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, small lobby

Minimum lighting and outlets, adequate plumbing, few extras

Forced air


Plaster, drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, carpet

Adequate lighting, power and plumbing, X-ray, air piping

Package A.C.



Good fluorescent lighting, X-ray, lab, dark rooms, good plumbing

Heat pump system


Best plaster, paneling, carpet and vinyl tile, high-cost waiting areas








Forced air





Plaster, drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, carpet


Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, good stucco or siding with good trim



Heat pump system

Excellent Face brick veneer, best siding, good ornamentation

Best plaster, paneling, carpet and vinyl tile, high-cost waiting areas









Forced air


Drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, carpet


Package A.C.






Forced air


Drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, carpet


Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference


445 Log Home

These structures are detached single family residences designed for one-family ownership or occupancy and year round use. They are built with solid wood exterior walls (interconnected logs). There are several typical designs and styles. The log shell is often partially or totally precut for convenience in installation. The interior is usually consistent with a conventional home of equal rank.

Base rank selection on the inspection of both the interior and exterior refinements of the home. Items such as fenestration (the number and size of window and door openings), roof configuration, materials, workmanship, types of plumbing fixtures, and amount of cabinetry are all indicators of quality.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, built-in appliances, canopies, swimming pools, and yard improvements.








Low Small diameter logs, economy kit home, composition shingles

Drywall, minimal built-ins, vinyl composition, inexpensive softwood

Minimum standard lighting and plumbing, inexpensive fixtures

Wall furnace

Average Standard logs, windows and shingles, little trim

Plaster or drywall, few built-ins, some hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and plumbing per good building codes

Forced air




Good Select logs, good fenestration, heavy rafters, shingles

Plaster or good log panels, some extras, good hardwood, ceramic, vinyl

Good lighting and outlets, one bath per bedroom

Package A.C.

Excellent Best logs, sash, good trim, heavy roof, shakes, tile, skylights

Plaster over studs or solid cut logs, hardwood, tile, built-in bookcases, etc.

Good lighting and many outlets, more than one bath per bedroom

Heat pump system

446 Supermarket

These are large self-serve retail food stores that often handle several lines of other merchandise. Items that are generally classed as real property are included in the costs, i.e., built-in refrigerators, cold rooms and ancillary cooling equipment. Other items found in this occupancy, which are classed as personal property or trade fixtures, are not included in the costs.

In this occupancy, 75 to 80 percent of the total store is devoted to space for display with the remainder of the floor space being utilized for storage, pre-packaging areas and coolers.

For smaller neighborhood markets use occupancy 340 Market. Most supermarkets range in size from about 25,000 to 65,000 square feet and greater.

The following are other market occupancies: 340 Market 419 Convenience Market 531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store 533 Warehouse Food Store 586 Roadside Market

The following are not included in the costs: Display cases, freezers and coolers, furnishings and other trade fixtures.




Occupancy Reference




Class A (Fireproof Structural Steel Frame):




Adequate market lighting and plumbing, some extras


Good Brick, metal and glass, heavy frame, decorative front

Plaster, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl composition, terrazzo, pavers

Good lighting, plumbing for butchers, snack bar, bakery, etc.


Class B (Reinforced Concrete Frame):




Adequate market lighting and plumbing, some extras


Good Brick, metal and glass, heavy frame, decorative front

Plaster, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl composition, terrazzo, pavers





Low Cheap brick, block, tilt-up, vinyl composition light frame

Painted walls, acoustic tile, minimum chain store

Adequate food store lighting and plumbing

Package A.C.

Average Brick, block, tilt-up, Glulam, medium steel, metal and glass front

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, some partitions, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and plumbing, few extra services

Package A.C.




Good Brick, good tilt-up, decorative block, heavy steel or Glulam frame




Excellent Individual design, heavy frame, ornamental front


Special lighting, good fixtures and plumbing throughout departments




Average Good stucco or siding, some trim, metal and glass front

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some partitions

Adequate market lighting and outlets, small restrooms, few extras

Package A.C.





Excellent Best veneer or siding, highly ornamental front


Special lighting, good fixtures and plumbing throughout departments




Low Pole frame, metal siding, small front



Forced air




Package A.C.



Low Steel panels, partly finished interior, small front

Painted walls, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, minimum chain store

Adequate food store lighting and plumbing

Package A.C.

Average Sandwich panels, pre-engineered frame, glass front


Adequate lighting and plumbing, few extra services

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Good Insulated sandwich panels, good frame and front




447 Cold Storage Facility

Cold Storage facilities are designed to keep stored commodities at various temperature levels. Some production or process areas are included in the better qualities.

Sharp freezers, freezer rooms, offices, production or process areas are included in the better qualities. The front elevation will have some ornamental detail and an office/store front type entry. Lower qualities have cooler storage areas, few partitions and small office areas that are very plain with very little or any front entry trim or ornamentation.

Cold Storage facilities have specialized cooling/freezing equipment. You should use HVAC type 617 (Complete HVAC) for the HVAC in this occupancy, selecting the rank from the following:

1 (Low): Cooled Air Only 2 (Average): Cooler/Chilled Air 3 (Good): Chiller/Freezer 4 (Excellent): Freezer/Sharp Freeze








Average Brick, block, concrete panels, storefront entry, fully insulated

Chilled and freezer rooms, good offices and support areas

Adequate lighting, plumbing and drains, some power outlets

Complete HVAC.




Good Face brick, concrete panels, good facade, heavily insulated

Frozen foods, some good offices or production, sharp freeze, cooler areas

Good lighting & plumbing, outlets and drains

Complete HVAC.



Low Block, tilt-up, very plain, light construction, exposed ceiling insulation

Cooler storage, unfinished, few partitions, small office


Complete HVAC.

Fair Block tilt-up, sealed ceiling and wall insulation

Cooler, controlled atmosphere, sealed rooms and slab, small office


Complete low-cost H.V.A.C

Average Steel or wood frame or bearing walls, block or tilt-up, insulated

Cooler and chilled rooms, some distribution offices and finish


Complete HVAC.

Good Tilt-up, steel frame, good block, or tapered girders, heavily insulated


Good lighting, adequate plumbing and drains, some power outlets

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Best block, tilt-up, good storefront, heavy floor, wall, roof insulation



Complete HVAC.



Low Stucco or siding on wood, insulated, exposed ceiling insulation



Complete HVAC.

Occupancy Reference



Average Stucco on wood frame, wood trusses, fully insulated



Complete HVAC.



Low Pole frame, metal siding, lined, exposed ceiling insulation



Complete HVAC.

Average Pole frame, good insulated siding or sandwich panels, good roof



Complete HVAC.



Low Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, lined, exposed ceiling insulation



Complete HVAC.

Fair Pre-engineered metal lined and sealed wall and ceiling insulation

Cooler, controlled atmosphere, sealed rooms and slab, small office


Complete low-cost H.V.A.C.

Average Rigid steel frame, insulated siding or sandwich panels, good roof



Complete HVAC.

Good Good steel frame, sandwich panels, fenestration, heavily insulated


Good lighting, adequate plumbing and drains, some power outlets

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Good steel frame, insulated panel walls and roof, good facade



Complete HVAC.



448 Cold Storage, Farm

Cold Storage facilities are designed to keep stored farm commodities at various refrigerated temperature levels. There is no heating or cooling included.

Better qualities include cooler and chilled rooms, and some distribution office facilities. Lower qualities are very plain utilitarian structures and have cooler storage areas only.

These facilities have specialized cooling/freezing equipment. You should use HVAC type 617 (Complete HVAC) for the HVAC in this occupancy, selecting the rank from the following:

1 (Low): Cooled Air Only 2 (Average): Cooler/Chilled Air 3 (Good): Chiller/Freezer 4 (Excellent): Freezer/Sharp Freeze

For controlled atmosphere storage, use occupancy 480 (Vegetable Building) with the following controlled atmosphere heating and cooling types:

626 Conditioned Air 628 High to Precise Humidity 629 Warmed and Cooled Air








Low Block, tilt-up, very plain, light construction, exposed ceiling insulation

Cooler storage, unfinished, concrete slab


None

Occupancy Reference



Average Block, tilt-up, light construction, exposed ceiling insulation



None

Good Steel or wood frame or bearing walls, block or tilt-up, insulated

Cooler and chilled rooms, some distribution office and finish


HEAT



Low Stucco or siding on studs or box frame, exposed insulation



None

Average Stucco or siding on wood, exposed ceiling insulation



None

Good Good wood frame with stucco or siding, fully insulated



None



Low Pole frame, metal siding, exposed insulation



None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, lined, exposed ceiling insulation



None



Low Light frame, metal siding, exposed insulation



None




Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, lined, exposed ceiling insulation



None

Good Rigid steel frame, insulated siding or low-cost sandwich panels



None

450 Cotton Gin

These structures provide for the ginning and baling of cotton. The better qualities are automated, with the lower qualities being semiautomated. Costs include the entire building including the necessary foundation tunnels, service electrical and plumbing, but not the power wiring or machinery and equipment.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 25 -- Average -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 30 -- Good -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 30 -- Excellent -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 35 --




Low Light metal frame and siding, few openings

Minimum partitions, semiautomated, concrete slab and tunnels


None

Occupancy Reference



Average Steel frame, good steel or aluminum siding, some trim

Finished office and control areas, fully automated, concrete slab, pit and tunnels


None

451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise)

These structures are three stories or less where each unit has individual kitchen and bath facilities and a small recreation or lounge and laundry areas associated with congregate housing for the elderly. The best qualities have combined heating and cooling systems. They also have plaster, paneling, good detailing in molding and trim and high cost floor finishes.

The structures commonly are solid masonry or wood frame walls (Class C and D). Some of the special refinements found include task lighting, railings, intercoms, television jacks and antennas, emergency call systems and handicap units.

The typical story height for these structures is nine feet.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, built-in appliances, balconies, furnishings and recreation equipment.

The following are related occupancies: 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise), for assisted living 330 Home for the Elderly, for high-rise assisted living 313 Convalescent Hospital, for skilled nursing facilities 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex













Forced air


Plaster/drywall, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, few extras and handicap units

Hot water


Good plaster or drywall, painted, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition

Good lighting & plumbing, some extras, emergency call system

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, concrete/metal panels, good roof structure and roofing

Good plaster, paper, paneling, good detail, independent/congregate living

Good lighting, many outlets, some special plumbing fixtures

Heat pump system






Electric baseboard




Forced air

Average Stucco or siding, some trim, average code construction



Hot water

Good Good stucco/siding, some brick or stone trim, good roof



Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference



Masonry Veneer

Fair Brick veneer, little trim, standard sash, asphalt shingle



Forced air




Hot water


Good plaster or drywall, painted hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet


Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, stone veneer, good wood or steel frame and roof



Heat pump system



Good Good sandwich panels on pre-engineered frame, good fenestration



Package A.C.

453 Industrial Flex Building

Industrial flex mall buildings are the modern multi-tenant loft structures, typically of low-rise construction. The lower qualities are purely light industrial buildings having minimal subdivisions and finish per shop space user with overhead door entries. The better qualities have fully finished customer service areas with storefront entries. Display-office areas in the higher qualities have finished floors and ceilings with good restroom facilities.










Low Low-cost block, tilt-up, light roof, shop door entries

Unfinished, slab, open shop areas only

Minimum lighting & plumbing per space

Space heaters

Average Brick, concrete block, tilt-up, small storefronts

Reception finish and detail, small office or display areas

Adequate lighting & plumbing per space

Forced air

Good Masonry or concrete, wood or steel frame, good entries and trim

Finished floors, ceilings and display rooms, some extras

Fluorescent lighting, adequate restroom and plumbing

Package A.C.



Low Low-cost stucco or siding, shop door entries



Space heaters

Average Metal or wood studs, stucco, siding, small storefronts



Forced air



Low Pole frame, metal siding, shop door entries



Space heaters

Occupancy Reference



Average Pole frame, good metal siding, lined, small storefronts



Forced air



Low Light steel frame, siding, shop door entries



Space heaters

Average Pre-engineered, steel siding, small storefronts



Forced air

Good Steel frame, sandwich panels, good entries and trim

Finished floors, ceilings and display rooms, some extras

Fluorescent lighting, adequate restroom and plumbing

Package A.C.

454 Shell, Industrial Building

This occupancy, together with occupancy 994 (Interior Space, Industrial Building) allows you to individually price the shell and the office/support space costs for an industrial building (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to the following occupancies, which include both the shell and office/support space costs:

494 Industrial Light Manufacturing 406 Storage Warehouse 407 Distribution Warehouse

These building shells are designed to shelter stored materials or light manufacturing processes. There is no office and support space included. To include these costs, use occupancy 994 (Interior Space, Industrial Building) in a separate section of the report.

Exterior finishes are masonry or concrete, typically tilt-up panels, or metal siding. Frames are typically light open metal or glulam structures. Adequate lighting is found throughout the storage or shop area commensurate with the quality.

The costs include all the power leads to the building and industrial sewer and drainage lines, but do not include the following: Power panel, power wiring or industrial piping to the fixtures or equipment used in the manufacturing process, hoists or cranes.










Lowest Light tilt-up, panelized roof, small entry

Unfinished, adequate slab

Minimum lighting and rough plumbing

None

Low Light block or tilt-up, built-up cover, panelized roof, small storefront entry

Light concrete slab, no interior paint

Minimum single-tube fluorescent or high bay (18 footcandles), sewer and water service

None

Average Light frame or bearing walls, block or tilt-up, some trim, storefront, windows

5” - 6” slab, sealer, exposed insulation

Adequate general warehouse lighting and utilities

None

Good Good frame and wall panels, elastomeric roof, good fenestration

6” - 7” hardened slab, painted walls

Good fluorescent or high bay factory lighting and utilities

None



Lowest Pole frame, light metal utility siding, minimal openings, no storefront

Unfinished, light utility slab, exposed frame

Minimum utility lighting and rough plumbing

None

Occupancy Reference



Low Pole frame, metal siding, little fenestration, exposed insulation

Light concrete slab Minimum single-tube fluorescent or high bay (18 footcandles), sewer and water service

None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, lined and insulated, some trim, storefront, windows

5’’ - 6’’ slab, sealer, exposed insulation


None



Lowest Light pre-engineered frame, light metal utility siding, minimal openings, no storefront

Unfinished, light utility slab, exposed frame

Minimum utility or high bay lighting and rough plumbing

None

Low Light steel frame, metal siding, little fenestration, exposed insulation

Light concrete slab, no interior liner

Minimum single-tube fluorescent or high bay (18 footcandles), sewer and water service

None

Average Steel frame, siding or sandwich panels, some trim, storefront entry, windows

5” - 6” slab, sealer, exposed insulation


None

Good Good steel frame, heavy metal siding, sandwich panels, good fenestration, trim

6” - 7” hardened slab, some finished wainscot or liner

Good fluorescent or high bay factory lighting and utilities

None

455 Auto Dealership, Complete

These structures include showroom-office and parts-service facilities. Because of the wide range in mix of facilities, (15 percent to 55 percent showroom) and qualities, it is best to price each area individually, using the appropriate showroom and service repair garage costs. The large open areas used for display typically have storefronts. There are also some office and storage areas next to the sales cubicles. The service area is designed primarily for vehicular repair and maintenance. Better qualities will have more showroom space.



The following are not included in the costs: Service equipment, hoists, office furnishings and equipment, or special signage.








Average Brick, concrete or metal and glass, good showroom front

Plaster, acoustic tile, terrazzo display floor, adequate offices, garage area

Good display, adequate office and service lighting, restrooms




Low Block, tilt-up, simple front, 15% - 25% sales and office area


Adequate lighting & plumbing, minimum services

Forced air

Average Brick, block, concrete, storefront, average sales and service

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, office, sales cubicles

Store and office lighting, parts and garage lighting in balance

Package A.C.

Good Brick, concrete, good showroom front, good sales and service

Drywall, acoustic tile, terrazzo display floor, good office area, garage finish

Good display, office and service lighting, restrooms

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Excellent Masonry, metal or concrete, highly ornamental, over 30% sales

Plaster, good acoustic panel, best display floors, sealed work floors





Low Stucco or siding, simple front, 15% - 25% sales-office area



Forced air

Average Siding, veneer trim, showroom front, average sales and service



Package A.C.

Good Masonry veneer, good front and trim, good sales and service



Package A.C.

Excellent Masonry veneer, EIFS, highly ornamental, over 30% sales

Plaster, good acoustic panel, best display floors, sealed work floors





Low Metal on pole frame, simple storefront, 15% - 25% showroom



Forced air

Average Pole frame, metal siding, storefront, average sales and service



Package A.C.





Low Single wall, simple storefront, 15% - 25% sales-office area



Forced air

Average Sandwich panels, showroom front, average sales and service



Package A.C.

Good Sandwich panels, good front, good sales and service



Package A.C.

456 Tool Shed These structures are small multi-purpose auxiliary type structures which may be used for the storage of small hand tools, feed supplies or wood, or as a pump hose, etc. Better qualities have a slab, while the lower qualities have a dirt floor with no electrical or plumbing.








Good Cheap block, windows, hip or gable roof

Unfinished, good slab One or two lights and outlets, no plumbing

None

Occupancy Reference




Low Low-cost board siding or box frame, few openings


None None

Average Board or metal on exposed studs, windows, gable roof


None None

Good Good siding and windows, hip or gable roof

Some wainscot, good concrete slab

One or two lights and outlets, no plumbing

None

458 Warehouse Discount Store

These structures are of warehouse construction with minimal interior partitioning. Membership stores typically fall into this category. Low quality structures are unfinished shell types with minimum code throughout. Better qualities have partitioned offices.


The following are related occupancies: 318 Department Store 319 Discount Store 353 Retail Store 534 Warehouse Showroom Store 700 Mall Anchor Department Store










Low Cheap block or tilt-up, light panelized roof, no glass storefront

Unfinished, shell type, few partitions, concrete floor


Space heaters

Average Average block or tilt-up, open pipe or wood columns, some trim

Painted walls, some partitions, office area, vinyl composition and acoustic

Adequate lighting, restrooms, small snack bar or deli/fast food

Forced air

Good Brick, block, tilt-up, open frame, plain fronts

Plaster or drywall, partitioned offices, good finished ceilings, vinyl floor

Fluorescent lighting, adequate outlets and restrooms, good extras

Package A.C.



Low Siding on box frame or studs, very plain, no glass except entry door



Space heaters

Average Stucco or siding, open frame, small front, some trim



Forced air

Good Stucco or siding, open frame, plain fronts



Package A.C.



Low Metal panels on light pole frame, very plain, no glass storefront



Space heaters

Occupancy Reference




Low Single wall on light frame, very plain, no glass except entry door



Space heaters

Average Pre-engineered frame and siding, small front, some trim



Forced air

Good Steel frame, sandwich panels, plain fronts



Package A.C.

459 Mixed Retail with Residential Units

These structures are generally two- to three- story buildings with retail use on the first level and one or more residential units on the upper levels.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, balconies, porches or built-in appliances.

The following are related occupancies: 300 Apartment (High Rise) 984 Apartment, Luxury (High Rise) 352 Multiple Residence (Low Rise) 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise), for independent living 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise), for assisted living 330 Home for the Elderly, for high-rise assisted living 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex










Low Brick or block, bearing walls, very plain fronts, simple design

Low-cost general retail and basic residential above, no extras


Forced air

Average Brick or block, bearing or light frame, plain storefronts

Average retail mix and finishes, few extras, standard residential above

Adequate lighting & plumbing per unit

Package A.C.

Good Face brick, best block, some mansard trim, good display fronts

Above-average retail finishes, good residential units above

Good lighting and outlets, standard fixtures per unit

Package A.C.



Low Low-cost wood or stucco, very plain, small fronts, simple design

Low-cost general retail and basic residential above, no extras


Forced air

Average Stucco, siding, plain storefronts, minimum fenestration


Adequate lighting & plumbing per unit

Package A.C.

Good Best siding, EIFS, masonry veneer, good trim and display fronts

Above-average retail finishes, good residential units above


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference


Class M (Mill Type)


Average Mill-type construction, heavy brick walls, trusses, good wood sash


Adequate lighting & plumbing per unit, tiled baths

Hot water

460 Shell, Neighborhood Shopping Center 461 Shell, Community Shopping Center 462 Shell, Regional Shopping Center


465 Food Booth, Prefabricated

Prefabricated food booths are small pre-engineered mini-mart convenience outlets that cater primarily to a transient trade for self-service snack foods and beverages. The better booths will have public restrooms and limited hot or deli food preparation and service areas. Lower qualities are minimum code throughout.


For site-built structures, see occupancy 531 (Mini-Mart Convenience Store).










Low Painted steel panels, low cost sash and fascia

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition, limited partitions, built-in cooler

Minimum display wiring and plumbing

Package A.C.

Average Sandwich panels, small front, some trim or mansard

Typical food booth, some extras, adequate support, cooler areas

Adequate electrical, approximately one plumbing fixture each 175 square feet

Package A.C.

Good Good enameled prefinished steel, good front, masonry trim

Good acoustic, ceramic tile, security partitioning, walk-in box

Good lighting and outlets, restroom, standard fixtures

Package A.C.

466 Boat Storage Shed

These shed buildings are designed for dry boat storage and include costs for the storage racks. Structures are typically designed with an open front and only three exterior walls of either wood frame or steel construction. Floors are either concrete or asphalt. Security lighting can be found in better qualities. Special foundations, piers or flotation systems must be added separately. Boat lifts or hoists are not included.


The following related occupancy is available in Commercial Estimator: 467 Boat Storage Building




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 15 -- -- 15 15 -- Average -- -- -- 15 -- -- 15 15 --

Occupancy Reference


Good -- -- -- 20 -- -- 20 20 -- Excellent -- -- -- 20 -- -- 20 20 --




Low End walls only, low-cost plywood siding and rack framing

Unfinished, asphalt floor or gravel, minimum racks

None None

Average Open front, plywood or board on light frame and rack


None None

Good Open front, good wood siding on post frame and rack


Security lighting, no plumbing

None



Low End walls only, low-cost siding and rack framing


None None

Average Open front, metal or board on light pole frame and rack


None None

Good Open front, good metal siding on pole frame and rack



None



Low End walls only, low-cost siding, rack framing


None None

Average Open front, metal siding on light frame and rack


None None




Good Open front, good metal siding on steel rack and frame



None

467 Boat Storage Building

These buildings are designed for dry boat storage and include costs for the storage racks. A small office and shop area as well as electrical wiring and water service can be found at the better qualities.

Special foundations, piers, or flotation systems must be added separately. Boat lifts or hoists are not included.

The following related occupancy is available in Commercial Estimator: 466 Boat Storage Shed




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- 20 -- -- 20 20 20 Average -- -- -- 25 -- -- 25 25 25 Good -- -- -- 30 -- -- 30 30 30 Excellent -- -- -- 30 -- -- 30 30 30




Low Post frame, light plywood siding

Unfinished, asphalt floor, minimum racks


None

Average Post frame and trusses, plywood or board siding

Some partitions, shop area, light floor, average racks


None

Occupancy Reference




Low Pole frame, light metal siding



None

Average Pole frame and truss, enameled siding



None



Low Low-cost siding, light steel frame



None

Average Metal siding on steel frame



None

Good Good metal on heavy steel frame

Small office, concrete floor, good racks

Adequate electrical, some plumbing

None



Low Low-cost siding, slant frame

Unfinished, minimum racks

Minimum, see above None

Average Metal on slant frame Some partitions, average racks

Minimum, see above None

Good Good metal on heavy steel slant frame

Small office, concrete floor, good racks

Adequate electrical, some plumbing

None

468 Material Storage Shed

These light commercial structures are designed for the open, unsecured storage of building materials such as roofing rolls, bags of sand, cement, etc. Walls are usually either block or some type of metal or wood over the frame. Roof systems are either steel or wood, and the floors are concrete or asphalt. Some lighting will be found at better qualities.











Low Open front, block, light shed cover

Unfinished, asphalt floor

None None

Average Open one side, block, steel or wood truss, average cover

Unfinished, light concrete or asphalt floor




Low Open front, board siding/frame


None None

Average Open one side, wood or stucco on open wood frame







None None

Average Open one side, good metal on pole frame



Occupancy Reference




Low Open front, steel frame/siding


None None

Average Open one side, good metal on steel frame





Low Open front, steel frame/siding


None None

Average Open one side, good metal on steel slant frame



469 Freestall Barn

These are typically large open structures providing free access to stalls and feed areas and include concrete alleyways and curbs in better qualities.



The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 316 Dairy 561 Feeder Barn 440 Milkhouse











Some paved alleyways, dirt stalls, metal freestalls


None

Average Siding on wood frame, some wall curtains

Concrete alleys, curbs, dirt, metal freestalls

Adequate lights, outlets, water service

None

Good Good panels, gable roof, insulated or sheathed

Half concrete and dirt, good curbs and stalls, wainscot, freestalls

Good lighting and alley plumbing

None

Excellent Good siding, heavy frame, ventilated walls and roof

All concrete alleys and floor, contoured, good metal freestalls

Good wiring, lights, water service, drains

None



Lowest Wood post, pipe hoop, fabric cover, open side walls and ends

Minimum facility, some paved alleyways, dirt stalls, freestalls


None

Low Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop frame, fabric cover, side/end curtains


Minimum electrical, adequate water

None

Occupancy Reference


Average Greenhouse pipe frame, wire panels, wall curtains, shaded roof


Minimum electrical, adequate water

None



Lowest Metal roof, pole frame, no walls

Paved alleys, dirt stalls, freestalls


None

Low Metal on pole frame Some paved alleyways, dirt stalls, metal freestalls


None

Average Metal siding on pole frame, some wall curtains



None




None




None



Lowest Steel roof, frame, no walls

Paved alleys, dirt stalls, freestalls


None

Low Steel siding and frame Some paved alleyways, dirt stalls, metal freestalls


None

Average Steel siding and frame, some wall curtains



None




None







None

470 Equipment (Shop) Building

These light commercial equipment buildings are for the storage and maintenance of equipment. They will have better electrical circuit and built-in shop features not found in utility buildings or storage sheds. Walls are usually either block or some type of metal or wood over the frame. Roof systems are either steel or wood, and the floors are concrete or asphalt.

For structures with extensive shop or office areas, use occupancy 528 (Service Repair Garage).

Service equipment is not included.








Average Concrete block, light roof, windows

Unfinished, concrete or asphalt floor, some cabinets, work area


Space heaters

Good Concrete block, low-cost brick, wood rafters, overhead doors

Unfinished, concrete floor, shop area and cabinets


Space heaters

Occupancy Reference




Average Open wood frame, exposed siding or stucco, windows



Space heaters




Space heaters



Average Pre-engineered pole frame, metal siding, windows



Space heaters

Good Good pole frame, color siding, overhead doors



Space heaters



Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, windows



Space heaters

Good Good frame, color siding, overhead doors



Space heaters



Good Good slant frame, color siding, overhead doors



Space heaters

Average Pre-engineered slant frame, metal siding, light panels



Space heaters



471 Light Commercial Utility Building

Utility buildings have many uses, such as general material, commodity or equipment storage and are generally lighter than typical warehouse buildings. Interior modifications can turn it into any one of several uses. Walls are usually either block or some type of metal or wood over the frame. Roof systems are either steel or wood, and the floors are concrete or asphalt.

Small office areas with heating can be found at the better qualities.








Average Concrete block, light roof, windows

Unfinished, concrete or asphalt floor, some partitioning


None

Good Concrete block, low-cost brick, wood rafters, overhead doors

Small office area, light floor, few extras

Good lighting, water service, few fixtures





Unfinished, cheap slab/asphalt


None

Occupancy Reference



Average Open wood frame, exposed siding or stucco, windows



None







Low Light pole frame, metal siding



None

Average Pre-engineered pole frame, metal siding, windows



None

Good Good pole frame, color siding, overhead doors, some trim









None

Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, windows



None

Good Good frame, color siding, overhead doors, some trim






Low Light steel slant frame, siding



None




Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, end windows



None

Good Good slant frame, color siding, overhead doors, some trim




472 Equipment Shed

These light commercial three-walled buildings are designed for the storage and maintenance of equipment. Walls are usually either block or some type of metal or wood over the frame. Roof systems are either steel or wood, and the floors are concrete or asphalt. The better qualities will generally have good electrical circuits and/or water service.

For structures with extensive shop or office areas, use occupancy 528 (Service Repair Garage).

The following is not included in the costs: Service equipment.






Occupancy Reference





Average Open front, concrete block, light wood rafters



Space heaters

Good Open front, block or low- cost brick, wood rafters

Unfinished concrete floor, shop area and cabinets


Space heaters



Average Open front, exposed frame, siding or stucco



Space heaters

Good Open front, light frame and rafters, siding or stucco



Space heaters



Average Open front, enameled siding on wood pole frame



Space heaters

Good Open front, good metal and pole frame



Space heaters



Average Open front, enameled siding on steel frame



Space heaters

Good Open front, good metal and steel frame



Space heaters





Average Open front, enameled siding on steel slant frame



Space heaters

Good Open front, good metal and steel slant frame



Space heaters

473 Material Shelter

These light commercial urban structures have many uses. These shelters are open (non-walled) sheds used as weather shades for commodities, equipment, etc. Roof systems are either steel or wood, and the floors are concrete or asphalt. These structures are generally heavier than their farm counterparts, with adequate security lighting at the better qualities.








Rank Description

Low No walls, light steel flat roof on light wood posts, asphalt floor, no electrical

Average No walls, steel shed or flat roof on wood posts and girders, light slab floor, minimum electrical

Good No walls, composition or steel gable roof on wood rafters and posts, concrete floor, security lighting

Occupancy Reference



Rank Description

Low No walls, light steel, fiberglass or shade netting, flat roof on low-cost pipe, asphalt floor, no electrical

Average No walls, heavy fabric or steel shed or flat roof and girders on good steel posts, light slab floor, minimum electrical

Good No walls, steel gable roof and truss on steel column, wide span, concrete floor, security lighting

Very Good No walls, large bulk commodity canopy structure, heavy frame and floor, good electrical

474 Poultry House, Enclosed Cage Operation, One Story

These structures are designed to house hens used for commercial laying. Costs given are averages for complete environmental buildings.

Quality is influenced by roof and framing systems, the amount and character of the fenestration, floor systems (e.g., slab or wood), the amount of interior finish, and the lighting and plumbing systems.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story











Low Concrete block, adequate fenestration, clear-span roof, ventilated

Unfinished, low-cost concrete or wood floors


None

Average Concrete block, insulated roof, good fenestration and ventilation

Painted, concrete or wood floors, some partitions


None

Good Brick or block, heavy roof, well insulated, good fenestration

Paint and sealant, good plank or concrete slab with drains

Wiring in conduit, high-level lighting, water service

None



Low Wood siding, insulated, ventilated

Unfinished, cheap slab or wood


Average Good siding and windows, insulation, good frame, vents and roof

Plywood ceilings, concrete floors, some partitions


None

Good Brick veneer or best stucco, good fenestration, insulation

Finished interior walls, good plank or concrete floor with drains


None

Occupancy Reference




Lowest Metal on poles, sidewall vents

Unfinished, cheap floor

Minimum service None

Low Metal siding on poles, some wainscot and insulation, ventilated



None

Average Pole frame, metal, insulated



None

Good Pole frame, metal siding, fully insulated-sheathed, good openings



None



Lowest Light frame, sidewall vents



Low Steel siding and frame, some wainscot and insulation, ventilated



None

Average Steel siding, insulated, sheathed



None

Good Best steel panels, insulated interior, sheathing, good fenestration



None

475 Poultry House, Floor Operation

These structures are designed for the care and housing of poultry at ground level. Costs given are averages of several types of buildings with predominantly dirt floors.


To price in more detail using the Agricultural Estimator, use the following occupancies: 115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story



125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn

or one of the following available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story 570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story





476 Farm Implement Building

Implement buildings are for storage and maintenance of farm equipment. These structures will have lighter gauge materials or fewer interior finishes than their commercial counterparts. They will have better electrical circuits and built-in shop features not found in utility buildings or storage sheds. Walls are usually either block or some type of metal or wood over the frame. Roof systems are either steel or wood, and the floors are light concrete or asphalt.




Occupancy Reference






Average Block, steel or wood roof structure, good fenestration

Unfinished, concrete or asphalt floor, some cabinets


None

Good Reinforced block, steel or wood truss, good roof cover

Unfinished, concrete floor, tool cabinets, shop area


None



Average Open wood frame, exposed board siding, shingles, windows



None

Good Wood frame and truss, wood siding or stucco



None




Unfinished, light floor, few extras


Average Pole frame, metal siding, good doors, windows



None

Good Pole frame, best metal siding, sheathing



None








Average Steel frame and siding, good fenestration



None

Good Steel frame and truss, steel or aluminum siding



None



Low Light steel slant frame and siding



Average Light steel slant frame and siding, good doors, light panels



None

Good Steel slant frame and truss, pedestrian and overhead doors



None

477 Farm Utility Building

Utility buildings have many uses, such as general material, commodity or equipment storage, and use lighter gauge material than their commercial counterparts. Interior modifications can turn it into any one of several uses. Walls are usually either block or some type of metal or wood over the frame. Roof systems are either steel or wood, and the floors are light concrete, asphalt or dirt at the lower qualities.




Occupancy Reference






Average Block, cheap brick, light roof

Cheap slab or asphalt Minimum electric service

None

Good Brick, concrete block, clay tile, wood rafters, windows



None



Low Wood frame, board siding on exposed studs, sliding door

Unfinished, dirt floor Minimum electric service

None

Average Wood frame, siding or stucco, windows

Unfinished walls, cheap asphalt or slab floor


None



Low Light pole frame, metal siding, sliding door entry only


None

Average Pole frame, metal siding, windows, walkdoor



None





Low Light steel frame, metal siding, sliding door entry only


None

Average Steel frame and truss, metal siding, windows, walkdoor



None



Low Light steel slant frame and siding, sliding door entry only


None

Average Light steel slant frame and metal siding, windows, walk door



None

478 Farm Implement Shed

Equipment shed buildings are for storage and maintenance of farm equipment. These structures are typically designed with an open front and only three exterior walls of either wood frame or steel construction. Floors are light concrete, asphalt, gravel or dirt. Electrical and water service is commensurate with the quality.





Occupancy Reference






Low Open front, cheap block, shed roof

Unfinished, gravel floor, few extras


Average Open one side, block, light roof, some end-wall fenestration

Unfinished, light concrete or asphalt floor, some cabinets


None



Low Open front, box frame, siding



Average Open one side, wood frame, siding, some end-wall fenestration



None



Average Open one side, metal on pole frame, some end-wall windows



None






Low Open front, metal on steel frame






Average Open one side, metal on steel frame, some end-wall windows



None



Low Open front, metal on light slant frame



Average Open one side, metal on steel slant frame, some light panels



None

479 Farm Utility Storage Shed

These structures are designed with an open front and only three exterior walls of either wood frame or steel construction. The interior is usually unfinished, with no doors and a dirt floor. No electrical or water service is included in the costs. They can be used for commodity or equipment storage only (no repair shop) or as a livestock loafing shed.






Occupancy Reference





Low Open one side, cheap block, shed roof


None None



Low Open one side, plywood/post frame


None None

Average Open one side, plywood/box frame


None None

Good Open one side, boards heavy timber


None None





None None



Low Open one side, steel frame/siding


None None



Low Open front, metal on light slant frame


None None

480 Vegetable Building, Environmental

For Controlled Atmosphere HVAC, use the following HVAC types: 626 Conditioned Air 628 High to Precise Humidity and Cooling 629 Warm and Cooled Air



Use occupancy 106 (Controlled Atmosphere Storage) for controlled atmosphere storage.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 30 Average -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 30 Good -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 35 Excellent -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 35




Low Built-up steel sandwich envelope-cavity wall and roof, insulated

Dirt floor, concrete center plenum, catwalk, attached fan room


None

Fair Built-up steel sandwich envelope-cavity wall and roof, insulated

Elevated concrete floor, plenum, catwalk, attached fan room


None

Good Built-up steel sandwich envelope-cavity wall and roof, insulated

Concrete floor and plenum with ventilated metal deck, fan room


481 Museum

These buildings are designed for long-term display of works of art, crafts, natural history, etc., and include exhibit-gallery, collection storage, vault, workshop, sales, lecture-meeting, theater, food service areas, etc., commensurate with the quality.

Costs include the basic building display structures and necessary permanent lighting, electrical connections and security, but do not include any display cases, food equipment, movable trade fixtures and chattels or works of art.

Occupancy Reference










Drywall, terrazzo, good exhibition, work areas, good lecture facilities

Good lighting, adequate plumbing and surveillance, kitchenette


Good Good masonry, concrete panels, good architecture and entry

Plaster, good ornamental detail, marble, terrazzo, many extras, theater

Special lighting and security system, good plumbing, kitchen




Low Low-cost brick, block, tilt-up



Forced air

Average Brick, block, concrete panels, little trim

Drywall, some ornamentation, vinyl composition, terrazzo, some extras

Adequate lighting, plumbing and security

Package A.C.

Good Face brick, concrete panels, good architecture

Drywall, terrazzo, good exhibition, work areas, good lecture facilities

Good lighting and surveillance, adequate plumbing, kitchenette





Excellent Special architecture and trim, best masonry, good entrance

Best ornamental plaster and detail, terrazzo, marble, many extras, theater

Special lighting and security system, good plumbing, kitchen




Low Low-cost stucco or siding, very plain, small lobby

Drywall, plywood, acoustic tile, wood or asphalt tile floors, few extras

Minimum lighting & plumbing, minimum gallery facility

Forced air

Average Brick veneer, good stucco, trim, ornamental entrance

Drywall, some ornamentation, vinyl composition, terrazzo, some extras

Adequate lighting, plumbing and security

Package A.C.



Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior, small lobby, very plain



Forced air



Low Steel frame, metal siding, finished interior, small lobby, very plain



Forced air

482 Convention Center

These structures are large open arena-auditorium-type facilities for short-term meeting and/or trade show-display of products. The better facilities will have varied multi-functional space with movable partitions and ancillary eating and entertainment facilities.


Occupancy Reference








Low Face brick, concrete panels with trim, plain architecture

Plain exhibit space and meeting rooms, few extras

Adequate lighting & plumbing, sound system, food service



Good exhibit hall, meeting rooms and lobby, some extras

Good lighting and sound system, good plumbing and kitchen


Good Special architecture, good materials, good entrance and lobbies

Large clear-span halls, good meeting rooms, theater, grand ballrooms

Special lighting, good sound system and plumbing, kitchens




Low Face brick, concrete panels with trim, plain architecture

Plain exhibit space and meeting rooms, few extras







Good Special architecture, good materials, good entrance and lobbies

Large clear-span halls, good meeting rooms, theater, grand ballrooms







Low Block, tilt-up, light frame

Painted, acoustic tile, carpet


Forced air

Average Brick, block, concrete panels, little trim, good conference-type facility



Package A.C.


Plain exhibit space, average meeting rooms, few extras









Low Low-cost stucco or siding, very plain

Drywall, acoustic tile, carpet


Forced air

Average Good stucco, some trim, good conference-type facility



Package A.C.

Good Steel and Glulam frame, trusses & girders, brick veneer, best stucco

Plain exhibit space, average meeting rooms, few extras



Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, heavy frame, good entrance and lobby






Low Metal panels on pole frame, low-cost hotel-type facility

Few partitions, acoustic tile, carpet, tiled restrooms

Minimum lighting, plumbing and sound system

Forced air

Occupancy Reference




Low Steel or aluminum panels, low-cost hotel-type facility

Few partitions, acoustic tile, carpet, tiled restrooms

Minimum lighting, plumbing and sound system

Forced air

483 Fitness Center

These buildings are complete multi-sport, commercial recreational complexes distinguished by large gymnasium/auditorium-type structures with private-membership and public-community center facilities. These multipurpose buildings will include gym-basketball, handball-racquetball, bowling and other sport courts, rinks, varied swimming-natatorium facilities, running tracks, as well as exercise, craft, game and other social-multipurpose exercise rooms. The number of varied amenities and support facilities (locker room, sauna, snack bars, etc.) will vary with the quality level. Equipment and trade fixtures associated with these amenities are not included.









Good main gym or rink, multisports courts, natatorium, many extras






Good Special architecture, good materials, good entrance and lobby

Top sports finish, elaborate finishes, many extra facilities and rooms

Best sports lighting, plumbing, many extras




Average Brick, block, tilt-up, some ornamentation, small front

Basketball floor, swim pools, good multipurpose rooms

Adequate lighting, restrooms, sauna, shower and locker rooms

Package A.C.

Good Brick, best block, metal and glass, good entrance




Excellent Best masonry, good curtain walls, good entrance and lobby

Top sports finish, elaborate finishes, many extra facilities and rooms

Best sports lighting, plumbing, many extras




Average Stucco or siding on Glulam frame with girders or trusses



Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer or best stucco on heavy frame, good entrance









Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Good Insulated metal sandwich panels, good frame, entrance




484 High School (Entire)

This occupancy includes the entire school facility, which includes a mixture of classrooms, multipurpose building, administrative offices, etc. The schools plant may consist of one building or several separate buildings, and encompasses grades nine or ten through twelfth.

The following are not included in the costs: Swimming pools, movable furnishing or equipment, exterior ground improvements (i.e., athletic fields), open shelters and site work.














High level lighting, audio-visual wiring, good plumbing
















High level lighting, audio-visual wiring, good plumbing











Package A.C.




Heat pump system









Occupancy Reference







Package A.C.




Heat pump system














Package A.C.




Heat pump system






Package A.C.




Heat pump system








485 Natatorium

These structures are designed as specialized gymnasium-type structures for aquatic sports. Swimming pools and viewing facilities commensurate with the quality are included.

The number of amenities and support facilities (locker room, sauna, snack bars, etc.) varies with the quality level. Equipment and trade fixtures associated with these amenities are not included.









Acoustic treatment, tiled surfaces, good competition pools and detail

Adequate lighting and outlets, tiled showers and restrooms

Heat pump system

Good Heavy frame, best masonry walls, good entrance and lobby

Good main pool, viewing facilities, high-cost finishes, many extras


Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference





Concrete floor, some tile, single pool, minimal finish

Minimum sports lighting & plumbing

Forced air

Average Steel or glulam trusses or girders, brick, block or tilt-up

Plaster or drywall, tile wainscot, Olympic or good municipal pools


Package A.C.


Good tile surfaces and detail, competition pools, viewing facilities


Heat pump system



Low Light frame, siding or stucco, very plain



Forced air


Plaster or drywall, tile wainscot, Olympic or good municipal pools


Package A.C.


Good tile surfaces and detail, competition pools, viewing facilities


Heat pump system



Low Pole frame, metal siding, some interior finish and insulation



Forced air





Low Pre-engineered, partly finished interior, some insulation



Forced air

Average Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulation

Plaster and drywall, tile wainscot, Olympic or good municipal pools


Package A.C.

486 Field House

Field houses are large gymnasium-type structures designed for indoor and outdoor sports and practice facilities. The better quality structures will include complete spectator and team facilities commensurate with the quality.









Intramural and competitive sports venues, good support facilities



Occupancy Reference




Good exhibition floor, varied sports and spectator facilities






Low-cost finishes, minimal support facilities, synthetic flooring


Space heaters


Multisport fields, some courts, co-recreation/sports activities

Adequate lighting & plumbing, locker rooms

Package A.C.




Heat pump system


Good exhibition floor, some arena finishes and spectator facilities








Space heaters


Multisport fields, some courts co-recreation/sports activities


Package A.C.







Heat pump system


Good exhibition floor, some arena finishes and spectator facilities





Lowest Pole frame, metal single wall, very plain

Little or none, no dressing rooms or showers, practice field only


Ventilation

Low Pole frame, metal siding, partly finished interior, insulation



Space heaters




Package A.C.



Lowest Single wall, very plain Little or none, no dressing rooms or showers, practice field only


Ventilation

Low Pre-engineered, partly finished interior, some insulation



Space heaters

Occupancy Reference






Package A.C.




Heat pump system

487 Vocational School

This occupancy includes the entire school facility that includes a mixture of classrooms, multipurpose buildings, administrative offices, etc. The schools may consist of one building or several separate buildings. This occupancy's emphasis is on trade and technical skills with a greater proportion of shops and laboratories.









Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, some hardwood or vinyl composition






Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, some sealed concrete

Best fluorescent fixtures and outlets, good plumbing





Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, some hardwood or vinyl composition




Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, some sealed concrete

Best fluorescent fixtures and outlets, good plumbing







Forced air




Package A.C.





Excellent Steel frame, face brick, metal panels, tile, some ornament

Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel, carpet and vinyl, some sealed concrete

Best lighting and wiring, good plumbing


Occupancy Reference




Low Wood frame, stucco or siding, very plain



Forced air




Package A.C.






Plaster, enamel, glazed or vinyl finishes, some carpet and vinyl

Best lighting and wiring, good plumbing




Low Pole frame, metal siding, some interior finish, insulation



Forced air




Package A.C.

Good Pole frame, best metal panels, some brick or stone trim






Low Pre-engineered, some finished interior, insulation



Forced air







Package A.C.





488 Bookstore (School)

These buildings are designed for retail student sales and display. They have limited sales, lounge area, storage and office commensurate with the quality. The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs, trade fixtures and equipment.











Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet or vinyl composition


Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference







Forced air




Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or carpet

Good fluorescent fixtures, adequate plumbing

Heat pump system




Drywall, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, asphalt tile


Forced air




Package A.C.



Good fluorescent fixtures, adequate plumbing

Heat pump system






Forced air








Forced air

489 Jail, Police Station

Police stations are basically law enforcement facilities with a limited number of jail cells. Sallyport facilities commensurate with the quality are included.

The costs include jail hardware but do not include kitchen, laundry or recreational equipment.









Painted concrete, some plaster, acoustic tile, and asphalt tile, slab

Adequate lighting & plumbing, some extras, holding cells

Heat pump system

Average Brick, precast concrete, good block, some trim

Plaster or drywall, ceramic tile, acoustic tile, and asphalt tile, good concrete

Good lighting, plumbing, security and sallyport, good holding facility


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Good Best block, concrete, masonry and glass, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, ceramic tile, acoustic tile, carpet and asphalt tile

Good lighting, plumbing, security for law enforcement center


Excellent Best brick, stone, architectural concrete, good lobby

Plaster, vinyl wall coverings, acoustic tile, terrazzo, vinyl tile, good detail

Best lighting, plumbing and security, major command center




Low Block, tilt-up, very plain

Unfinished walls and floors, low-cost ceilings and floors in public areas

Minimum plumbing and lighting, minimum administrative and cells

Forced air

Average Block or brick, concrete, some ornamentation on front

Painted walls, few partitions, some acoustic and vinyl composition, slab


Package A.C.

Good Heavy stone or brick masonry, some ornamentation

Plaster and acoustic tile, vinyl and ceramic floors, good slab


Heat pump system

Excellent Face brick, stone, architectural concrete, glass, good lobby

Plaster, paneling, carpet and terrazzo, suspended ceilings, best administrative






Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, some asphalt tile, slab


Package A.C.







Heat pump system

Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, metal and glass, good lobby

Plaster, paneling, carpet and terrazzo, suspended ceilings, best administrative



490 Kennel

This occupancy is predominantly for the boarding of small animals and has limited examination and treatment facilities. The better qualities include the large public animal control facilities. Costs include the cages and enclosed runs.








Lowest Cheap block Unfinished, workroom and runs only

Minimum services, good drains

None

Low Block or tilt-up, plain entry

Drywall, small office, grooming, minimum cages and runs


Wall furnace

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Average Brick, partially finished interior, some trim

Plaster or drywall, some vinyl comp., cages & runs, low-cost animal control

Adequate lighting & plumbing, few extras, small restroom

Forced air

Good Face brick, ornamental block, good trim and fenestration

Plaster or drywall, vinyl, good masonry kennels, large animal control facility

Good lighting & plumbing, good locker, shower and restrooms

Package A.C.

Very Good

Face brick, block or concrete, good entrance and trim

Plaster, ceramic, glazed and epoxy finishes, indoor exercise facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, lab, better animal control facility


Excellent Face brick, stone or concrete, metal and glass, good lobby and trim

Plaster, carpet, glazed and epoxy finishes, indoor exercise facilities

Good electrical and plumbing, best pet hotel and salon




Lowest Plywood or low-cost boards

Unfinished, workroom and runs only


None

Low Stucco or siding, finished interior



Wall furnace

Average Stucco or siding, brick trim or low-cost brick veneer

Plaster or drywall, some vinyl comp., cages & runs, low-cost animal control


Forced air

Good Good brick veneer, siding or stucco trim and fenestration


Good lighting & plumbing, good locker, shower, and restrooms

Package A.C.

Very Good

Face brick or stone veneer, good entrance and trim

Plaster, ceramic, glazed and epoxy finishes, indoor exercise facilities

Good lighting & plumbing, lab, better animal control facility





Excellent Good masonry veneer, metal and glass, best siding, EIFS, good lobby

Plaster, carpet, glazed and epoxy finishes, indoor exercise facilities

Good electrical and plumbing, best pet hotel and salon




Average Pole frame, metal siding, brick trim, insulated, finished interior, lobby

Drywall, some vinyl comp., cages and runs, low-cost animal control facility


Forced air

Low Pole frame, metal siding, plain entry



Wall furnace

Lowest Metal on light pole frame

Unfinished, workroom and runs only


None



Lowest Steel siding and frame Unfinished, workroom and runs only


None

Low Metal on light frame, plain entry



Wall furnace

Average Insulated sandwich panels or metal with finished interior, lobby

Drywall, vinyl composition, cages and runs, low-cost animal control facility


Forced air

Good Insulated sandwich panels, good trim and fenestration


Good lighting & plumbing, good locker, shower, and restrooms

Package A.C.

491 Government Community Service Building

These public buildings are designed as mixed-use structures, typically found in rural communities, and are generally smaller and utilitarian in scope. The lower qualities are generally

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composed of public safety facilities, volunteer fire, limited office and council meeting rooms and/or small libraries, etc.

The better qualities will have a large proportion of well-finished full-service facilities and will merge into occupancy 327 (Government Building).








Low Precast concrete, block, very plain lobby


Adequate administrative lighting, restroom facilities, some extras

Heat pump system

Average Brick, precast concrete, block, some trim, good lobby







Paint, few low-cost partitions, acoustic tile, public safety, few offices

Minimum administrative lighting & plumbing

Forced air




Average Steel frame or bearing wall, brick, block, concrete panels, some trim

Paint, drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, typical mixed use


Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Excellent Steel frame, masonry and glass, stone ornamentation, top quality

Plaster, paneling, carpet and terrazzo, suspended ceilings, best mixed use





Low Wood frame, stucco or siding, some ornamentation

Paint, few low-cost partitions, acoustic tile, public safety, few offices


Forced air


Paint, drywall partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, typical mixed use


Package A.C.




Heat pump system


Plaster, paneling, carpet and terrazzo, suspended ceilings, best mixed use



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Drywall, acoustic tile, few partitions, public safety, some town offices


Forced air




Package A.C.




Drywall, acoustic tile, few partitions, public safety, some town offices


Forced air




Package A.C.


Drywall, some trim, carpet, vinyl, acoustic tile, good mixed use


Package A.C.

492 Shell, Office Building

This occupancy, together with occupancy 993 (Interior Space, Office Building), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for an office building (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 344 (Office Building), which includes both the shell and tenant improvement costs.

These building shells are designed for commercial occupancies and are normally subdivided into smaller units for tenant use. Costs include the basic building shell and service core (lobby) area finishes only (commensurate with the building class and rank). Only rough electrical and plumbing are included, except for the lobby finishes and core restrooms.

You can add interior build-out (tenant improvement) costs using occupancy 993 (Interior Space, Office Building), which you must enter in a different section.



The following are not included in the costs: Signs, tenant improvement build-out, and office furnishings or equipment.





493 Flathouse

These structures are large grain or rice storage structures. Aeration, loading and unloading systems are not included in the costs.








Average Concrete walls, light roof


Adequate electric service

None

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Good Steel truss, good concrete, metal or composition shingle roof

Heavy-duty floor and stem wall, grain, rice, storage, etc.

Good wiring and lighting

None



Average Post frame, siding or stucco, bulkheads

Finished walls, good slab, grain storage


None

Good Heavy wood frame, siding or stucco, sheathing

Finished walls, heavy-duty concrete slab and stem wall


None



Average Post frame and truss, metal siding, sheathing, bulkheads

Lined walls, good slab, grain storage


None

Good Heavy laminated frame, metal siding, sheathing

Sealed walls, heavy-duty concrete slab and stem wall


None



Average Steel frame and truss, heavy steel panels, bulkheads



None

Good Heavy steel frame and truss, heavy steel panels

Heavy concrete slab and stem wall, grain, rice storage, etc.


None





Average Steel slant frame and truss, heavy steel panels, bulkheads



None

Good Heavy steel slant frame and truss, heavy steel panels

Heavy concrete slab and stem wall, grain, rice storage, etc.


None

494 Industrial Light Manufacturing

These buildings are designed to shelter manufacturing processes. There is an average amount of office and support space commensurate with the quality included, typically for light industrials, between 4 and 25 percent. This includes suitable locker, break and lunchroom facilities to accommodate the personnel load. Offices may be single story or stacked. Single-story offices may have softwood flooring storage mezzanine overhead as part of the office area costs.

Exterior finishes are masonry or concrete, typically tilt-up panels or metal siding. Frames are typically light open metal or glulam structures. The interiors, except for the office area, will usually have little or no interior finish. Fluorescent lighting is found throughout both the office and shop with the office area having better quality fixtures.

The costs include all the power leads to the building and industrial sewer and drainage lines, but do not include the following: Power panel, power wiring or industrial piping to the fixtures or equipment used in the manufacturing process, hoists or cranes.

This occupancy includes both shell and office/support space costs for a light industrial building. To price each separately (using two separate occupancies in two separate sections), use the following occupancies:

454 Shell, Industrial Building 994 Interior Space, Industrial Building




Occupancy Reference






Low Low-cost brick or block, little fenestration, precast floors

Painted walls, few offices, very plain and open


Space heaters

Average Brick on block or tile, concrete or metal panels, storefront entry

Painted walls and ceilings, finished floors and ceilings in offices


Hot water



Low Low-cost brick or block, little fenestration, precast floors

Painted walls, few offices, very plain and open


Space heaters

Average Brick, formed concrete, or precast walls, little trim, storefront entry

Painted walls and ceilings, finished floors and ceilings in offices


Hot water



Low Very plain, brick, block, or tilt-up, few openings

Small office area, unfinished floors and ceilings


Space heaters




Average Light frame or bearing walls, brick, block or tilt-up, some trim

Painted walls and exposed frame, small finished offices


Space heaters

Good Bearing walls or frame, brick, concrete panels, good glass storefront

Some finished walls, finished floors and ceilings in offices

Good fluorescent lighting, adequate plumbing

Space heaters



Low Wood studs or frame, cheap stucco or siding

Unfinished, low-cost slab, small office, minimum code


Space heaters

Average Wood studs, stucco, wood rafters and sheathing, some trim

Drywall, finished office area, exposed rafters or trusses


Space heaters

Good Good frame with stucco or siding, some ornamentation

Some good offices and interior finish

Good lighting, exposed conduit, adequate plumbing

Space heaters



Low Pole frame, metal siding, insulated, few openings

Low-cost slab, few partitions, small office

Minimum code, factory lighting

Space heaters

Average Pole frame, metal siding, fully lined and insulated

Finished office area, slab, some floor finish


Space heaters

Good Pole frame, metal siding, lined and insulated, some trim, glass entry



Space heaters

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Low Light steel frame, steel or aluminum siding, few openings

Low-cost slab, unfinished interior, small office

Minimum code, factory lighting

Space heaters

Average Steel frame, steel or aluminum siding, some trim

Finished office area, slab, some floor finish


Space heaters

Good Steel frame, sandwich panels, good glass storefront entry and trim



Space heaters

495 Industrial Heavy Manufacturing

Buildings designed for heavy specialized manufacturing processes and power or utility service plants. There is an average amount of office or support space commensurate with the quality included, typically for heavy industrials, between 4 and 12 percent.

Heavy Industrials are characterized by their typically heavy frames, craneways, walls and floors. The structural support will greatly influence the cost and quality selection. Exterior finishes are thick masonry or concrete, or heavy gauge metal siding. The interiors, except for the office, stores or shop areas, usually have minimal interior partitions and are large open areas. Lighting may consist of many heavy-duty or spark-proof fixtures.

The costs include all the power leads to the building and industrial sewer and drainage lines, but do not include the following: Power panels, power wiring or industrial piping to the fixtures or equipment used in the manufacturing process, hoists, cranes or personnel lifts.










Low Brick on block or tile, concrete or metal panels, little trim

Painted walls and ceilings, heavy-duty floors, open fabrication


Hot water

Average Face brick, metal panels, industrial glass, ornamentation

Plaster walls, some trim, heavy-duty floors, good offices, craneways

Good fluorescent lighting, adequate plumbing, locker rooms


Good Good curtain walls, good brick and glass, with ornamentation

Finished walls and ceilings, some finished floors, heavy craneways

Good fluorescent lighting, good plumbing, some extras


Excellent Heavy structural frame and masonry or concrete walls

Extra heavy floors, partitions and craneways, specialized plant

Excellent lighting & plumbing, spark-proof fixtures




Low Brick, formed concrete, or precast walls, little trim

Painted walls and ceilings, heavy-duty floors, open fabrication


Hot water

Average Face brick, concrete curtain walls, some ornamentation

Plaster walls, some trim, heavy-duty floors, good offices, craneways



Good Good curtain walls, good brick and glass, with ornamentation

Finished walls and ceilings, some finished floors, heavy craneways



Excellent Heavy concrete frame and masonry or concrete walls

Extra heavy floors, partitions and craneways, specialized plant

Excellent lighting & plumbing, spark-proof fixtures


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Low Steel or glulam frame, brick, block, or tilt-up, some trim

Painted walls and exposed frame, small finished offices, good slab


Space heaters

Average Structural frame, brick, concrete panels

Heavy slab floors, offices, stores, some heavy assembly, craneways


Hot water

Good Heavy steel or concrete frame, good masonry walls

Heavy floors, grating, good partitions and craneways





Low Wood frame, stucco or siding

Finished office area, good slab, some floor finish, open fabrication


Space heaters

Average Heavy wood frame, wood or stucco siding

Heavy slab or mill-type floors, finished office area, some heavy assembly

Good lighting, adequate plumbing and locker rooms

Space heaters

Class M (Mill Type)


Average Mill-type construction, brick walls, wood trusses

Painted walls, few small offices, mill-type floors

Average lighting & plumbing

Steam

Good Mill-type construction, brick walls, wood or steel trusses

Finished walls and ceilings, some floor finish, heavy mill-type floors

Fluorescent lighting, modernized plumbing

Steam





Low Steel frame, steel or aluminum siding, some trim

Finished office area, good slab, some floor finish, open fabrication


Space heaters

Average Heavy steel frame, transite or metal siding, sandwich panels

Heavy slab floors, offices, stores, some heavy assembly, craneways

Good lighting, exposed conduit, adequate plumbing, locker rooms

Space heaters

Good Structural steel, heavy steel siding, transite, sandwich panels

Heavy floors, grating, good partitions and craneways

Good fluorescent lighting & plumbing, some extras


496 Laboratory

Laboratories include commercial and research and development facilities exclusive of lab equipment. Interiors will have clean surfaces with good enamels, vinyls and glazed tiles and conductive flooring commensurate with the quality level. Costs include laboratory plumbing, electrical and cabinetry, but not fume hoods.

The better qualities are highly ornamented with good offices, testing areas, research and numerous workstations.

Since laboratories have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.





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Low Brick, precast concrete, block, little trim

Low-cost finishes, acoustic tile, VCT, plain labs, production and offices

Minimum lab lighting & plumbing, few extras

Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, carpet, good labs and support


Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl, good testing and research

Good fluorescent fixtures, good lab stations and plumbing

Complete HVAC.


Plaster, glazed finishes, enamel, tile, many workstations, support facilities

Best lab plumbing and lighting, many extras

Complete HVAC.




Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall, VCT, plain labs and offices


Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, adequate labs, support facilities


Complete HVAC.


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl or carpet, good research & development


Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.






Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., plain labs, production and offices


Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.




Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., plain labs, production and offices

Minimum lab lighting and plumbing

Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.

497 Computer Center

Computer centers are electronic data processing plants, including ancillary offices. Most facilities will have a rather plain exterior appearance with little fenestration. The cost and quality

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selection will depend primarily on the amount of interior finish. An amount of raised computer floors are included, commensurate with the quality level.

The better qualities have a large amount of good support rooms and many offices.








Low Low-cost brick, structural tile, block, concrete panels

Painted walls, large open areas, offices and support rooms

Fluorescent lighting, minimum plumbing, back-up power


Average Brick, block, concrete panels, low-cost metal panels

Painted walls and ceilings, raised floors, office and support rooms

Fluorescent lighting, adequate restrooms and plumbing, UPS


Good Face brick, metal panels, good concrete panels, ornamentation

Drywall or plaster, raised floors, good support rooms and offices

Good lighting, many outlets, adequate plumbing, UPS, EPS


Excellent Good curtain walls, good brick and metal, with ornamentation

Plaster, acoustic ceilings, raised floor, much office space

Fluorescent lighting, many outlets, good plumbing, UPS & EPS






Low Low-cost brick, concrete, block, tilt-up, very plain

Minimum finish and detail, small office and support areas

Minimum lighting, plumbing and uninterrupted power supply

Package A.C.

Average Brick, block, concrete, load-bearing walls or frame

Gypsum board, raised floors, adequate office and support areas

Adequate lighting & plumbing, back-up power supply


Good Masonry or concrete, some ornamentation, steel frame

Plaster, raised floors, good support rooms and detail

Fluorescent lighting, adequate restrooms, plumbing, UPS & EPS




Low Bearing studs and stucco or wood siding, very plain

Minimum finish and detail, small office and support areas

Minimum lighting, plumbing and uninterrupted power supply

Package A.C.

Average Light frame or studs, stucco, siding, EIFS

Drywall or plaster, raised floors, adequate office and support areas

Fluorescent lighting, adequate plumbing, back-up power




Average Steel frame, transite, steel siding or sandwich panels

Drywall or plaster, raised floors, adequate office and support areas

Adequate lighting & plumbing, back-up power supply


498 Broadcast Facility

Broadcast facilities are averages of radio and TV stations and include all wiring and conduit necessary for operation, but not broadcasting equipment. Exterior decorative fronts, entry lobby, studios and ancillary support offices and facilities will be commensurate with the quality level.

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The better qualities will have good presentation studios, some live audience facilities, many offices, good acoustic design, and good interior finishes and detail.








Low Face brick, concrete, some ornamentation, plain entrance

Plaster or gypsum, suspended ceiling, finished lobby, offices, small studios

Adequate electrical, lighting & plumbing


Average Precast concrete, brick, limestone trim, decorative front and lobby

Acoustic design, some special finishes, good main studio, many offices

Studio lighting and electrical, adequate plumbing



Special finishes, acoustic design, good presentation studios

Special lighting and electrical, good plumbing





Plain construction, small studios, vinyl composition, minimum facility

Minimum lighting, adequate electrical, minimum plumbing

Package A.C.




Average Brick, block, concrete, plain front and lobby, some trim

Plaster or gypsum, suspended ceiling, some access floor, carpeted lobby


Heat pump system

Good Face brick, stone, metal and glass, decorative front and lobby

Good interior finish and detail, good studios, many offices

Studio lighting, good electrical and plumbing


Excellent Face brick, stone, architectural concrete, good entrance and lobby

Special finishes, acoustic design, high-cost finishes, good main studio





Low Stucco or siding, little trim, plain entry



Package A.C.

Average Brick veneer, good stucco or siding, some trim, plain front and lobby



Heat pump system

Good Brick veneer, best stucco or siding with good front and lobby




Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, EIFS, good entrance and lobby

Special finishes, acoustic design, high-cost finishes, good main studio





Low Metal panels on pole frame, finished interior, small entrance



Package A.C.

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Average Pole frame, good metal panels, finished inside, some trim



Heat pump system



Low Metal panels, finished interior, little trim, plain entry



Package A.C.

Average Sandwich panels, or finished interior, some ornamentation



Heat pump system

Good Good sandwich panels, good entrance and trim




499 Dry Cleaners/Laundry

These structures are designed for full-service laundry cleaning, including typical retail storefront and laundry workspace commensurate with the quality level. Better qualities have an area for a small amount of in-house cleaning. The costs do not reflect the costs of a dry cleaning plant.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs and laundry or cleaning equipment.










Average Brick, block, tilt-up, plain front, some ornamentation

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition in sales area, sealed concrete

Adequate store lighting, outlets and plumbing

Evaporative cooling

Good Brick, stucco on block, best tilt-up, good front

Good store finish, carpet or vinyl, standard unfinished work area


Package A.C.



Average Stucco or siding, plain front

Finished sales, plain work area


Evaporative cooling

Good Good stucco or siding, brick veneer, good front, ornamentation

Good store finish, carpet or vinyl, standard unfinished work area


Package A.C.



Average Metal panels, little ornamentation, plain front

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition in sales area, sealed concrete

Adequate store lighting, outlets and plumbing

Evaporative cooling

508 Car Wash Canopy

Canopy structures to support car wash facilities. Costs include the canopy structure and supports, flooring, walls and electrical commensurate with the quality. The low cost represents light shading for waiting or auto detailing areas with minimum paving and electrical service, and with no walls. The fair to average quality are the average to good service or entry canopies with good column supports, roofing, soffit finish, concrete floor and lighting without walls. The good to excellent canopy is for the wash tunnel canopies or enclosures with some walls, roofing, concrete floor, drains, sump and electrical commensurate with the quality range.

The following are not included in the costs: Car wash equipment and yard improvements.

For Car Wash Service Building, use occupancy 436 (Car Wash, Automatic).

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Class C (Masonry Bearing Walls), Class D (Wood or Steel Framed Exterior Walls) and Class S (Metal Frame and Walls)

Rank Description

Lowest No walls, light steel, fiberglass or shade netting roof on low-cost pipe, asphalt, minimum electrical, auto detail area

Low No walls, shade, patio cover, metal or wood, minimum electrical, concrete paving

Fair No walls, average canopy, decorative columns, adequate lighting, concrete floor

Average No walls, entrance, service canopy, metal or wood frame, finished soffit, lighting, concrete floor

Good Some tunnel knee walls or column ornamentation, good roof and supports, electrical, concrete floor, drains

Very Good

Good tunnel walls and roof structure, open ends, concrete floor, good electrical and drains, sump, no heat

Excellent Good tunnel walls and doors, concrete, built-up or steel roof, concrete floor, lighting, drains, sump, no heat

511 Drugstore

These buildings include both small neighborhood pharmacies and the large chain discount-type stores with a variety of merchandise departments including convenience foods containing built-in refrigerators.

The better qualities have some storefront and well-finished interiors. Some storage and office areas commensurate with the overall quality of the building are included.



The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs, display freezers and cooler or other trade fixtures, checkout or prescription and food service equipment.









Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, small private or chain outlet

Adequate lighting, outlets, plumbing and pharmacy




Low Minimum block or cheap brick, bar joists, built-up roof

Painted exterior walls, minimum retail finish, typical low-end chain

Adequate lighting and pharmacy, small employees’ restroom

Package A.C


Drywall, some vinyl, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile

Adequate lighting, restrooms, prescription and sundries departments

Package A.C.

Good Brick, best block, stucco, good storefront and ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., includes typical mini-drive-thru

Good lighting and outlets, standard fixtures and pharmacy

Package A.C.

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Excellent Face brick, best design, highly ornamental exterior

Typically best variety type, good acoustic, vinyl tile and carpet

Good departmental lighting, good pharmacy and convenience foods

Package A.C.



Low Stucco or siding on studs, small front, little trim


Adequate lighting, plumb. and pharmacy, small employees’ restroom

Package A.C


Drywall, some vinyl, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile

Adequate lighting, restrooms, prescription and sundries departments

Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer or good siding, good frame and storefront entrance

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., includes typical mini-drive-thru

Good lighting and outlets, standard fixtures and pharmacy

Package A.C

Excellent Face brick veneer, best design, highly ornamental exterior

Typically best variety type, good acoustic, vinyl tile and carpet

Good departmental lighting, good pharmacy and convenience foods

Package A.C.



Low Steel panels, finished interior, small front, little trim


Adequate lighting, plumb. and pharmacy, small employees’ restroom

Package A.C

512 Luxury Boutique

These are one- or two-story buildings designed for upscale retail sales and display. They usually have very high cost display and/or decorative fronts. This occupancy includes small stores generally with limited merchandise lines or specialty shops designed to cater to a select clientele.



The stores are usually designed with designated areas for servicing customers, employee operations, merchandise storage, display areas, office and restroom facilities, all with expensive exterior and interior finishes and special lighting.

The following are related occupancies: 353 Retail Store 318 Department Store 319 Discount Store 533 Warehouse Food Store 534 Warehouse Showroom Store 700 Mall Anchor Department Store

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs, trade fixtures and equipment.




Typical Lives: Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 55 55 50 45 -- -- -- -- -- Average 55 55 50 45 -- -- -- -- -- Good 60 60 55 50 -- -- -- -- -- Excellent

60 60 55 50 -- -- -- -- --


Class A (Fireproof Structural Steel Frame):


Average Brick or concrete, high-cost metal, stone and display fronts

Plaster, acoustic plaster, ornamental detail, custom carpet, parquet, vinyl



Good Best cut stone, face brick, metals, fine marble and display front

Best plaster and paneling, highly ornamental, stone, carpet, fine woods



Occupancy Reference


Class B (Reinforced Concrete Frame):


Average Brick or concrete, high-cost metal, stone and display fronts

Plaster, acoustic plaster, ornamental detail, custom carpet, parquet, vinyl



Good Best cut stone, face brick, metals, fine marble and display front

Best plaster and paneling, highly ornamental, stone, carpet, fine woods





Low Face brick, stone trim, best metal, tile, some custom sash fronts

Plaster, good detail, custom ceiling, wall and floor finishes

Top quality standard fixtures, electrical and plumbing

Heat pump system

Average Fine brick, cut stone and trim, special site-built custom sash

Good plaster, ornamental detail, marble, custom carpet, parquet, vinyl

Some special fixtures, good restrooms


Good Custom marble, face brick, metal, fine ornamentation and displays

Best plaster, ornamental ceilings, paneling, stone, carpet, fine woods

Special lighting effects, deluxe restrooms and fixtures




Low Best siding, stucco, marble trim, best metal, tile, some custom sash

Plaster, good detail, custom ceiling, wall and floor finishes


Heat pump system

Average Fine masonry veneer and trims, special site-built sash and entries

Good plaster, ornamental detail, marble, custom carpet, parquet, vinyl

Some special fixtures, good restrooms





Good Custom face brick or stone veneer, fine ornamentation and displays

Best plaster, ornamental ceilings, paneling, stone, carpet, fine woods

Special lighting effects, deluxe restrooms and fixtures


514 Community Center

These buildings are complete municipal multi-sport recreational complexes distinguished by large gymnasium/auditorium-type structures. These multipurpose buildings will include gym-basketball, handball-racquetball, bowling and other sport courts, rinks, varied swimming-natatorium facilities, running tracks, as well as exercise, craft, game and other social-multipurpose exercise rooms. The number of varied amenities and support facilities (locker room, sauna, snack bars, etc.) will vary with the quality level. Equipment and trade fixtures associated with these amenities are not included.

The following are related occupancies: 311 Clubhouse 323 Fraternal Building 985 Senior Clubhouse Center





Occupancy Reference






Meeting and activity rooms, gym or rink, sports courts, municipal pools

Adequate lighting & plumbing, locker rooms, catering kitchen

Heat pump system

Good Heavy frame, best masonry walls, good entrance and lobby

Good main court, rink, pools, viewing and food facilities, many extras

Good lighting and outlets, good plumbing, extra features, spa




Low Light frame, block or tilt-up, very plain, small entrance

Sports flooring, main gym or rink only, few extra activities

Minimum sports lighting & plumbing, small kitchen

Package A.C.

Average Light frame, block or tilt-up, good entrance and lobby

Sports flooring, some tile, main gym or rink, single pool or sports courts

Adequate sports lighting & plumbing, lockers, kitchen

Package A.C.

Good Steel or Glulam trusses or girders, brick, block or tilt-up, good trim


Good lighting & plumbing, locker rooms, catering kitchen

Heat pump system

Excellent Steel columns and girders, face brick, best ornamental block


Best lighting and outlets, good plumbing, extra features, spa




Low Light frame, siding or stucco, very plain, small entrance



Package A.C.




Average Light frame, siding or stucco, good entrance and lobby



Package A.C.

Good Heavy frame, trusses or girders, good stucco or siding and trim



Heat pump system

Excellent Steel or Glulam frame, trusses and girders, brick veneer, best stucco


Best lighting and outlets, good plumbing, extra features, spa




Low Metal panels, finished interior, small entrance



Package A.C.

Average Good metal panels, front and lobby, some trim



Package A.C.

Good Insulated sandwich panels, good entrance and trim



Heat pump system

515 Casino

These buildings are designed mainly for gaming and entertainment, and include bars and lounges, showrooms, retail and food service facilities commensurate with the quality level.

The costs include security and sound system, with better qualities having special lighting, stages, separate parlor and betting rooms, and restaurants.

The following are not included in the costs: Gaming or food service equipment.



Occupancy Reference







Low Low-cost block, tilt-up

Very plain, VCT, carpet, few extras


Heat pump sys.

Average Block, concrete panels, some trim, good entry

Drywall, vinyl, carpet, pavers, some lounge, betting rooms, coffee shop

Adequate lighting & plumbing, security system, bar and kitchen


Good Face brick, concrete and glass panels, good architecture, entry

Good gaming floor, betting, lounge and food areas, some good ornament

Good lighting and security system, good plumbing, food services


Very Good

Good architecture and trim, steel frame, best masonry

Central gaming, restaurants, retail, show, betting and meeting rooms

Special lighting and show sound system, good plumbing, security




Low Low-cost stucco or siding, very plain, low-cost entry

Drywall, some acoustic, VCT, carpet, few rooms or extras

Minimum lighting & plumbing, limited lounge and food prep.

Heat pump system

Average Good stucco or siding, some trim, good entry







Good Brick veneer, best stucco, EIFS, siding, good trim, ornamental front

Good gaming floor, betting, lounge and food areas, some good ornament

Good lighting and security system, good plumbing, food services




Low Metal panels, very plain

Drywall, VCT, carpet, few extras


Heat pump sys.

Average Metal sandwich panels, some trim, good entry




516 Fellowship Hall

These church buildings are designed as multipurpose structures for recreation and social gatherings and include gymnasium-type flooring, stages, kitchens, and other miscellaneous rooms commensurate with the quality.

This occupancy includes recreation lighting and sound systems consistent with the overall quality of the building.

The following are not included in the costs: Recreation, kitchen, seating, tables, or any other church equipment.

For church sanctuaries, use occupancy 309 (Church).


For church greeting rooms, use occupancy 517 (Narthex/Foyer)




Occupancy Reference








Adequate lighting & plumbing, kitchen, some extras

Package A.C.

Good Face brick, stone, concrete or metal panels, good trim


Good fluorescent fixtures, good plumbing and kitchen






Minimum recreation lighting & plumbing

Space heaters


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl, carpet or hardwood, small stage area

Adequate lighting & plumbing, small kitchen, some extras

Forced air




Package A.C.

Excellent Steel frame, best masonry walls, good trim

Plaster, acoustic tile, good wood athletic floor, stage, good detail







Lowest Light frame, stucco or siding, very plain



Space heaters


Drywall, acoustic tile, asphalt tile, some carpet


Space heaters


Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl, carpet or hardwood, small stage area


Forced air




Package A.C.






Space heaters

Low Pole frame, metal panels, finished inside, insulated, little trim

Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, asphalt tile, some carpet


Space heaters


Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., carpet or hardwood, small stage area


Forced air






Space heaters

Occupancy Reference



Low Pre-engineered, finished interior, insulated, little trim

Painted walls, acoustic tile or drywall ceilings, asphalt tile, some carpet


Space heaters


Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp., carpet or hardwood, small stage area


Forced air




Package A.C.

517 Narthex/Foyer

These structures are greeting rooms that usually abut or lie between the church sanctuary and fellowship facilities. The better qualities may include special lighting, sound systems and some stained glass windows consistent with the overall quality of the building.

The following are not included in the costs: Church equipment.

For church sanctuaries, use occupancy 309 (Church).


For church recreation/meeting halls, use occupancy 516 (Fellowship Hall)










Average Concrete, metal and glass, small entry, stone trim



Package A.C.

Good Stone, good curtain walls, good entrance and trim


Good lighting, sound system, good plumbing


Excellent Fine masonry and doors, special architecture and trim


Special lighting, good sound system and plumbing




Low Low-cost siding or block, very plain

Painted masonry or drywall, plywood trim, asphalt tile, very plain

Minimum lighting and sound

Forced air

Average Good siding or block, stone trim, small entry

Drywall, vinyl composition tile, little ornamental detail


Package A.C.

Good Masonry veneer or brick, stone trim, good entrance and architecture

Good plaster and detail, vinyl tile, carpeting, terrazzo

Good lighting & plumbing, sound system


Excellent Fine masonry and doors, special architecture and trim

Finest plaster and fine wood detail, carpeting, marble, vinyl tile

Special lighting, good sound system and plumbing


Occupancy Reference


518 Greenhouse Lath Shade House

These light buildings are designed as shade houses for various plants and vegetables. They have spaced lath walls and roof, and include some gravel flooring and concrete walks. Costs include some minimum electrical outlets and hose bibs.

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial land Agricultural Estimators:

134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 170 Greenhouse, Institutional, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 171 Greenhouse, Institutional, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 172 Greenhouse, Institutional, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 519 Greenhouse, Shade Shelter 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet)









Average Wood skeleton frame, spaced wood lath

Gravel, some concrete walks

Equipment outlets and hose bibs

None





Average Metal skeleton frame, spaced aluminum lath

Gravel, some concrete walks

Equipment outlets and hose bibs

None

519 Greenhouse Shade Shelter

These light structures are open (non-walled) shelters designed as sunshades for various plants and vegetables. They have shade netting roofs on either wood posts or steel pipe column and cable supports. The floor is dirt and there is minimum hose bibs and no electrical. The better qualities will have light pipe or post girders instead of cable and some gravel floor covering.

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 170 Greenhouse, Institutional, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 171 Greenhouse, Institutional, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 172 Greenhouse, Institutional, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse, Lath Shade House 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet)






Occupancy Reference





Low No walls, wood posts and cable, flat shade netting roof

Dirt floor Hose bibs only None

Average Light wood posts and girders, shade netting cover

Some gravel No electrical, hose bibs only

None



Low No walls, steel pipe and cable, flat shade netting roof

Dirt floor Hose bibs only None

Average Light pipe columns and girders, shade netting cover

Some gravel No electrical, hose bibs only

None

520 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop (Obsolete)

This occupancy is obsolete. Use one of the following occupancies available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators instead:

134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet)

These greenhouse buildings have modified semicircular (hoop) shape roofs with straight knee wall sides. They are used to regulate the climate conditions for germination and growing various plants and vegetables. Frames are light arch-rib wood (Class D) or steel pipe or tube hoops (Class S) with various translucent covers. The lowest qualities have only polyethylene cover, with fiberglass coverings at average quality. The better quality structures have good quality polycarbonate or acrylic covers and good quality vents. The floors are light concrete, gravel or dirt at the lower qualities. Costs include some electrical and water service commensurate with the quality.


The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators:



135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse Lath Shade House 519 Greenhouse Shade Shelter






521 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib (Obsolete)


135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-Rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet)

These greenhouse buildings have semicircular (hoop) shape roofs that curve to the ground to form the sides. They are used to regulate the climate conditions for germination and growing various plants and vegetables. Frames are light arch-rib wood (Class D) or steel pipe or tube hoops (Class S) with various translucent covers. The lowest qualities have only polyethylene cover, with fiberglass coverings at average quality. The better quality structures have good quality polycarbonate or acrylic covers and good quality vents. The floors are light concrete, gravel or dirt at the lower qualities. Costs include some electrical and water service commensurate with the quality.


Occupancy Reference


The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse Lath Shade House 519 Greenhouse Shade Shelter






522 Greenhouse, Straight Wall (Obsolete)


136 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 142 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 139 Greenhouse, Straight Wall, Large (over 9,000 square feet)

These greenhouse buildings have straight walls with gable roofs. They are used to regulate the climate conditions for germination and growing various plants and vegetables. Frames are light wood posts (Class D) or steel pipe or tube assemblies (Class S) with various translucent covers. The lowest qualities have only polyethylene cover, with glass or fiberglass coverings at average quality. The better quality structures have good quality polycarbonate or acrylic covers and good quality vents. The floors are light concrete, gravel or dirt at the lower qualities. Costs include some electrical and water service commensurate with the quality.




The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 134 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 140 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 137 Greenhouse, Modified Hoop, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 135 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Small (under 4,500 square feet) 141 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Medium (4,500 - 9,000 square feet) 138 Greenhouse, Hoop, Arch-rib, Large (over 9,000 square feet) 518 Greenhouse Lath Shade House 519 Greenhouse Shade Shelter






523 Golf Cart Storage Building

These buildings are designed for the storage of golf carts. They have some unfinished partitioned shop-office areas with minimum cabinets, lighting, and plumbing.

The following is not included in the costs: Battery-charging equipment.





Occupancy Reference





Good Decorative block, brick or stucco, some ornamentation

Unfinished, concrete floor, good shop area


Space heaters

Excellent Good masonry, some special architecture and trim

Concrete floor, vinyl composition, finished shop, office, storage area


Space heaters



Average Open wood frame, exposed siding or stucco, overhead doors

Unfinished, concrete or asphalt floor, some shop area

Adequate electrical and water service, few fixtures

Space heaters

Good Masonry veneer, good siding or stucco, some ornamentation



Space heaters

Excellent E.I.F.S., face brick or stone veneer, some special architecture and trim

Concrete floor, vinyl composition, finished shop, office, storage area


Space heaters



Average Pre-engineered pole frame, metal siding, overhead doors



Space heaters

Good Good pole frame, colored siding, some ornamentation



Space heaters





Average Pre-engineered frame, metal siding, overhead doors



Space heaters

Good Good frame, colored siding, some ornamentation



Space heaters



Average Pre-engineered slant frame, metal siding, overhead doors



Space heaters

524 Corn Crib Building

Corn crib buildings are averages of several types of buildings for the dry storage of corn on the cob. The cost includes a concrete slab or wood plank floor. Walls are wire mesh on a wood skeleton frame at the lower qualities. The better qualities will have walls composed of wood spaced boards. There is no electrical or water service.

To price in more detail using the Agricultural Estimator, use the following occupancies: 107 Corn Crib, Spaced Board 108 Corn Crib, Wire Mesh





Occupancy Reference





Average Wood skeleton frame, spaced boards


None None

525 Mini Warehouse, High Rise

High rise mini warehouses are multistory warehouses subdivided into cubicles of generally small size, designed primarily to be rented for small or non-commercial storage and will include some office-living space at the better qualities. The density of storage cubicles and ancillary support facilities will influence your cost level choice.








Average Brick, block, concrete, some metal and glass

Subdivided cubicles, good security partitions, office/apartment

Good outlets and lighting, minimum plumbing

Ventilation





Average Block, tilt-up, some metal and glass trim

Subdivided into cubicles, mixed sizes, unfinished slab, adequate office

Adequate electrical service, minimum plumbing

Ventilation

Good Brick, block or tilt-up, metal and glass, good trim



Ventilation



Good Brick veneer, stucco, EIFS, metal and glass trim



Ventilation



Good Pre-engineered frame, good sandwich panels



Ventilation

526 Service Garage Shed

Service garage sheds are buildings designed primarily for vehicular repair and maintenance. These buildings are characterized by their low cost open fronts (no doors), unfinished interiors, concrete or asphalt floors, and adequate lighting and outlets. These buildings are typically found in car dealerships and large fleet operations.

Some shop cabinets and workspace is included in the better qualities. Service equipment and hoists are not included in the costs.



Occupancy Reference








Low End walls only, concrete block, shed or flat roof



None

Average Open front, tilt-up, block, steel or wood truss, average cover



None

Good Open front, block or low-cost brick, good roof



Space heaters



Low End walls only, low-cost siding on wood pole frame



None

Average Open front, metal or board on light pole frame



None

Good Open front, good metal siding on pole frame



Space heaters





Low End walls only, low-cost siding on steel frame



None

Average Open front, enameled siding on light frame



None

Good Open front, good metal and steel frame



Space heaters

527 Municipal Service Garage

Municipal Service Garages or large fleet complexes include many subdivisions for offices, stores and shops to support major vehicular maintenance and repair facilities. Exterior walls will have some office fenestration and numerous openings for overhead doors.

The following are not included in the costs: Service equipment and hoists.





Occupancy Reference





Average Steel, concrete or glulam frame, masonry curtain or bearing walls

Finished office, painted walls, some partitions, supply areas and shops

Adequate lighting and service outlets, adequate restrooms

Forced air

Good Steel or concrete frame, brick, or concrete panels

Some good offices and interior finish, supply rooms and shops

Good electrical, lighting and service outlets, good restrooms

Package A.C.

Excellent Good masonry, concrete, glazed tile, ornamentation, heavy frame

Plaster, acoustic tile, finished floors, good offices, shops, supply rooms


Package A.C.



Average Stucco or brick veneer, some frame or bearing, finished interior

Finished office, some partitions, supply areas and shops


Forced air



Average Sandwich panels or metal with interior finish

Partially finished, finished office area, some partitions, supply and shop areas


Forced air


Some good offices and interior finish, supply rooms and shops


Package A.C.

Excellent Good sandwich panels, some ornamentation, heavy frame

Finished walls & floor, acoustic tile, good offices, shops, supply rooms


Package A.C.



528 Service Repair Garage

Service garages are buildings designed primarily for vehicular repair and maintenance. They can consist of all classes of construction and include small office areas. The size or amount of office area is commensurate with the overall quality. Exterior walls generally have some large openings for overhead doors and minimal fenestration.

Service equipment and hoists are not included in the costs.








Average Brick, reinforced concrete, good fenestration

Some plaster and glazed surfaces, offices, masonry partitions

Good level of lighting, adequate plumbing

Space heaters



Low Light masonry bearing walls, light rafters

Unfinished, small partitioned office area, concrete floor


Space heaters

Average Masonry bearing walls with pilasters, light trusses

Unfinished, small finished office area, some supply area

Adequate lighting and service outlets, small restroom

Space heaters

Occupancy Reference



Good Steel, concrete or glulam frame, masonry curtain or bearing walls

Finished office, painted walls, some partitions


Space heaters

Excellent Steel or concrete frame, brick, decorative block or concrete panels

Some good offices and supply rooms, good fleet-municipal type


Forced air



Low Cheap frame, stucco or siding

Unfinished, small office area, concrete floor


Space heaters

Average Light wood frame, siding or stucco



Space heaters

Good Wood frame, good siding, brick veneer or stucco and fenestration

Partially finished, finished office area, some partitions


Space heaters



Low Pole frame and truss, metal siding

Small partitioned office area, concrete floor, utility type


Space heaters

Average Pole frame, metal siding, lined and insulated

Small finished office area, some supply area


Space heaters



Low Light, Pre-engineered, utility-type building

Unfinished, small office area, concrete floor


Space heaters




Average Single wall with some interior finish



Space heaters

Good Sandwich panels or metal with interior finish

Partially finished, finished office area, some partitions


Space heaters

529 Snack Bar

These structures have no seating area and include the very marginal seasonal camp-type facility to the best municipal structure with completely finished food preparation area. The basic snack bar cost includes normal overhangs commensurate with the quality, but not large canopies. The lower qualities are built to minimum building and health codes.

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies, kitchen or seating equipment and signs.








Lowest Low-cost block Unfinished interior, open counter and storage

Minimum fixtures None



Minimum code None

Occupancy Reference



Average Concrete block, bearing walls, little trim



Space heaters

Good Standard block, concrete panels, some trim

Enameled walls, some wainscot, finished ceiling, good concrete floor

Good lighting, service outlets and plumbing, some extra fixtures

Wall furnace

Excellent Decorative block and trim, heavy structure, glass or security shutters

Finished interior, good tile or glazed surfaces, best municipal facility


Evaporative cooling



Lowest Box frame, plywood, boards

Unfinished interior, open counter and storage




Minimum code None

Average Wood frame, stucco or siding, little trim



Space heaters

Good Stud frame, good stucco or siding, brick veneer

Enameled walls, some wainscot, finished ceiling, good concrete floor

Good lighting, service outlets and plumbing, some extra fixtures

Wall furnace

Excellent Brick veneer, best stucco or siding, glass or security shutters

Finished interior, good tile or glazed surfaces, best municipal facility


Evaporative cooling









Low Pole frame, metal panels, finished inside


Minimum code None




Space heaters






Low Pre-engineered, metal panels, finished inside


Minimum code None

Average Good metal panels, lined, Pre-engineered frame, little trim



Space heaters

530 Cafeteria

These structures will have large, open dining rooms for self-service of large groups. They include commercial as well as institutional facilities with a combination of the following areas: Consumption, production, serving, receiving and storage, sanitation, and restrooms. They include all necessary plumbing and electrical connections for kitchen equipment.

Since cafeterias have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, kitchen equipment, restaurant fixtures and signs.




Occupancy Reference







Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, ceramic, rubber or vinyl composition tile


Complete HVAC.

Good Concrete, metal/glass, or masonry panels, usually part of a building

Plaster with enamel and vinyl, carpet and vinyl flooring, decorated interior

Good lighting and outlets, good plumbing and restrooms

Complete HVAC.



Low Cheap brick or block, very plain, small entry

Low-cost food service, minimum dining hall finish, asphalt tile



Average Brick, block, tilt-up, plain building and front



Complete HVAC.

Good Brick, concrete or metal and glass panels, some ornamentation

Typical institutional or chain cafeteria, vinyl and ceramic floors

Good lighting and service outlets, tiled preparation and restrooms

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Individual design, brick, good metal and glass, ornamentation

Best corporate or chain cafeterias, carpeted dining room, terrazzo


Complete HVAC.





Low Cheap stucco or siding, very plain construction, small entry




Average Stucco or siding, plain building and front



Complete HVAC.




Complete HVAC.

Excellent Individual design, brick veneer, good metal and glass, ornamentation

Best corporate or chain cafeterias, carpeted dining room, terrazzo

Good fixtures, good restrooms w/good-quality fixtures and tile

Complete HVAC.



Low Pole frame, good metal panels, lined and insulated, plain entry






Low Finished interior, very plain construction, small entry





Typical neighborhood restaurant, vinyl comp., some ceramic or pavers


Complete HVAC.

Occupancy Reference






Complete HVAC.

531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store

Mini-mart food stores are very small convenience outlets, typically 1,000 to 2,000 square feet, that cater primarily to a transient trade for self-service snack foods and beverages. The better stores will have public restrooms and limited hot or deli food preparation and service areas. Lower qualities are minimum code throughout.

For prefabricated food booths, use occupancy 465 (Food Booth, Prefabricated).


The following are related occupancies: 340 Market 419 Convenience Market 446 Supermarket 533 Warehouse Food Store 586 Roadside Market










Low Minimum block, small front



Package A.C.


Typical food booth, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, adequate support


Package A.C.

Good Brick, best block, stucco, good front and ornamentation

Good acoustic, ceramic tile, security partitioning, some snack prep. area

Good lighting and outlets, public restrooms, standard fixtures

Package A.C.

Excellent Decorative block, brick, good glass entrance

Good drywall, acoustic tile, good pavers, limited food prep. area

Good lighting, good fixtures and plumbing, tiled restrooms

Package A.C.






Package A.C.




Package A.C.




Package A.C.



Low Pole frame, metal, lined, low-cost sash and fascia

Minimum finish and partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Minimum code, display wiring and plumbing

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Low Metal panels, glass, lined interior

Minimum booth finish and partitions


Package A.C.

Average Good panels, small front, some trim or mansard



Package A.C.

Good Good enameled prefinished steel, good front, masonry trim



Package A.C.

Excellent Best metal panels, trim, good glass entrance

Good drywall, acoustic tile, good pavers, limited food prep. area

Good lighting, good fixtures and plumbing, tiled restrooms

Package A.C.

532 Florist Shop

These structures are convenience stores for the sale of cut flowers, with the better stores containing finished display areas for other gift merchandise.

The following are not included in the costs: Display cases, coolers and other trade fixtures.











Drywall or plaster, good acoustic, some vinyl tile and carpet





Low Minimum block or cheap brick, low-cost front

Painted exterior walls, minimum finish, sealed concrete


Space heaters


Acoustic tile, some vinyl composition, sundry display area


Forced air

Good Brick, best block, stucco, good storefront and ornamentation


Good lighting and outlets, standard fixtures

Package A.C.

Excellent Individual design, highly ornamental storefront

Plaster, acoustic tile, some terrazzo, carpet or vinyl, good trim


Package A.C.




Drywall, few partitions, sealed slab


Space heaters


Acoustic tile, vinyl composition, sundry display area


Forced air




Package A.C.

Excellent Individual design, highly ornamental storefront

Plaster, acoustic tile, some terrazzo, carpet or vinyl, good trim


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Low Pole frame, metal, lined

Minimum finish and partitions, sealed concrete


Space heaters



Low Steel panels, partly finished interior

Minimum finish and partitions, sealed concrete


Space heaters

533 Warehouse Food Store

These structures are large markets of warehouse construction offering limited perishable products, excluding any built-in coolers or refrigerated storage. The better qualities will merge into the market occupancy, with a number of finished major product departments, but excluding any storage-display walk-in boxes. The better qualities will also have partitioned offices. Low quality structures are unfinished shell types with minimum code throughout.

The following are other market occupancies: 340 Market 419 Convenience Market 446 Supermarket 531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store 586 Roadside Market











Low Cheap block or tilt-up, light panelized roof

Unfinished, shell type, few partitions, sealed concrete floor

Minimum food store lighting & plumbing, small restrooms

Space heaters

Average Average block or tilt-up, open pipe or wood columns

Painted walls, some partitions, office area, some vinyl composition


Forced air

Good Brick, block, tilt-up, open frame, plain fronts

Plaster or drywall, partitioned offices, finished ceilings, vinyl composition

Good lighting, plumbing for frozen food, snack bar, etc.

Package A.C.



Low Siding on box frame or studs, very plain



Space heaters

Average Stucco or siding, open frame, small front



Forced air

Good Stucco or siding, open frame, plain fronts



Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Low Metal panels on light pole frame, very plain



Space heaters



Low Single wall on light frame, very plain



Space heaters

Average Pre-engineered frame and siding, small front



Forced air

Good Steel frame, sandwich panels, plain fronts



Package A.C.

534 Warehouse Showroom Store

These structures are typical of the large walk-through furniture outlets with a semi-finished showroom and large carryout warehouse as one complete facility. Low quality structures are unfinished shell types with minimum code throughout. Better qualities have partitioned offices.

The following are related occupancies: 318 Department Store 319 Discount Store 353 Retail Store 458 Warehouse Discount Store 700 Mall Anchor Department Store











Low Cheap block or tilt-up, light panelized roof

Unfinished, shell type, few partitions, concrete floor, little display finish


Space heaters

Average Average block or tilt-up, open pipe or wood columns

Painted walls, some partitions, office area, vinyl composition, sales cubicles

Display, warehouse and office lighting, small restrooms

Forced air

Good Brick, block, tilt-up, open frame, small front, some trim

Plaster or drywall, partitioned offices, finished showroom ceilings and floors

Good display and office lighting, adequate restrooms

Package A.C.



Low Siding on box frame or studs, very plain



Space heaters

Average Stucco or siding, open frame, plain front



Forced air

Good Stucco or siding, open frame, small front, some trim



Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Low Metal panels on light pole frame, very plain, some lining



Space heaters



Low Single wall on light frame, very plain, some lining



Space heaters

Average Pre-engineered frame and siding, plain front



Forced air

Good Steel frame, sandwich panels, small front, some trim



Package A.C.

537 Lodge

Lodges are generally of rustic design with multiple sleeping units and lobby with some additional plumbing and kitchen facilities for the additional unrelated number of guests. The better qualities will include large formal dining and meeting rooms with one or more baths per guestroom.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, built-in appliances, balconies or porches.










Lowest Cheap block or brick, composition roof, low-cost sash

Painted block, few partitions, asphalt tile on slab or softwood

Minimum, common baths


Low Block or brick, asphalt shingle roof, few windows

Drywall, exposed block, vinyl composition tile, cheap hardwood


Wall furnace

Fair Adobe, block or brick, standard sash, asphalt shingle or built-up roof

Drywall or tinted plaster, carpet, vinyl composition tile, good softwood

Adequate standard lighting & plumbing

Electric baseboard

Average Brick or block, local field stone, wood or good asphalt shingle, elastomeric

Plaster or drywall, hardwood, vinyl composition, average carpet

Adequate lighting & plumbing for each sleeping room

Forced air

Good Adobe, brick or good block and stucco, shakes or wood shingles


Good lighting and outlets, one full bathroom per guestroom

Package A.C.

Very Good

Good adobe, stone, shakes or concrete tile roof on good structure



Heat pump system

Excellent Best adobe, cut stone, heavy roof structure, shakes, tile, slate

Plaster, ornamental detail, fine carpet, stone, parquet or plank

Some special fixtures, more than one bath per guestroom

Warm and cool air

Occupancy Reference




Lowest Box frame or light studs, low-cost boards/siding, windows, composition roof




Low Low-cost log or siding, asphalt shingle roof, few windows



Wall furnace


Drywall or plaster, carpet, vinyl composition tile, good softwood

Adequate standard lighting & plumbing

Electric baseboard

Average Log, stucco or siding, some trim, wood or good asphalt shingles


Adequate lighting & plumbing for each sleeping room

Forced air

Good Good siding or log, light shakes or good shingles


Good lighting and outlets, one full bath per guestroom

Package A.C.

Very Good

Select logs, best siding, brick or stone trim, good shakes

Very good logs or plaster and detail, good quality carpet or hardwood


Heat pump system

Excellent Half-timber, stone trim, rustic log, heavy rafters, slate, shakes

Plaster, logs, ornamental detail, fine carpet, stone, parquet or plank

Some special fixtures, more than one bath per guestroom

Warm and cool air

538 Guest Cottage

These cottages or cabins are individual sleeping bungalows without kitchen facilities. The lowest qualities are camp facilities without plumbing, while the best resort types will contain luxury bathroom suites.

The following are related occupancies: 537 Lodge 343 Motel 544 Motel, Office-Apartment



594 Hotel, Full Service 595 Hotel, Limited Service



Availability: Commercial Estimator only.






Gypsum board and paint, asphalt tile, cheap hardwood

Minimum standard lighting and plumbing, low-cost fixtures

Wall furnace

Fair Block or brick, cheap fieldstone, asphalt shingles or built-up rock

Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition tile, few partitions

Standard bathroom fixtures

Electric baseboard

Average Brick, stucco on block, little trim, wood or good composition shingles


Adequate lighting and plumbing, one bath, standard fixtures

Forced air

Good Adobe, brick, some trim or good stucco, good roof and fenestration

Plaster or gypsum board, paint, paper, hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet

Good lighting and plumbing, one bath, some extras

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, stone, best windows, heavy roof, tile, slate, metal


Best lighting and plumbing, one bath per sleeping room

Package A.C.

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Lowest Box frame or light studs, screening or cheap siding, windows, composition roof


Minimum electrical, no plumbing, seasonal use

None

Low Stucco or siding, asphalt shingle roof, few windows

Drywall, vinyl composition tile, cheap hardwood

Minimum standard lighting and plumbing, low-cost fixtures

Wall furnace

Fair Stucco or siding, standard sash, asphalt shingles or built-up

Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition tile, few partitions

Adequate standard lighting and bathroom fixtures

Electric baseboard

Average Stucco or siding, some trim, wood or good composition shingles


Adequate lighting and plumbing, one bath, standard fixtures

Forced air

Good Siding, log or brick veneer, some ornamentation, good fenestration

Plaster or gypsum board, paint, paper, hardwood, vinyl composition, carpet

Good lighting and plumbing, one bath, some extras

Package A.C.

Excellent Best brick veneer, good stone trim, heavy roof, tile, slate, metal


Best lighting and plumbing, one bath per sleeping room

Package A.C.

539 Bed and Breakfast Inn

These residential-type buildings are designed for transient boarding and are more family in character than lodges or motels.



Availability: Commercial Estimator only.







Low Concrete block and stucco, very plain, residential sash

Drywall, some carpet, asphalt tile, limited common area

Minimum quantity and quality, small residential kitchen

Electric baseboard

Average Brick or block, some trim and entrance ornamentation

Plaster or drywall carpet, hardwood, vinyl composition, good dining area

Adequate lighting and plumbing, one bath per two bedrooms

Forced air

Good Face brick, stucco, stone trim, good windows and architecture



Package A.C.




Heat pump system



Low Stucco or siding, very plain, residential sash

Drywall, some carpet, asphalt tile, limited common area

Minimum quantity and quality, small residential kitchen

Electric baseboard

Average Brick veneer, good stucco or siding, some trim and entry ornament

Drywall, carpet, hardwood, vinyl composition, good dining area

Adequate lighting and plumbing, one bath per two bedrooms

Forced air

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Package A.C.




Heat pump system


These buildings are two stories with back-to-back sleeping units and no kitchens. Costs are for the guest sleeping rooms only. Add for office facilities using occupancy 544 (Motel Office-Apartment).











Low Concrete block, residential sash

Painted walls, carpet, asphalt tile


Wall furnace





Painted block, drywall, few extras, carpet, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting & plumbing, TV circuits, average fixtures


Good Brick and stone trim, large window areas, typical large chain motel

Plaster/drywall and paint, good carpet, some built-in extras

Good standard lighting & plumbing fixtures, TV circuits

Warm and cool air


Plaster and vinyl finishes, good carpet and built-in luxury items








Low Siding or stucco, residential sash

Drywall, carpet, asphalt tile


Wall furnace


Drywall or plaster, few extras, carpet, vinyl composition






Warm and cool air








Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition



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541 Motel Room, 2 Story, Single Row

These buildings are two stories with a single row of sleeping units and no kitchens. Costs are for the guest sleeping rooms only. Add for office facilities using occupancy 544 (Motel Office-Apartment).














Wall furnace








Warm and cool air















Wall furnace








Warm and cool air












These buildings are one story with back-to-back sleeping units and no kitchens. Costs are for the guest sleeping rooms only. Add for office facilities using occupancy 544 (Motel Office-Apartment).




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543 Motel Room, 1 Story, Single Row

These buildings are one story with a single row of sleeping units and no kitchens. Costs are for the guest sleeping rooms only. Add for office facilities using occupancy 544 (Motel Office-Apartment).





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Warm and cool air













Wall furnace








Warm and cool air














544 Office-Apartment (Motel)

This occupancy should used in conjunction with the motel room or independently as typically encountered in mobile home parks, mini-warehouse developments, etc. It includes basic office lobby and living quarters commensurate with the quality level.

Costs do not include built-in appliances or fireplaces.





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Lowest Inexpensive block, small entry, little glass or trim

Registration office only, low-cost counters, vinyl composition

Minimum office lighting, outlets and plumbing


Low Block or cheap brick, low-cost roof, sash and office entrance

Gypsum board and paint, asphalt tile, low-cost cabinets, living quarters

Minimum, low-cost fixtures and residence plumbing

Wall furnace

Average Common brick or block, little ornamentation, commercial front

Painted block, drywall, few extras, carpet, VCT, adequate apartment

Adequate lighting & plumbing, average residence fixtures

Forced air

Good Brick and stone trim, large glass areas, good lobby entry

Plaster/drywall and paint, good carpet, some built-in extras, laundry

Good standard lighting and apartment plumbing fixtures

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, stone, metal and glass panels, highly decorative lobby

Plaster and vinyl finishes, good carpet and common area items

Good lighting, many outlets, good plumbing, public restrooms

Warm and cool air



Lowest Stucco or siding, plain entry

Minimum office only, see “cheap” above



Low Siding or stucco, low-cost roof, sash and office entrance

Gypsum board and paint, asphalt tile, low-cost cabinets, living quarters

Minimum, low-cost fixtures and residence plumbing

Wall furnace

Average Good stucco and siding, little ornamentation, commercial front

Drywall or plaster, few extras, carpet, vinyl composition, adequate apartment


Forced air




Good Brick and stone trim, large glass areas, good lobby entry

Plaster/drywall and paint, good carpet, some built-in extras, laundry

Good standard lighting and apartment plumbing fixtures

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, stone veneer, metal and glass panels, highly decorative lobby

Plaster and vinyl finishes, good carpet and common area items

Good lighting, many outlets, good plumbing, public restrooms

Warm and cool air



Average Insulated panels, some ornamentation, commercial front

Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition, few extras, adequate apartment


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546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit

This occupancy is designed for an individual unit of a low-rise, three story and under building, which has a number of one-family units. The primary characteristic of this occupancy is that the one-family units share one common wall with another unit in the group. Front, rear and one side elevation will have exposed exterior walls.



The following are not included in the costs: Appliances, fireplaces, exterior balconies and common areas such as separate recreational and service facilities, pools, and paving, etc.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit

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775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit









Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition, minimum handicap units

Standard fixtures, few extra activity facilities

Forced air



Adequate lighting and plumbing, standard fixtures, call system

Package A.C.




Heat pump system



Best lighting and plumbing, one bath per bedroom, alarm system

Warm and cool air








Forced air




Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Excellent Best stucco or siding, brick or stone trim, heavy roof, tile, slate, metal



Warm and cool air

547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit

This occupancy is designed for an individual unit of a low-rise, three story and under building, which has a number of one-family units. The primary characteristic of this occupancy is that the one-family unit shares common walls with two other units. Generally only the front and rear elevations will have exposed exterior walls.



The following are not included in the costs: Appliances, fireplaces, exterior balconies and common areas such as separate recreational and service facilities, pools, paving, etc.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit

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550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit











Forced air




Package A.C.




Heat pump system




Warm and cool air








Forced air




Package A.C.




Heat pump system




Warm and cool air

548 Urban Row House, Detached

This occupancy is usually an individually built low-rise, three story and under structure, with adjacent units not sharing common structural systems (i.e., roof, foundation, etc.). This type of row house has finished side walls, or blind walls, between residences, and has both side walls exposed with exterior finish and some fenestration on the side walls.


Enter the floor area, shape and number of stories entries are for the individual building unit.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit 179 High Rise Town House, Detached 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit

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547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit














Forced air




Package A.C.




Warm and cool air











Forced air




Package A.C.




Warm and cool air

Class M (Mill Type)





Hot water




Hot water




Hot water

549 Urban Row House (End Unit)

This occupancy is usually an individually built low-rise, three story and under structure, with adjacent units not sharing common structural systems (i.e., roof, foundation, etc.). This type of row house has finished side walls, or blind walls, between residences, and is constructed on a corner or at the end of an urban row, having one exposed side wall and one blind side wall.

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The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit 179 High Rise Town House, Detached 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit

















Forced air




Package A.C.




Warm and cool air









Forced air




Package A.C.




Warm and cool air

Class M (Mill Type)





Hot water

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Hot water




Hot water

550 Urban Row House (Inside Unit)

This occupancy is usually an individually built low-rise, three story and under structure, with adjacent units not sharing common structural systems (i.e., roof, foundation, etc.). This type of row house has finished side walls, or blind walls, between residences, and is constructed between other urban row houses, having unexposed side walls.




The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 177 High Rise Town House, End Unit 178 High Rise Town House, Inside Unit 179 High Rise Town House, Detached 354 Town House, Inside unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit
















Forced air




Package A.C.




Warm and cool air









Forced air

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Package A.C.




Warm and cool air

Class M (Mill Type)





Hot water




Hot water




Hot water

551 Rooming House

These structures can be more commercial style in character than rectories and provide minimum living quarters for transient occupancy. Lower qualities are plain with minimum electrical and common plumbing.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, appliances, fireplaces, balconies or any yard improvements.










Fair Block or cheap brick, low-cost roof and sash

Drywall and paint, asphalt tile, softwood, few cabinets

Minimum, common baths, sink or lavatory in room

Wall furnace


Plaster or drywall, some carpet, vinyl composition, cheap hardwood

Adequate electrical, common baths, small kitchen area

Forced air



One bath per two rooms, built-in kitchen facilities, good electrical

Hot water




Drywall, softwood or asphalt tile



Fair Stucco or siding, very plain

Drywall, softwood, asphalt tile, few cabinets

Minimum, common baths, sink or lavatory in room

Wall furnace


Plaster or drywall, some carpet, vinyl composition, cheap hardwood

Adequate electrical, common baths, small kitchen areas

Forced air

Good Brick veneer, best stucco or siding, some good ornamentation


One bath per two rooms, built-in kitchen facilities, good electrical

Hot water

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552 Recreational Enclosure

These structures are designed to specifically shelter swimming facilities from the elements. The lowest pre-engineered structures are light-residential patio-style enclosures only, while the better qualities are typical of hotel/motel-type facilities with ancillary restrooms, exercise, or lounge finishes commensurate with the quality level.

Pool costs are not included.








Low Block or tilt-up, light frame, very plain, composition or metal roof

Light slab area, low-cost finishes, add for pool

Minimum lighting, no restrooms

None

Average Ornamental block, brick, good knee wall or fenestration, shingles

Concrete deck, few partitions, add for pool and spa

Adequate lighting and water service, small restrooms

Space heaters

Good Face brick or block, good fenestration or good skylights, operable windows

Good flooring, lounge area, add for pool and spa

Good lighting, large tiled restrooms, some extras, sauna

Space heaters





Low Stucco or siding, light frame, very plain, composition or metal roof



None

Average Brick veneer, good siding, good knee wall or fenestration, shingles



Space heaters

Good Masonry veneer, good fenestration or good skylights, operable windows



Space heaters



Low Post frame, low-cost metal panels, plastic, screens or knee wall



None



Lowest Screen enclosure only, light frame

Some concrete, add for pool


Low Pre-engineered, low-cost panels, plastic, screens or knee wall



None

Average Good panels, knee wall or good glazing, insulated roof panels



Space heaters

Good Sandwich panels, good fenestration or good skylights, operable windows



Space heaters

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554 Shed Office Structure

These structures are small rural office rooms, typically servicing bulk oil plants, grain elevator facilities, cement plants, etc. The lower qualities are bare office structures with minimum lighting and no plumbing, while the better qualities include finished floors and ceilings and adequate fluorescent lighting and plumbing.








Average Masonry bearing walls, light rafters, very plain




Good Block, concrete, structural clay tile, light roof structure



Wall furnace



Low Wood, metal or cheap stucco on studs, metal or composition roof



None




Average Light stucco or siding on wood studs, very plain




Good Stucco or wood siding on wood or steel studs, some trim



Wall furnace



Low Metal panels, sheathing on pole frame



None

Average Metal panels, sheathing on pole frame or studs






Low Metal panels, sheathing on steel frame



None

Average Steel panels, sheathing, on steel studs or self-framing




555 Light Commercial Arch-Rib, Quonset

These light commercial buildings have semicircular (culvert) shape roofs that curve to the ground to form the sides. These buildings have many uses, such as general material, commodity or equipment storage and repair, and are generally lighter than typical warehouse buildings. Interior modifications can turn them into any one of several uses. The better qualities will have some built-in shop or workbench cabinetry and adequate lighting and plumbing.


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Low Arch-rib frame, siding, composition shingles



None

Average Arched frame, shingles and siding, windows, overhead door

Unfinished, concrete or asphalt floor, some partitioning, cabinets


None

Good Good laminated arch, siding, shingles, pedestrian and overhead doors

Small office or shop area, concrete floor, some extras

Good lighting and outlets, water service, few fixtures

Space heaters



Low Light arch-rib frame, metal siding



None

Average Pre-engineered arched frame, metal siding, windows, overhead door



None




Good Good laminated arch, metal siding, pedestrian and overhead doors



Space heaters



Low Self-framing quonset panels



None

Average Pre-engineered quonset, metal siding, windows, overhead door



None

Good Good self-framing quonset panels, pedestrian and overhead doors



Space heaters

556 Bulk Oil Storage

These buildings provide for the temporary closed storage of bulk oil drums and include a dock-height floor. Interiors are basically unfinished with adequate sparkproof lighting fixtures, but no plumbing.

The following are not included in the costs: Storage racks, material loading equipment, exterior docks or dock leveling equipment.





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Average Heavy wood frame, roof, stucco or wood siding, plywood skirting

Unfinished, concrete or plank dock-height floor

Rigid conduit, sparkproof fixtures, no plumbing

None



Average Metal siding on poles, sheathing, metal skirting



None



Average Steel frame, siding and sheathing, steel skirting



None

557 Farm Utility Arch-Rib, Quonset

These utility buildings have semicircular (culvert) shape roofs that curve to the ground to form the sides. These buildings have many uses, such as general material, commodity or equipment storage and use lighter gauge materials than their commercial counterparts. Interior modifications can turn them into any one of several uses. Frames are light arch-rib wood with metal (class P) or wood siding or shingles (class D) or self-framing metal Quonset panels (class S). The floors are light concrete, asphalt or dirt at the lower qualities.











Low Arch-rib frame, siding, composition shingles, open ends


None

Average Arched frame, shingles and siding, end wall sliding door entry



None



Adequate wiring, lighting and water service

None



Low Wood, pipe hoop, fabric cover


None

Average Wood post, knee wall, pipe hoop frame, fabric cover, end curtain



None



Low Light arch-rib frame, metal siding, open ends


None

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Average Pre-engineered arched frame, metal siding, end-wall sliding door entry



None




None



Low Light self-framing quonset panels, open ends


None

Average Pre-engineered quonset, metal siding, end-wall sliding door entry



None




None

558 Farm Implement Arch-Rib, Quonset

These implement buildings have semicircular (culvert) shape roofs that curve to the ground to form the sides. These buildings are for storage and maintenance of farm equipment and use lighter gauge materials than their commercial counterparts. They will have better electrical circuits and built-in shop features not found in the utility buildings. Frames are light arch-rib wood with metal (class P) or wood siding or shingles (class D) or self-framing metal Quonset panels (class S) and asphalt or concrete floors.











Low Light arch-rib, frame, composition shingles, end-wall sliding-door entry



Average Arched frame, singles and siding, windows, overhead door



None




None



Low Wood post, pipe hoop, fabric cover






None



Low Light arch-rib frame, metal siding, end-wall sliding-door entry



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Average Pre-engineered arched frame, metal siding, windows, overhead door



None




None



Lowest Light self-framing quonset panels, open ends

Unfinished, light floor Minimum services None

Low Light self-framing quonset panels, end-wall sliding-door entry



Average Pre-engineered quonset, metal siding, windows, overhead door



None




None

559 Stable, High Value

These structures are the estate-type equine barns with the better qualities being the custom luxury thoroughbred breeding facilities where cost is not an issue. Exteriors are highly decorative and include face brick, stone and best sidings with custom arches, sashes and trim. Interiors will have finely finished stalls, lounge, groom, tack room or office facilities with extensive fixtures and custom hardware commensurate with the quality level.










Low Decorative block, small estate type, insulated, some distinctive trim

Finished stalls, lounge and restrooms, quality finishes

High-level electrical service, showers and dressing room

None

Average Good brick, stone trim, skylights, shakes or metal on good structure

Good finished stalls, good thoroughbred barn, some extras

Some special custom fixtures, electrical and plumbing

None

Good Face brick, stone trim, slate or tile gambrel roof, some custom sash

Fine custom stalls, finishes, best training or stallion barns

High-quality fixtures, fine hardware, horse baths

None

Excellent Face brick, cut stone, custom arches, cupolas, heavy roof, dormers

Custom stalls, imported woods, best broodmare or yearling barns

Extensive fixtures and custom hardware throughout

None



Low Good sidings or masonry veneer, insulated, small estate type, good trim

Finished stalls, lounge and restrooms, good finishes


None

Average Fine sidings, good veneer, skylights, good shakes or metal

Good finished stalls, good thoroughbred barn, some extras

Some special custom fixtures, electrical and plumbing

None

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Good Face brick veneer, stone trim, slate or tile on gambrel, some custom sash

Fine custom stalls, finishes, best training or stallion barns

High-quality fixtures, fine hardware, horse baths

None

Excellent Face brick or stone veneer, heavy roof, custom dormers, arches, cupolas

Custom stalls, imported woods, best broodmare or yearling barns

Extensive fixtures and custom hardware throughout

None



Low Small estate type, insulated, some distinctive trim, complex roof



None



Low Insulated, small estate type, some distinctive trim, complex roof



None

560 Equestrian Lean-To

Equestrian Lean-Tos are side extensions used in conjunction with horse arena costs. The lowest cost exercise arena lean-tos includes some stalls and flooring, while the average quality includes adequate fenestration, stalls, tack room, flooring, lights and water.











Low Side extension, board siding

Some stalls and flooring


Average Side extension, board siding, windows and side doors

Stalls, tack room, some flooring

Adequate lighting and water

None



Low Side extension, metal on pole frame



Average Side extension, good metal on pole frame, windows and side doors



None



Low Side extension, steel frame/siding



Average Steel siding, side doors, windows



None

561 Feeder Barn

These barns are designed for livestock shelter and feeding. They are an open front shed with wood or metal siding attached to wood posts or a steel frame. The average quality has an

Occupancy Reference


endwall door, while the good quality has doors at both ends and rear vents. Feeders and water are not automated.


The following are related occupancies: 100 Bank Barn, General Purpose 101 Bank Barn, Special Purpose 102 Barn, General Purpose 103 Barn, Special Purpose 105 Confinement Barn 316 Dairy 469 Freestall Barn 113 Loafing Shed 440 Milkhouse 114 Milkhouse Shed








Low Open one side, boards or siding, post/box frame, one end door

Unfinished, dirt floor Feeders, not automated

None

Average Open one side, boards or siding on wood frame, end doors

Unfinished, dirt floor, rub boards

Feeders, water troughs, not automated

None




Good Open one side, box frame and siding, good doors, rear vents



None



Low Wood post, pipe hoop, partial fabric cover, open ends


None




None



Low Open one side, metal on pole frame, one end door


None

Average Open one side, metal siding on pole frame, end doors



None

Good Open one side, metal on pole frame, good doors, rear vents



None



Low Open one side, metal on steel frame, one end door


None

Average Open one side, metal siding on steel frame, end doors



None

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Good Open one side, metal on steel frame, good doors, rear vents



None

562 Commodity Storage Shed, Farm

These structures are designed with an open front and only three exterior walls of concrete or block, wood, or steel frame construction with concrete, block or combination of masonry and upper frame bay partition walls. Floors are concrete. No electrical or plumbing is included.









Average Open one side, cheap block, shed roof

Unfinished, no doors, slab floor, masonry bay separation walls

None None





Average Open one side, plywood or siding on post frame

Unfinished, no doors, slab floor, concrete and upper frame bay walls

None None



Average Open one side, metal on pole frame


None None



Average Open one side, steel frame and siding


None None

563 Bag Fertilizer Storage

These buildings are designed for temporary bag fertilizer storage and distribution and include a concrete or built-up wood dock-height sealed floor. Interiors are basically unfinished with adequate sparkproof lighting. No plumbing is included.

The following are not included in the costs: Material loading equipment, exterior docks or dock leveling equipment.




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Average Heavy wood frame, composition roof, wood siding and skirting

Concrete or built-up wood dock- height floor, sealed, few partitions


None



Average Metal siding on poles, sheathing, metal skirting



None



Average Pre-engineered frame, siding and sheathing, steel skirting



None

564 Dehydrator Building

These buildings are hot air circulation drying tunnels for golden raisins and other fruits. Costs include tray rail tracks, heavy electrical and gas piping with some exterior lighting and water service.

The following are not included in the costs: Burners, fans and motors, exterior yard tray tracks and turntables or propane tanks.






Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 30 -- -- -- -- -- -- Average -- -- 35 -- -- -- -- -- -- Good -- -- 35 -- -- -- -- -- -- Excellent -- -- 40 -- -- -- -- -- --




Average Wall-bearing block, concrete roof, steel doors, open on one side

Unfinished, block tunnels, concrete slab, tray rail tracks

Heavy electrical, gas, some exterior lighting and water service

None

565 Farm Utility Shelter

These structures are open (non-walled) shelters designed for the storage of hay or other farm commodities. They have wood or steel roofs on either trusses or rafters with poles or post column supports. The floor is dirt and there is no electric or water.

For light sun shades, use occupancy 566 (Farm Sun Shade Shelter)

For heavy wide-span commodity shelters with concrete floors, use occupancy 473 (Material Shelter).

For arena shelters, use occupancy 184 (Arena Shelter)





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Class D (Wood or Steel Framed Exterior Walls) and Class P (Pole Frame)

Rank Description

Average No walls, steel shed or flat roof on wood posts and girders, dirt floor

Good No walls, composition or steel gable roof on wood rafters and posts, dirt floor


Rank Description

Average No walls, steel gable roof and truss on steel column, wide span, dirt floor


566 Farm Sun Shade Shelter

These light structures are open (non-walled) shelters designed as sun shades for livestock. They have light steel roofs on either wood posts or steel pipe column supports. The floor is dirt and there is no electrical or water.









Rank Description

Low No walls, light steel flat roof on light wood posts, dirt floor, sun shelters

Average No walls, steel shed or flat roof on wood posts and girders, dirt floor



Rank Description

Low No walls, light steel flat roof on low-cost pipe, dirt floor, sun shelters

Average No walls, steel shed or flat roof and girders on good steel posts, dirt floor

Good No walls, steel gable roof and truss on steel column, wide span, dirt floor

567 Poultry House, Cage, Two Story

These two-story structures are designed to house hens used for commercial laying. Costs are averages for complete environmental buildings. Quality is influenced by roof and framing systems, the amount and type of fenestration, flooring systems and the lighting and water systems.

The following are not included in the costs: Racks, cages, incubators or other special equipment.


The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story 570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story



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568 Poultry House, Cage, Elevated Two Story

These two-story structures are elevated off the ground for tractor access cleaning purposes. Costs are averages for complete environmental buildings. Quality is influenced by roof and framing systems, the amount and type of fenestration, flooring systems and the lighting and water systems.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator:

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115 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story 125 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 1 Story Elevated 116 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story 126 Poultry House, Cage Operation, Screened, 2 Story Elevated 117 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Breeder 118 Poultry House, Floor Operation, Broiler 119 Turkey Barn

The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story 570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story











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569 Poultry House, Cage, Three Story

These three-story structures are designed to house hens used for commercial laying. Costs are averages for complete environmental buildings. Quality is influenced by roof and framing systems, the amount and type of fenestration, flooring systems and the lighting and water systems.



The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story 570 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story Elevated 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated













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570 Poultry House, Cage, Elevated One Story

These one-story structures are elevated off the ground for tractor access cleaning purposes. Costs are averages for complete environmental buildings. Quality is influenced by roof and framing systems, the amount and type of fenestration, flooring systems and the lighting and water systems.







The following related occupancies are available in both Commercial and Agricultural Estimators: 474 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 1 Story 567 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story 568 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 2 Story Elevated 569 Poultry House, Cage Operation, 3 Story









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571 Passenger Terminal

These are passenger or commuter terminal buildings, from low-quality bus or train stop waiting structures to high-cost major airport-type facilities with separate baggage, ticket lobby, concession, lounge and concourse facilities.

The following are not included in the costs: Ticket, baggage, boarding, concession or other food service equipment.





Occupancy Reference






Finished interior, suspended ceiling, terrazzo lobby, small main terminal

Average lighting, good sound and plumbing, lounge

Complete HVAC.

Average Brick, concrete or metal panels, formed concrete, decorative lobby

Vaulted ceilings, pavers, terrazzo, good air- or train-type terminal

Good lighting, sound systems and plumbing, food service

Complete HVAC.


Good finishes throughout, some extras, typical major terminal facility

Special lighting, good sound systems and plumbing, some extras

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Special architecture, metal and glass, stone, concrete, skylights

Special finishes, acoustic design, high-cost lobby, concourse finishes

High-quality specialty lighting, best wiring throughout, good plumbing

Complete HVAC.



Low Low-cost block, tilt-up, very plain, acoustic sound walls

Few partitions, very plain, minimum waiting and concession/ticket area

Minimum code, public address system

Package A.C.

Fair Brick, block, concrete panels, plain commercial building, small entry

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl comp. lobby, small city bus station


Heat pump system

Average Brick, block, concrete, good front and lobby, some trim




Good Brick, block, concrete, good decorative front and lobby

Vaulted ceilings, pavers, terrazzo, good air- or train-type terminal






Very Good

Face brick, stone, terra cotta, ornamental entrance and lobby



Complete HVAC.

Excellent High-cost roof, large arched entries and domed skylights

Special finishes, acoustic design, high-cost lobby, concourse finishes

High-quality specialty lighting, best wiring throughout, good plumbing

Complete HVAC.



Low Low-cost wood or stucco, very plain



Package A.C.

Fair Siding or stucco, small entrance



Heat pump system

Average Stucco or siding, good front and lobby, some trim




Good Stucco, some brick or stone trim, decorative front and lobby

Vaulted ceilings, pavers, terrazzo, good air-or train-type terminal



Very Good

Face brick or stone veneer, ornamental entrance and lobby



Complete HVAC.



Low Pole frame and truss, metal siding, low-cost finish and insulation



Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Fair Metal panels on pole frame, finished interior, small entrance



Heat pump system



Low Single wall, low-cost interior finish and insulation



Package A.C.

Fair Metal panels, finished interior, small entrance, masonry sound walls



Heat pump system

Average Good metal panels, roof, front and lobby, some trim




573 Arcade

These buildings are designed mainly for coin-operated game entertainment, while better qualities will include limited food service and lounges typically found at fun centers, miniature golf complexes, etc.

The following are not included in the costs: Display or food service equipment.










Low Block, tilt-up, light roof construction



Forced air

Average Steel or wood frame or bearing walls, brick, block or tilt-up

Painted walls, VCT, carpet, large eating or game rooms

Adequate lighting, outlets and plumbing, snack bar

Package A.C.

Good Steel frame, good brick, block or tilt-up, tapered girders, good trim

Acoustic treatment, some theme finishes and extra facilities and rooms

Good game lighting, sound, restrooms, limited food service

Heat pump system



Low Stucco or siding on studs



Forced air

Average Stucco on wood frame, wood trusses, small front

Drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, carpet, large eating area and game rooms


Package A.C.

Good Heavy wood frame, wood, stucco or brick veneer, good ornamentation

Acoustic treatment, some theme finishes and extra facilities and rooms

Good game lighting, sound, restrooms, limited food service

Heat pump system




Low-cost game area, minimum finish, asphalt tile, open counter

Minimum lighting & plumbing, adequate outlets

Forced air

Average Pole frame, good metal siding, insulated, small front



Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference







Forced air



Adequate lighting, outlets and plumbing, small snack bar

Package A.C.

574 Visitor Center

These buildings include the low-quality travelers' aid or rest stop structure to the high-cost center with good orientation, exhibit, meeting, audiovisual theater and limited retail and food service facilities.

The following are not included in the costs: Display or food service equipment.









Adequate exhibit rooms and lobby, theater, limited food service

Fluorescent lighting, good sound, plumbing and restrooms

Heat pump system

Good Special architecture, good lobby

Good exhibit, theater, cafeteria

Good lighting, plumbing, kitchen

Warm/cool air





Low Low-cost block, concrete

Painted, some acoustic and asphalt tile


Space heaters

Average Brick, block, concrete panels, some ornamentation

Drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood and vinyl composition tile

Adequate lighting & plumbing, large restrooms

Forced air

Good Face brick, ornamental trim, good entrance, lobby

Good finish and detail, carpeting and tile, display and food service areas


Package A.C.

Excellent Local stone, face brick, heavy timber or steel frame

Decorative lobby, pavers, carpet, good exhibit rooms or theater

Good display lighting, sound and restrooms, small kitchen

Heat pump system



Low Low-cost wood or stucco

Drywall, some acoustic and asphalt tile


Space heaters

Average Stucco or siding, some brick or stone trim, small entrance

Drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood and vinyl composition


Forced air

Good Brick veneer or best siding or stucco with trim, good entrance

Good finish and detail, carpet, vinyl, display and food service areas


Package A.C.

Excellent Local stone or brick veneer, rustic log, heavy frame

Decorative lobby, pavers, carpet, good exhibit rooms or theater

Good display lighting, sound and restrooms, small kitchen

Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference




Low Metal skin on pole frame and truss, finished interior

Drywall, some acoustic and resilient tile, minimum visitor facility


Space heaters

Average Pole frame, good metal siding, insulated, small entrance

Drywall, acoustic tile, hardwood and vinyl composition


Forced air




Drywall, some acoustic and asphalt tile, minimum visitor facility


Space heaters

575 Dining Atrium

These are open-shell extensions for enclosed extra seating or game/play areas usually added to fast food restaurants. The lower qualities are playroom shells only, while the very good and excellent qualities are finished greenhouse seating atriums.

The following are not included in the costs: Soft modular play systems, restaurant seating or other furnishings or fixtures.










Low Concrete block, tilt-up, very plain, little glass

Drywall, vinyl composition tile, plain play area shell


None

Average Stucco on block, tilt-up, good glass areas

Drywall, some acoustic tile, ceramic pavers, plain playroom

Adequate lighting, no plumbing

None

Good Decorative block, brick, mostly metal and glass

Drywall, acoustic ceiling, vinyl walls, good playroom


None



Low Stucco or siding, very plain, little glass



None

Average Stucco or siding, good glass areas



None

Good Brick veneer, EIFS, siding, mostly metal and glass



None



Lowest Screen-netting enclosure, canopy top, light frame

Concrete floor, secure play area

Adequate illumination, no plumbing

None

Low Steel frame, metal siding, very plain, little glass



None

Occupancy Reference



Average Steel frame, metal siding, good glass areas



None

Good Steel frame, mostly metal and glass, metal panels



None

Very Good

Shed greenhouse, tempered glass, little knee wall

Carpet, vinyl composition tile, seating alcove

Good electrical and lighting, no plumbing

None

Excellent Greenhouse, curved eaves, colored frame, tinted glass

Good carpet, ceramic floors, minimum work stations

Decorative lighting and ceiling fans, adequate plumbing

None

576 Atrium

Atrium and vestibule entries or lobbies are glassed structures that usually abut or are underneath elevated buildings.










Lowest Brick, block, concrete, very plain, no roof structure

Under elevated building, low-cost elevator/stairway vestibule only


Low Metal and glass, some concrete, brick or stucco panels, no roof

Under elevated building vestibule, low-cost terrazzo, vinyl and acoustic



Average Glass shed curtain wall, glass and some exposed roof deck

Terrazzo, masonry pavers, few partitions or extras



Good Architectural glazed shed atrium, good space frame

Good stone, masonry pavers, good lobby wall treatment, trim



Excellent Structural glass, decorative space frame and shed atrium glazing

Granite, marble, high-cost pavers, ornate finishes

Best lighting, adequate electrical and plumbing




Lowest Block, brick veneer or stucco, very plain, no roof structure

Under elevated building, low-cost elevator/stairway vestibule only


Low Glass panels, block, brick veneer or stucco, no roof

Under building vestibule, vinyl composition and acoustic tile



Average Glass shed curtain wall, skylights, some exposed roof deck

Low-cost terrazzo, masonry pavers, few partitions or extras



Occupancy Reference



Good Good glazed shed atrium

Stone or masonry pavers, some good lobby wall treatment, trim



577 Parking Levels

These floors are intermediate and ground-level parking facilities found underneath elevated buildings and include all framing, ramps and stairs necessary.








Lowest Under building, grade level only, no walls, covered columns

Asphalt paving, lines, painted soffit, vestibule/ lobby not included

Minimum lighting, drains

None

Low Under building, grade level only, blind wall panels, some trim, gates

Concrete paving, lines and stops, plaster soffit, lobby not included

Low-level lighting, drains

None

Average Partial walls, brick, concrete, metal panels, some trim or louvers

Unfinished, concrete floor, lines, low-cost elevator lobbies


None




Good Good curtain panels, masonry, partial louvers, natural ventilation

Concrete with hardener, lines and stops, small office, few extras

Adequate lighting and drains

None

Excellent Best curtain wall panels, matching spandrel and louvers, fully enclosed

Unfinished except good office, service and lobby areas


Ventilation



Lowest Under building, grade level only, open, no walls, exposed columns

Asphalt paving, lines, finished building soffit, lobby not included

Minimum lighting, drains

None

Low Under building, grade level only, some blind walls, trim and gates

Concrete or asphalt, lines, plaster soffit, vestibule/lobby not included


None

Average Partial walls, brick, masonry or stucco panels, some trim or louvers

Unfinished, concrete floor, lines, low-cost elevator lobbies


None

Good Good panels, masonry, partial louvers, open ventilation

Concrete with hardener, lines and stops, few extras

Adequate lighting and drains

None

578 Mini Bank

These buildings are small walk or drive-up facilities, typically between 500 and 2,000 square feet in size. Exteriors have some ornamentation at all quality levels with the better qualities using stone, ornamental concrete, brick and/or solar glass. The interiors in the larger facilities for walk-in trade have plaster or drywall with special detailing in some areas, and may have some office and storage area. The office area may be open and located in the same general area as the banking services. Floor finishes usually are terrazzo, carpet or vinyl tile or sheet flooring. These buildings may have only drive-up or walk-up window access, with night depositories, surveillance systems and vaults also included.

Occupancy Reference









Average Brick, concrete, metal and glass, stone trim, some ornamentation


Good lighting and outlets, adequate restroom, TV circuits


Good Marble, granite, best metal and glass, highly decorative

Plaster or drywall, best stone or wood panels, terrazzo, carpet

Good lighting and closed circuit TV, quality restrooms and plumbing




Low Decorative block, some trim


Minimum electrical, plumbing, TV

Package A.C.



Adequate lighting and outlets, adequate restroom, TV circuits

Package A.C.

Good Brick, metal and glass, stone trim, good ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, paneling, vinyl and carpeting

Good lighting & plumbing, tiled restroom, TV circuits










Low Siding or stucco, some trim


Minimum electrical, plumbing, TV

Package A.C.

Average Stucco or siding, some brick veneer, little ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, some tile or low-cost terrazzo, vinyl composition


Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, metal and glass, panels, EIFS, ornamental finishes

Plaster and drywall, some paneling, vinyl and carpeting

Good lighting & plumbing, tiled restroom, closed circuit TV


Excellent Stone or face brick veneer, good metal and glass panels






Average Sandwich or prefab. building panels, adequate fenestration

Drywall, acoustic, vinyl composition, some pavers or ceramic tile


Package A.C.

580 Truck Stop

These buildings are of multipurpose design to include convenience store, food service, shower and toilet, game and restroom facilities for highway travelers and truckers. Good facilities include the typical coffee shop operation, while the average quality includes the limited lower priced fast food franchise operation. Lighting and plumbing, although adequate to service the operation, are not excessive or ornate.

Since truck stops have higher requirements for heating, cooling and ventilation, use component 617 (Complete HVAC) for HVAC costs.

The following are not included in the costs: Kitchen equipment, restaurant or convenience store fixtures, furnishings and signs.



Occupancy Reference







Average Concrete block, tilt-up, plain storefront entry

Fast food service, small convenience store, rest area

Adequate electrical, plumbing, walk-in box storage

Complete HVAC.

Good Decorative block, tilt-up, good storefront, lobby

Full-service food seating, retail, rest and game rooms

Good electrical and plumbing, showers, full kitchen

Complete HVAC.

Excellent Brick, concrete or metal and glass panels, ornamentation

Good coffee shop, retail, separate rest area, shower room

Good lighting, showers, restrooms and kitchen with good fixtures

Very good comp. H.V.A.C.



Average Stucco or siding, plain storefront entry



Complete HVAC.

Good Brick veneer or good siding, good storefront lobby



Complete HVAC.

Excellent Brick veneer, EIFS, metal and glass panels, ornamentation

Good coffee shop, retail, separate rest area, shower room

Good lighting, showers, restrooms and kitchen with good fixtures

Very good comp. H.V.A.C.





Average Steel frame, metal siding, plain storefront entry



Complete HVAC.

Good Good metal panels, good storefront, lobby



Complete HVAC.

581 Post Office, Main

These larger buildings, typically between 10,000 and 30,000 square feet, are usually built under lease agreements with the Federal Government Postal Department. The exteriors vary, but generally include some ornamentation even at the low quality levels. Interiors are plaster or drywall. The most common floor finishes are vinyl composition with terrazzo or pavers in the lobby areas. For smaller facilities, use occupancy 582 (Post Office, Branch).

A post office commonly has workspace, lobby, office, restrooms, directory, loading area and mechanical rooms. The area associated with each of these segments varies due to the overall size of the building and community served. The better quality levels include lookout galleries, as well as good security wiring.






Occupancy Reference





Average Brick, precast or metal and glass panels, ornamentation

Plaster and drywall, vinyl wall finish, vinyl composition tile

Good illumination, security wiring, adequate plumbing



Plaster, vinyl wall finishes, vinyl composition, some terrazzo or pavers

High-quality lighting and security wiring, good plumbing




Average Brick, block, tilt-up, some good ornamentation

Drywall, vinyl or enamel wall finish, resilient floors, adequate offices

Adequate illumination, security wiring and plumbing

Heat pump system

Good Ornamental brick or block, precast concrete, good ornamentation

Plaster/drywall, vinyl or enamel wall finish, good resilient floors



Excellent Stone, ashlar or panels, highly ornamental






Average Stucco, EIFS, or siding, some ornamentation



Heat pump system

Good Good EIFS, stucco or siding, some good ornamentation







Very Good

Best sidings, much trim, highly ornamented, complex roof, skylights

Plaster/drywall, vinyl wall finishes, vinyl composition, some terrazzo or pavers

Good quality lighting and security wiring, good plumbing


Masonry Veneer

Average Brick or block veneer, shingle or built-up roof, some good ornamentation



Heat pump system

Good Brick or stone veneer, good built-up or shingle roof and trim




Excellent Best ashlar stone veneer, good trim and ornamentation






Average Steel frame, best sandwich panels, some good ornamentation



Heat pump system

582 Post Office, Branch

These small buildings, typically fewer than 10,000 square feet, are usually built under lease agreements with the Federal Government Postal Department. The exteriors vary, but generally include some ornamentation even at the low quality levels. Interiors are generally drywall. The most common floor finish is vinyl composition. For larger facilities, use occupancy 581 (Post Office, Main).

A post office commonly has workspace, office, restrooms, directory, loading area and mechanical rooms. The area associated with each of these segments varies due to the overall size of the building and community served. The better quality levels include some security wiring.


Occupancy Reference









Average Concrete, metal/glass, or masonry panels, usually part of a building

Plaster and drywall, vinyl wall finish, resilient floors

Good illumination and wiring, adequate plumbing




Low Block or brick, stock plans, plain, minimum fenestration

Gypsum board and paint, vinyl composition, very small lobby

Adequate lighting, minimum plumbing and wiring

Forced air

Average Brick, block, tilt-up, some trim

Drywall interiors, vinyl composition tile, acoustic tile, adequate lobby

Adequate illumination and plumbing, standard fixtures

Package A.C.

Good Ornamental brick or block, precast concrete, good trim

Plaster/drywall, vinyl or enamel wall finish, resilient floors, good lobby

Good illumination, adequate plumbing and wiring,

Package A.C.





Low Stucco or siding, stock plans, plain, minimum fenestration

Drywall, few partitions, asphalt tile, few extras, very small lobby


Forced air

Average Stucco, EIFS, or siding, some trim


Adequate lighting & plumbing, standard fixtures

Package A.C.

Masonry Veneer

Low Brick veneer, stock plans, plain, minimum fenestration

Gypsum board and paint, vinyl composition, very small lobby


Forced air

Average Brick veneer, built-up or shingle roof, some trim



Package A.C.

Good Good brick veneer, good trim

Plaster/drywall, vinyl or enamel wall finish, resilient floors, good lobby

Good illumination, adequate plumbing and wiring

Package A.C.



Average Sandwich panels, some ornamentation



Package A.C.

583 Mail Processing Facility

These mail and package sorting centers are usually built under lease agreements with the Federal Government Postal Department, or by commercial package delivery companies. They are designed with large areas to accommodate the processing and shipment of small lots of packages and mail. They have more plumbing and lighting than main post offices, in order to service the large personnel load. Costs include lookout galleries and security wiring.

Occupancy Reference


The following are not included in the costs: Sorting and handling equipment, dock levelers.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low 50 50 45 -- -- -- -- 40 -- Average 50 50 45 -- -- -- -- 40 -- Good 55 55 50 -- -- -- -- 45 -- Excellent 55 55 50 -- -- -- -- 45 --




Average Brick, precast or metal and glass panels, good trim

Plaster and drywall, good office and sorting areas, lookout galleries





Average Brick, block, tilt-up, some trim, bar or web joists

Painted walls, finished offices and sorting areas, hardened slab

Reading-level lighting, adequate plumbing, security wiring


Good Ornamental brick or block, precast concrete, good trim

Some good offices and interior finish, sorting areas, lookout galleries

High-level lighting and good plumbing and wiring

Hot and chilled water(zoned)





Average Sandwich panels, some trim, bar or web joists

Drywall interiors, finished offices and sorting areas, hardened slab

Reading-level lighting, adequate plumbing, security wiring


Good Steel frame, sandwich panels, good trim

Some good offices and interior finish, sorting areas, lookout galleries

High-level lighting and good plumbing and wiring


584 Mega Warehouse

These large buildings, typically 200,000 to over a million square feet, are designed for major regional distribution and storage centers. They include an amount of office and personnel support space commensurate with the quality of the building (typically 1 to 5 percent). Support areas typically have plaster or drywall interior partitions and have finished ceilings. The better qualities have large cafeterias and kitchens. Heating and ventilating facilities are sufficient to protect goods from freezing and other spoilage.

The following are not included in the costs: Material handling equipment, dock levelers or site improvements.




Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 40 -- -- -- -- 35 -- Average -- -- 45 -- -- -- -- 40 -- Good -- -- 45 -- -- -- -- 40 -- Excellent -- -- 50 -- -- -- -- 45 --

Occupancy Reference





Lowest Tilt-up, very large shell type

Unfinished, bulk storage, few offices


Space heaters

Low Large tilt-up, light panelized const., built-up roof, exposed insulation

Painted walls or unfinished, small offices, hardened slab


Space heaters

Average Open steel or wood frame, block or tilt-up, good roof

Painted walls, finished offices and break room, good flat slab

Adequate lighting, good plumbing fixtures, food service

Space heaters

Good Glulam or steel frame, decorative block or tilt-up, elastomeric roof

Plaster or drywall, some masonry partitions, good offices, cafeteria

Good lighting & plumbing, kitchen

Space heaters



Lowest Steel frame, siding, large shell type

Unfinished, bulk storage, few offices


Space heaters

Low Rigid steel frame, good metal siding and roof, exposed insulation

Unfinished, small offices, hardened slab


Space heaters

Average Good steel frame, siding and fenestration, bar or web joints

Some good offices, interior finish and floor, break room, good flat slab

Adequate lighting, good plumbing fixtures, food service

Space heaters

Good Heavy steel frame, insulated panels, good facade, some trim

Plaster or drywall, partitioned, good offices, cafeteria

Good lighting & plumbing, kitchen

Space heaters

585 Mechanical Penthouse

Mechanical penthouses shelter the building’s elevator and other mechanical equipment that is generally located on the roof. The excellent cost rank represents a full intermediate mechanical-



utility floor found in large high-rise construction. For finished penthouses, i.e., those containing roof apartments, restaurants, use the proper costs for that occupancy.









Low Low-cost panels, masonry, very plain

Unfinished interior, roof access only

Minimum lighting, floor drains

None

Average Curtain panels or masonry, steel roof deck

Unfinished equipment and storage, few partitions

Exposed lighting, adequate drains

None

Good Good curtain panels, masonry, louvers, concrete roof

Mechanical and storage, some finish and partitions

Adequate lighting, utility outlets and drains

None

Excellent Louvers, best curtain wall panels, matching spandrel

Intermediate full mechanical floor, utility space, some storage

Adequate lighting, utility outlets and drains

None

Occupancy Reference




Low Light frame or stud single wall, low-cost metal, stucco or siding

Unfinished interior Minimum lighting, floor drains

None

Average Frame or bearing walls, good panels, louvers or masonry, trim

Unfinished equipment and storage, few partitions

Exposed lighting, adequate drains

None

586 Roadside Market

The roadside or farmers’ markets are typically rural structures from the simple open stand to the enclosed, full retail market barn with refrigerated storage. They are designed for the quick purchase of fresh produce and a few standard staple items in small quantities. They have little display shelving and storage space. The better qualities will have separate storage areas that are relatively small. These better quality occupancies include suitable plumbing, electrical and better built-in cooler storage.

The following are other market occupancies: 340 Market 419 Convenience Market 446 Supermarket 531 Mini-Mart Convenience Store 533 Warehouse Food Store











Average Low-cost block, tilt-up, gated front, very plain

Open sales area, concrete slab, some partitions, dry storage


Space heaters

Good Concrete block, tilt-up, large doorways

Open sales, sealed slab, small storage and cold box

Minimum store lighting & plumbing

Evaporative cooling

Excellent Decorative block, concrete, good roof and roll-up doors

Open sales, good preparation, storage and office

Adequate market lighting, restroom and cold storage

Package A.C.



Lowest Box frame, plywood or boards, shed roof, very plain

Open interior, unfinished, seasonal use only

None None

Low Plywood or siding, open framing, some trim

Open interior, some slab or wood, gravel

Minimum electrical, hose bib

None

Average Wood frame, board and batten, gated front, some trim



Space heaters

Good Exposed frame, good board siding, trim, large doorways



Evaporative cooling

Excellent Heavy frame, arch or gambrel roof, roll-up doors



Package A.C.



Lowest Light pole frame, metal siding, shed roof, open front

Open interior, unfinished, seasonal use only

None None

Occupancy Reference



Low Pole frame, metal siding, open front, shutter doors



None

Average Pole frame, metal utility building, gated front



Space heaters

Good Exposed pole frame, metal siding, large doorways



Evaporative cooling

Excellent Heavy pole frame and truss, good siding and roll-up doors



Package A.C.



Low Steel frame, metal siding, open front, shutter doors



None

Average Steel frame, metal utility building, gated front



Space heaters

Good Exposed steel frame, metal siding, large doorways



Evaporative cooling

Excellent Metal sandwich panels, open frame, good roll-up doors



Package A.C.

587 Shell, Multiple Residence (Low Rise)

This occupancy, together with occupancy 987 (Interior Space, Multiple Residence), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for a multiple residence (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 352 (Multiple Residence), which includes both the shell and tenant improvement costs.

These shells are low-rise or garden apartments with three or fewer stories for multiple dwelling units. The light residential framed structures are built of class C, D, and S construction. Each dwelling unit consists of its own separate living area, bath, and kitchen facility. These shell



structures include common area finishes only. Interior build-out costs can be added using occupancy 987 (Interior Space, Multiple Residence) in an additional section.

Better shell structures have good finished lobbies, recreation and service areas, interior hall access to dwelling units and some type of stairway for fire exit. Although multiple residences built as condominiums sometimes are required by building and zoning codes to have certain items not required for rental units, basically, "condominium" is a type of ownership and not a type of construction and the multiple residence costs are valid.

The following are not included in the costs: Elevators, interior apartment build-out, canopies, balconies, recreation equipment, swimming pools, yard improvements and any developers' or soft costs related to a type of ownership such as condominium.








Fair Block/brick, standard sash, little trim, shingle or built-up roof

Bare floor structures, no separate service areas

Rough electrical and plumbing

None


Some entry, service areas and halls, plain finishes

Rough electrical and plumbing, some service outlets, fixtures

None


Core finish only, some carpet, terrazzo, vinyl, adequate lobby

Rough-ins, some good core ceiling and service fixtures

None

Occupancy Reference




Core lobby and service finishes, good stone, terrazzo, carpet

Luminous lobby ceiling, good core lighting, service fixtures

None



Fair Stucco or siding, standard sash, asphalt shingles/built-up rock



None

Average Stucco/siding, some ornamentation, average code construction



None

Good Good stucco or siding, some brick or stone trim, good roof



None




None

Masonry Veneer




None

Excellent Face brick, stone veneer, good wood or steel frame & roof structure



None

Fair Brick veneer, little trim, standard sash, asphalt shingle/built-up roof



None







None



Average Sandwich panels, pre-engineered frame, adequate fenestration



None

Good Good sandwich panels on pre- engineered frame, good fenestration



None

588 Motel, Extended Stay

Buildings are three stories or less with sleeping units and kitchen facilities. Motels include offices, laundry, lobby, and some recreation space commensurate with the size and the quality of the facility. For Class A or B structures, use occupancy 595 (Hotel, Limited Service). Where restaurants, clubhouses, convention halls, etc., are connected with an extended stay motel, these should be priced separately.

These structures are built of either masonry or wood frame construction. Low-end budget facilities are single rooms with low-cost finishes throughout and include a minimal kitchenette area. Better qualities are all-suite sleeping rooms with good kitchens, and include paneling and wallpaper in the common areas.

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies and balconies, furnishings, kitchen appliances, signs and pools or other yard improvements.

Use occupancy 552 (Recreational Enclosure) for pool enclosures.




Occupancy Reference






Low Block or cheap brick, low-cost roof, small office, budget type

Gypsum board & paint, VCT, carpet, low-cost cabinets, single rooms

Minimum, low-cost fixtures, minimum kitchenette area


Fair Block or brick, standard to better economy motel

Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition, interior corridor, offset food area

Standard fixtures and kitchenette space


Average Common brick or block, little ornamentation, good lobby

Painted block, drywall, few extras, carpet, VCT, mixed offsets and suites

Adequate lighting & plumbing, TV circuits, average kitchen


Good Brick and stone trim, good glass areas, typical upscale motel

Plaster/drywall and vinyl, good carpet, some built-in extras, all suites

Good lighting & plumbing, wet bar, kitchen, TV circuits

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick, stone trim, some decoration, good chain motel

Plastic and vinyl, good lobby and support and recreation services

Good lighting, communication outlets, good plumb., kitchen area

Warm and cool air



Low Low-cost siding, roof, small office, budget type

Drywall and paint, VCT, carpet, low-cost cabinets, single rooms

Minimum low-cost fixtures, minimum kitchenette area





Fair Siding or stucco, standard to better economy motel

Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition, interior corridor, offset food area

Standard fixtures and kitchenette space


Average Good stucco and siding, little ornamentation, good lobby

Drywall or plaster, few extras, carpet, vinyl comp., mixed offsets and suites

Adequate lighting & plumbing, TV circuits, average kitchen


Good Brick veneer, EIFS, good glass areas, typical upscale motel

Plaster/drywall and vinyl, good carpet, some built-in extras, all suites

Good lighting & plumbing, wet bar, kitchen, TV circuits

Package A.C.

Excellent Face brick veneer, stone trim, some decoration, good chain motel

Plaster and vinyl, good lobby and support and recreation services

Good lighting, communication outlets, good plumb., kitchen area

Warm and cool air

589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise)

These are three stories or less where each studio, one- or two-bedroom suites have limited individual kitchen facilities and a mix of common support areas associated with congregate housing for the elderly. The better qualities have good lounges, craft and game areas, beauty parlor and therapy rooms. They also have plaster, paneling, good detailing in molding and trim and high cost floor finishes.

The structures commonly are solid masonry or wood frame walls (class C and D); for classes A or B use occupancy 330 (Home for the Elderly). Some of the special refinements found include task lighting, railings, intercoms, television jacks and antennas, and emergency call systems.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, built-in appliances, balconies, furnishings, and kitchen, laundry, therapy or recreation equipment.

The following are related occupancies: 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise), for independent living 330 Home for the Elderly, for high-rise assisted living 313 Convalescent Hospital, for skilled nursing facilities 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex



Occupancy Reference









Adequate lighting and plumbing, alarm, minimum extra facilities

Forced air


Plaster/drywall, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and plumbing, few extra activity facilities

Package A.C.


Good plaster or drywall, painted, hardwood, carpet, vinyl composition

Good lighting and plumbing, some extras, emergency call system

Heat pump system


Good plaster, paper, paneling, good detail, some special care


Warm and cool air




Drywall and paint, asphalt tile and low-cost carpet, minimum detail

Minimum lighting and plumbing, call system, per code





Forced air




Average Stucco or siding, some trim, average code construction



Package A.C.

Good Good stucco/siding, some brick or stone trim, good roof



Heat pump system




Warm and cool air

Masonry Veneer

Fair Brick veneer, little trim, standard sash, asphalt shingle



Forced air




Package A.C.




Heat pump system

Excellent Face brick, stone veneer, good wood or steel frame and roof



Warm and cool air



Average Sandwich panels, adequate fenestration



Package A.C.

Good Good sandwich panels on pre- engineered frame, good fenestration



Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference


594 Hotel, Full Service

These structures are three or more stories high, having multiple sleeping units without individual kitchen facilities. Where the ground floor is entirely divided into stores and shops, use occupancy 353 (Retail Store) for that floor. The quality of the hotel is determined primarily from the interior refinements. The best quality hotels have a large amount of high-cost wall cover and floor finish in the open and public areas. Sleeping rooms also contain high-cost wall cover as part of the interior finish. The size of the support facilities, e.g., restaurants, bars, meeting space, etc., is largely dependent on the size and capacity of the facility rather than the quality of the improvements. Lobby, lounges, restaurants, ballrooms, meeting rooms, kitchens, laundry, storage facilities and office areas are commensurate with the building class and quality chosen. For limited service facilities, use occupancy 595 (Hotel, Limited Service).

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies and balconies, swimming pools, furniture, fixtures and equipment (such as bars, counters or seating, kitchen equipment, etc.) that are not permanently attached under the general building contract.









Low Brick, concrete block, metal stud panels, little ornamentation

Small lobby, coffee shop, minimum transient facilities


Hot water




Average Face brick, metal, concrete or stucco panels, plain exterior

Typical good transient or average business hotel, adequate public rooms

Lighting & plumbing above code, standard fixtures


Good Face brick, metal or concrete panels, individual design

Good detail, carpeted, highly decorated public rooms

Good lighting, radio and TV circuits, good plumbing fixtures



Fine detail and carpet, good plaster and wall coverings

Best lighting, radio and TV circuits, top quality plumbing




Low Brick, concrete block, synthetic plaster, little ornamentation

Small lobby, coffee shop, minimum transient facilities


Hot water

Average Face brick, metal, concrete or stucco panels, plain exterior

Typical good transient or average business hotel, adequate public rooms

Lighting & plumbing above code, standard fixtures


Good Face brick, metal or concrete panels, individual design

Good detail, carpeted, highly decorated public rooms

Good lighting, radio and TV circuits, good plumbing fixtures



Fine detail, carpeted, highly decorated public rooms

Best lighting, radio and TV circuits, top quality plumbing




Low Brick or concrete block

Few public rooms, small coffee shop


Individual ht. pumps

Occupancy Reference



Average Brick, stucco on block, some front ornamentation

Carpeted, plaster or drywall and painted masonry, adequate facilities

All rooms with bath, adequate electric service

Heat pump system

Good Brick, metal or concrete and glass, good trim and entrance

Plaster or drywall, carpeted, public rooms, good decorating and detail

Good lighting & plumbing, radio and TV circuits


Excellent Best metal or concrete panels, stone, face brick


Excellent lighting, radio and TV circuits, quality plumbing




Low Stucco or siding Few public rooms, small coffee shop


Individual ht. pumps

Average Stucco or siding, brick trim, some front ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpeting, adequate ancillary facilities, dining and bar

All rooms with bath, adequate electric service

Heat pump system

Good Brick veneer, metal and glass, good entrance and trim

Good finishes, carpeted rooms, good public rooms, lobby and detailing

Good lighting & plumbing, radio and TV circuits


Excellent Best masonry veneer, metal and glass panels, highly decorative




595 Hotel, Limited Service

These structures are three or more stories high, having multiple sleeping units and limited common area amenities. Studio and bedroom suites can have limited kitchen facilities for extended stays. The quality of the hotel is determined primarily from the interior refinements. The best quality hotels have some high-cost wall cover and floor finish in the open and public areas, with larger sleeping room suites containing high cost wall cover. Limited service hotels include some lounge or recreation support facilities, lobby, laundry, storage and office space



commensurate with the size and quality of the facility. For full service facilities with lounges, restaurants, ballrooms, meeting rooms, etc., use occupancy 594 (Hotel, Full Service).

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies and balconies, swimming pools, furniture, fixtures and equipment (such as kitchen appliances, etc.) that are not permanently attached under the general building contract.









Low Brick, concrete block, metal stud panels, little ornamentation

Small lobby, some carpet and tile, typical economy facility



Average Face brick, metal, concrete or EIFS panels, plain exterior



Heat pump system

Good Face brick, metal or good concrete or stucco panels,

Typical good commercial or motor hotel, few public rooms

Lighting & plumbing above code, standard fixtures, some extras


Excellent Metal or stone, heat-absorbent or double glazing

Fine detail and carpet, good plaster and wall coverings, some custom suites

Best lighting, TV circuits, wet bar, top-quality plumbing


Occupancy Reference




Low Brick, concrete block, synthetic plaster, little ornamentation

Small lobby, some carpet and tile, typical economy facility



Average Face brick, metal, concrete or EIFS panels, plain exterior



Heat pump system

Good Face brick, metal or good concrete or stucco panels

Typical good commercial or motor hotel, few public rooms



Excellent Metal or stone, heat-absorbent or double glazing

Fine detail and carpet, good plaster and wall coverings, some custom suites

Best lighting, TV circuits, wet bar, top quality plumbing




Low Brick or concrete block

Painted block, some carpet and tile


Individual heat pumps

Average Block or brick, standard front, small lobby, vending area




Good Brick, metal or concrete and glass, good trim and entrance

Typical good motor hotel or all suites, few public rooms


Heat pump system

Excellent Metal or concrete panels, stone, brick, individual design









Drywall, wood or asphalt tile


Individual heat pumps

Average Siding or stucco, standard front, small lobby, vending area




Good Brick veneer, EIFS, metal and glass, good entrance and trim

Typical good motor hotel or all suites, few public rooms


Heat pump system




Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition, breakfast hospitality area only



596 Shell, Apartment (High Rise)

This occupancy, together with occupancy 989 (Interior Space, Apartment High Rise), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for an apartment (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 300 (Apartment High Rise), which includes both the shell and tenant improvement costs.

High Rise apartment shells are structures with three or more stories of multiple dwelling units. The structures are built of all construction classes. Each dwelling unit consists of its own separate living area and kitchen facility. Normally, structures over three stories have elevators, but this depends on the height of the building and the need for transportation to the upper levels. These shell structures have finished lobby areas, interior hall access to dwelling units and some type of stairway for fire exit. Although apartments built as condominiums sometimes are required by building and zoning codes to have certain items not required for rental units, basically, “condominium” is a type of ownership and not a type of construction and the apartment costs are valid.

The following are not included in the costs: Appliances, fireplaces, canopies, balconies, swimming pools, yard improvements and any developers’ or soft costs related to a type of ownership such as condominium.


Occupancy Reference








Low Minimum-cost walls and fenestration, very plain

Drywall, paint or paper, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition, plain lobbies

Minimum lobby lighting, few core extras

None

Average Brick, concrete or metal and glass, steel stud panels, some trim

Drywall or plaster, vinyl, terrazzo, carpet, adequate entry lobby

Average-intensity core lighting, average service fixtures

None

Good Good metal and solar glass, face brick, best precast concrete panels

Plaster, paneling, vinyl, good pavers, terrazzo, carpet, good entry & lobbies

Good fluorescent core ceilings, adequate service fixtures

None

Excellent Best metal or stone curtain panels, solar glass, good ornamentation

Plaster, best veneers, vinyl, best marble and carpet, top lobby finishes


None



Low Minimum-cost walls, precast elements and fenestration, very plain

Drywall, paint or paper, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition, plain lobbies


None



Average Brick, concrete or metal and glass panels, some trim, entry ornament



None

Good Good metal and solar glass, face brick, best precast concrete panels



None

Excellent Best metal or stone curtain panels, tinted glass, good ornamentation



None



Low Masonry bearing walls, light rafters, minimum fenestration, very plain

Drywall, paint or paper, acoustic ceilings, vinyl comp., plain lobbies


None

Average Steel or concrete frame, or bearing walls, some trim



None

Good Steel frame or bearing walls, brick/ conc. panels, some ornamentation



None

Excellent Steel frame, masonry and glass, stone ornamentation, high quality



None



Low Low-cost siding or stucco, minimum fenestration, very plain

Drywall, paint or paper, acoustic ceilings, vinyl comp., plain lobbies


None

Occupancy Reference



Average Frame and stucco, little trim, standard design



None

Good Frame or bearing wall, good stucco or siding with trim



None

Excellent Steel or wood frame, best stucco or siding and masonry trim



None

Masonry Veneer

Average Brick veneer, little trim, standard design



None

Good Good brick veneer with ornamentation



None

Excellent Steel or wood frame, face brick or stone veneer



None



Average Sandwich walls, fenestration to code, little trim



None

Good Best insulated sandwich walls, good fenestration, good frame



None



597 Mixed Retail with Office Units

These structures are generally two-story or three-story buildings with retail use on the first level and one or more office units on the upper levels.

The following are not included in the costs: Signs, office or retail furnishings, and trade fixtures.








Low Brick or block, bearing walls, very plain fronts, simple design

Low-cost general retail and basic offices above, no extras


Forced air

Average Brick or block, bearing or light frame, plain storefronts

Average retail mix and finishes, few extras, standard offices above

Adequate lighting, some plumbing per unit

Package A.C.

Good Face brick, best block, some mansard trim, good display fronts

Above-average retail finishes, good office units above


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Low Low-cost wood or stucco, very plain, small fronts, simple design

Low-cost general retail and basic offices above, no extras


Forced air

Average Stucco, siding, plain storefronts, minimum fenestration



Package A.C.

Good Best siding, EIFS, masonry veneer, good trim and display fronts

Above-average retail finishes, good office units above


Package A.C.

Class M (Mill Type)





Hot water

598 Relocatable Classroom

These relocatable buildings are designed as classroom structures, typically found in school facilities, and are generally smaller and utilitarian in scope. The lower qualities are generally composed of light mobile/modular structures with minimal finishes. The better qualities will have good modular frames with well-finished walls and floors, good acoustical ceilings, good lighting, cabling, and plumbing fixtures.

The following are not included in the costs: Exterior ramps, landings or steps.











Lowest Metal siding on light studs, mobile structure

Low-cost paneling or drywall, vinyl composition, no partitions

Minimum electrical to code, no plumbing


Low Low-cost siding on studs, metal roof

Drywall or paneling, acoustic tile, vinyl composition

Minimum classroom lighting and cabling, no plumbing


Average Standard siding and fenestration, little trim

Drywall, tack board, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and signaling system


Good Siding or stucco, some trim, modular structure

Drywall, vinyl wall coverings, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl

Good fluorescent fixtures and wet sink, few extra features


Excellent Good siding or stucco panels on good modular frame

Drywall, good wall coverings and boards, good carpet and vinyl

Best classroom lighting and cabling systems, some plumbing

Package A.C.

599 Relocatable Office

These relocatable buildings are designed as office structures, typically found in school facilities, and are generally smaller and utilitarian in scope. The lower qualities are generally composed of light mobile/modular structures with minimal finishes. The better qualities will have good modular frames with well-finished walls and floors, good acoustical ceilings, good lighting, cabling, and plumbing fixtures.

The following are not included in the costs: Exterior ramps, landings or steps.


Occupancy Reference









Lowest Metal siding on light studs, mobile structure

Low-cost paneling or drywall, vinyl composition, few partitions

Minimum electrical to code, few plumbing fixtures


Low Low-cost siding on studs, metal roof

Drywall partitions, paint, acoustic tile, vinyl composition tile

Minimum office lighting, cabling and plumbing


Average Standard siding and fenestration, little trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl composition

Adequate lighting and outlets, plumbing and signal system


Good Siding or stucco, some trim, modular structure

Drywall, vinyl wall covering, acoustic tile, carpet and vinyl

Good lighting and outlets, good signal systems and restrooms

Package A.C.

Excellent Good siding or stucco panels on good modular frame

Drywall, good vinyl and paneling, good flooring, many private offices

Good lighting, cabling, many outlets and plumbing, some extras

Heat pump system

600 Administration Building

These buildings are designed for the administrative office functions for a school plant or board. The interior finish may have plaster or drywall and, depending on the quality, utilize paneling and special wall covering. The better facilities will have good meeting rooms and private offices.



Floor finishes are carpet, terrazzo or vinyl. Ceiling finishes vary with the quality. Luminous ceilings and high intensity fluorescent lighting are found in the better qualities.

In the restrooms, both the number and quality of fixtures generally correspond to the quality of the building. Typically, the restroom areas have ceramic tile floor finish. At all quality levels, metal partitions and commercial plumbing fixtures can be found.

Most offices have a combined heating and cooling system.


The following are other office occupancies: 327 Governmental Building 344 Office Building 597 Mixed Retail with Office Units 492 Shell, Office Building 993 Interior Space, Office Building 544 Office-Apartment (Motel) 554 Shed Office Structure 599 Relocatable Office








Low Precast concrete, block, little trim, minimum-cost fenestration

Drywall, acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition tile, very plain

Minimum office lighting, cabling, security and plumbing


Occupancy Reference




Average partitions, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some paneled offices

Average fluorescent lighting, signal system, average restrooms



Drywall or plaster, good veneers, acoustic tile, vinyl tile, carpet

Good fluorescent, high-intensity lighting, cabling, good restrooms



Plaster, best paneling, vinyl wall coverings, vinyl, terrazzo, carpet

Luminous ceilings, many outlets, cabling, private restrooms




Low Masonry bearing walls, light rafters, little trim



Package A.C.



Adequate lighting and outlets, plumbing and signal systems

Heat pump system


Plaster or drywall, some paneled offices, vinyl composition, carpet

Good lighting and outlets, good tiled restrooms and signal system



Plaster, carpet and terrazzo, suspended ceilings, paneled boardrooms

Best office lighting and cabling systems, best plumbing




Low Light stucco or siding on wood or steel studs, little trim



Package A.C.







Heat pump system






Plaster, carpet and terrazzo, suspended ceilings, paneled boardrooms

Best office lighting and cabling systems, best plumbing







Package A.C.




Heat pump system






Package A.C.




Heat pump system





Occupancy Reference


700 Mall Anchor Department Store

These buildings are often one or two stories that are a transition between the pure discount store and the old full-line department store. The front elevations usually vary with the quality of the store. The higher quality anchor stores have some display areas and fronts while, at the lower quality levels, the entries are relatively plain.

Most anchor stores have some elevators and escalators. Floor coverings are a mixture of carpet and resilient tile, with the better qualities utilizing high-traffic type floor finishes such as terrazzo. Anchor stores generally have combined heating and cooling systems and good store lighting. Allowances are included for suitable office and employee areas and restroom facilities.

The following are related occupancies: 318 Department Store 319 Discount Store 353 Retail Store 458 Warehouse Discount Store 534 Warehouse Showroom Store

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs, trade fixtures and retail or food service equipment.








Low Brick, concrete, EIFS or block, little trim, plain entries, no displays

Painted, some drywall, acoustic and VCT, typical big box or jr. dept. store


Package A.C.




Average Brick, concrete or face block, some entry display and mall front trim only

Drywall, some covering, acoustic tile, some carpet, vinyl, wood or ceramic

Adequate lighting, outlets and plumbing fixtures


Good Brick, concrete or metal and glass, adequate entry displays

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, rubber or vinyl, some wood or carpet

Good display lighting and restrooms




Low Tilt-up, concrete or block, some EIFS trim, plain entries, no displays



Package A.C.

Average Brick, concrete or face block, some entry display and mall front trim only

Drywall, some coverings, acoustic tile, some carpet or vinyl



Good Brick, stucco on block, concrete panels, adequate entry displays

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, some carpet, vinyl, wood or ceramic





Low Stucco, EIFS or siding, very plain, plain entries, no displays



Package A.C.

Average Good siding, masonry trim, some entry displays and mall front trim only

Drywall, some coverings, acoustic tile, some carpet or vinyl



Occupancy Reference



Good Brick veneer, EIFS or best siding, adequate entry displays

Drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, some carpet, vinyl, wood or ceramic





Low Metal panels, little trim, plain entries, no displays



Package A.C.

710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex

These are three stories or less and include a mix of independent, assisted living, including facilities for Alzheimer’s or dementia patients and skilled nursing living units, with fitness and care facilities commensurate with the quality. The better qualities have good lounges, craft and game areas, beauty parlor and therapy rooms and fitness rooms. They also have plaster, paneling, good detailing in molding and trim, and high cost floor finishes.

These structures commonly have solid masonry or wood frame walls (Class C and D). Some of the special refinements found include task lighting, railings, intercoms, television jacks and antennas, emergency call systems and nursing stations.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, built-in appliances, balconies, furnishings, and kitchen, laundry, therapy or recreation equipment.

The following are related occupancies: 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise), for independent living 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise), for assisted living 330 Home for the Elderly, for high-rise assisted living 313 Convalescent Hospital, for skilled nursing facilities










Low Block or brick, standard sash, asphalt shingle roof

Drywall or plaster, carpet, vinyl comp., good senior and assisted mix

Adequate lighting & plumbing, alarm, good activity facilities


Fair Brick or block, some trim, asphalt shingle or built-up roof

Plaster/drywall, carpet, vinyl comp., senior, assisted with special care

Adequate lighting & plumbing, complete fitness/care facilities

Package A.C.

Average Good brick/stucco on block, good trim, roof structure and roofing

Good plaster or drywall, painted, good senior, assisted mix, some skilled

Good lighting & plumbing, good extras, emergency call system

Heat pump system

Good Face brick, concrete/metal panels, good roof structure and roofing

Good plaster, paper, paneling, carpet, complete retirement care complex

Good lighting, alarm, skilled care, some special fixtures

Warm and cool air



Low Stucco or siding, standard sash, asphalt shingles or built-up rock




Fair Stucco or siding, some trim, average code construction

Plaster/drywall, vinyl comp., carpet, senior, assisted with special care


Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Average Good stucco/siding, some brick or stone trim, good roof



Heat pump system

Good Best stucco or siding, brick and stone trim, heavy basic structure



Warm and cool air

Masonry Veneer

Low Brick veneer, little trim, standard sash, asphalt shingle




Fair Brick veneer, some ornamentation, average code construction

Plaster/drywall, carpet, vinyl comp., senior, assisted with special care


Package A.C.

Average Good brick veneer and fenestration, good roof structure and roofing



Heat pump system

Good Face brick, stone veneer, good wood or steel frame and roof



Warm and cool air



Fair Sandwich panels, adequate fenestration

Drywall, carpet, vinyl composition, senior, assisted with special care


Package A.C.

Average Good sandwich panels on pre-engineered frame, good fenestration

Gypsum board and plastics, carpet, senior, assisted mix, some skilled


Heat pump system



718 Banquet Hall

These clubhouse type structures are general-purpose recreation hall buildings. These buildings generally have kitchen facilities, large multi-purpose general use (meeting/dining) room with a stage area at the better qualities, and multiple restrooms. Better quality banquet halls may have moveable partition walls and some small storage, coat rooms and office.


The following are related occupancies: 311 Clubhouse 323 Fraternal Building 514 Community Recreation Center 985 Senior Clubhouse Center 516 Fellowship Hall




Typical Lives: Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 35 30 -- -- 30 30 -- Average -- -- 40 35 -- -- 35 35 -- Good -- -- 45 40 -- -- 40 40 -- Excellent

-- -- 50 45 -- -- 45 45 --




Low Cheap brick or block, very plain, small entry

Low-cost food prep. area, minimum recreation hall finish, asphalt tile


Forced air

Average Brick, block, tilt-up, plain building and front

Typical neighborhood rental hall, vinyl composition, small kitchen

Adequate lighting and outlets, small restrooms, service bar, coatroom

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference



Good Brick, concrete or metal and glass panels, some ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, small stage area, vinyl composition

Good lighting and service outlets, tiled restrooms, full kitchen

Heat pump

Excellent Individual design, brick, good, metal and glass, ornamentation



Warm and cool



Low Cheap stucco or siding, very plain construction, small entry



Forced air

Average Stucco or siding, plain building and front



Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, vinyl composition, small stage area


Heat pump

Excellent Individual design, brick veneer, good, metal and glass, ornamentation


Good fixtures, good restrooms w/good-quality fixtures and tile


Class P (Pole Frame):


Low Pole frame, good metal panels lined and insulated, plain entry



Forced air





Low Finished interior, very plain construction, small entry



Forced air




Package A.C.


Drywall, carpet and vinyl composition, small stage area


Heat pump

719 Modular Restaurant

These prefabricated stainless steel diners have limited consumption or dining area in relation to the preparation area. Vestibules commensurate with the quality are included, except in the low quality. The average modular restaurant normally includes some outer roof dome, but no large separate canopies and carports. The lower qualities are built to minimum building and health codes. The median area for a modular restaurant is 1,850 square feet with a range of 840 to 2950 square feet. The average area per seat is 21 square feet with a typical range of 15 to 28 square feet. These buildings have suitable work space and restroom facilities.

The following are not included in the costs: Canopies, kitchen equipment, restaurant fixtures, furniture and signs.

The following related occupancies: 529 Snack Bar 349 Fast Food Restaurant





Occupancy Reference


Typical Lives: Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 30 -- Average -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 30 -- Good -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 30 -- Excellent -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 35 --




Low Stainless steel panels, steel roof

Low-cost preparation area, minimum finish, vinyl composition tile


Package A.C.

Average Stainless steel panels, steel roof, small vestibule

Drywall, paneling, acoustic tile, some pavers, vinyl composition tile


Package A.C.

Good Stainless steel panels and roof, stainless steel vestibule

Drywall, paneling, some ornamentation, good vinyl and ceramic floors


Package A.C.

Excellent Stainless steel panels and dome roof, large stainless steel and glass vestibule

Good detail, metal and acoustic, vinyl and ceramic tile

Good electrical illumination, plumbing and restrooms

Package A.C.

720 Mega Warehouse Discount Store

These structures are very large discount stores of warehouse type construction, over 200,000 square feet, with minimal interior partitioning. Low quality structures are unfinished shell types with minimum code throughout. Better qualities have partitioned offices and some finished sales areas for specialty personal products, auto supplies, groceries and fast food/snack bar outlets commensurate with the quality.

The following are not included in the costs: Furnishings, signs, built-in coolers or refrigerated storage, trade fixtures and checkout or food service equipment.

The following are related occupancies: 458 Warehouse Discount Store 533 Warehouse Food Store



534 Warehouse Showroom Store 319 Discount Store 446 Supermarket




Typical Lives: Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 30 -- -- -- -- 30 -- Average -- -- 35 -- -- -- -- 30 -- Good -- -- 35 -- -- -- -- 30 -- Excellent -- -- 35 -- -- -- -- 30 --




Low Large tilt-up, light panelized const., built-up roof, exposed insulation

Painted walls or unfinished, small offices, hardened slab throughout

Adequate lighting and plumbing fixtures, food services, snack bar

Space heaters

Average Open steel or wood frame, block or tilt-up, good roof, web joists

Painted walls, some partitions, offices, some vinyl composition and acoustic

Adequate lighting, restrooms, small snack bar or deli/fast food outlet

Forced air

Good Decorative block, tilt-up, open frame, small front, some trim

Painted walls, partitioned departments, partial finished ceilings, vinyl floors

Good fluorescent lighting, outlets and restrooms, good extras

Package A.C.

Occupancy Reference




Low Rigid steel frame, good metal siding and roof, exposed insulation

Unfinished, small offices, hardened slab throughout, retail, auto, foods

Adequate lighting and plumbing fixtures, food services, snack bar

Space heaters

Average Good steel frame, siding and fenestration, bar or web joints

Painted walls, some partitions, offices, some vinyl composition and acoustic

Adequate lighting, restrooms small snack bar or deli/fast food outlet

Forced air

774 Shell, Town House, End Unit

This occupancy, together with occupancy 988 (Interior Space, Town House, End Unit), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for an end unit townhouse (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 401 (Town House, End Unit), which includes both the shell and the tenant improvement costs.

These shells are low-rise with three or fewer stories for townhouse dwelling units. The light residential framed structures are built of class C and D construction. Each dwelling unit consists of its own separate living area, baths, and kitchen. Interior build-out costs can be added using occupancy 988 (Interior Space, Town House, End Unit) in an additional section.

Enter the floor area, shape and number of stories entries for the individual unit, not the entire building. Although townhouses built as condominiums sometime are required by building and zoning codes to have certain items not required for rental units, basically, “condominium” is a type of ownership and not a type of construction and the townhouse costs are valid.

The following are not included in the costs: Elevators, interior living unit finished build-out, exterior balconies, separate recreational and service facilities and equipment, swimming pools, yard improvements and any developers’ or soft costs related to a type of ownership, such as condominium.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit



986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit









Bare structure, minimum sound insulation

Rough electrical and plumbing, no common area fixtures

None


Bare structure, adequate sound insulation

Rough electrical and plumbing, some outside outlets, fixtures

None


Bare structure, some good sound insulation

Rough-ins, some good common exterior area fixtures/lighting

None


Bare structure, good level floors, sound insulation

Rough-ins, good exterior area building lighting and fixtures

None



Fair Low-cost siding, roof, sash



None

Occupancy Reference






None




None

Excellent Best stucco or siding, brick or stone trim, heavy roof, tile, slate metal



None

775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit

This occupancy, together with occupancy 986 (Interior Space, Town House, Inside), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for an inside unit townhouse (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 354 (Town House, Inside Unit), which includes both the shell and the tenant improvement costs.

These shells are low-rise with three or fewer stories for townhouse dwelling units. The light residential framed structures are built of Class C and D construction. Each dwelling unit consists of its own separate living area, baths, and kitchen. Interior build-out costs can be added using occupancy 988 (Interior Space, Town House, End Unit) in an additional section.

Enter the floor area, shape and number of stories entries for the individual unit, not the entire building. Although townhouses built as condominiums sometime are required by building and zoning codes to have certain items not required for rental units, basically, “condominium” is a type of ownership and not a type of construction and the townhouse costs are valid.

The following are not included in the costs: Elevators, interior living unit finished build-out, exterior balconies, separate recreational and service facilities and equipment, swimming pools, yard improvements and any developers’ or soft costs related to a type of ownership, such as condominium.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit



774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit











None




None




None




None

Occupancy Reference




Fair Low-cost siding, roof, sash



None




None




None

Excellent Best stucco or siding, brick or stone trim, heavy roof, tile, slate metal



None

984 Luxury Apartment (High Rise)

High Rise luxury apartments are structures with three or more floors of multiple dwelling units, typically owner or time-share occupied. Each dwelling unit consists of its own separate living area and kitchen facility. Normally, structures over three stories have elevators, but this depends on the height of the building and the need for transportation to the upper levels. These structures have a lobby area, hall access to dwelling units and some type of stairway for fire exit. Although apartments built as co-ops, condominiums, or time-shares sometimes are required by building and zoning codes to have certain items not required for typical rental units, basically, "condominium" is a type of ownership and not a type of construction and the luxury apartment costs are valid.

The following are not included in the costs: Appliances, fireplaces, canopies, balconies, swimming pools, yard improvements and any developers' or soft costs related to a type of ownership such as condominium.

The following are related occupancies: 300 Apartment (High Rise) 352 Multiple Residence (Low Rise) 459 Multiple Residential Units Mixed with Retail 451 Multiple Residence, Senior Citizen (Low Rise), for independent living 589 Multiple Residence, Assisted Living (Low Rise), for assisted living 330 Home for the Elderly, for high-rise assisted living 710 Multiple Residence, Retirement Community Complex










Average Good metal and solar glass, face brick, precast concrete panels, EIFS

Good interior detail, carpet, ceramic tile, some vinyl and fine hardwood



Good Best metal or stone, brick or block backup, solar glass, best lobby

Finest interior detail, hardwoods, ceramic, custom carpet, built-ins

Master antennas, fine fixtures, more than one bath per bedroom




Average Good metal and solar glass, face brick, precast concrete panels, EIFS

Good interior detail, carpet, ceramic tile, some vinyl and fine hardwood



Good Best metal or stone, brick or block backup, solar glass, best lobby

Finest interior detail, hardwoods, ceramic, custom carpet, built-ins



Occupancy Reference




Average Stone, brick, metal and glass, individual design, good lobby

Good plaster, paneling/paper, vinyl, carpeting or hardwood, some extras



Good Good masonry and glass, good ornamentation and lobby

Good interior detail, sheet vinyl, ceramic tile/carpet, paneling, fine hardwood

Master antennas, extra fixtures, one full bath per bedroom


Excellent Best stones, metal, solar glass, highly ornamented lobby

Best interior detail, hardwoods, ceramic, carpet, built-ins





Average Good stucco or siding, brick and stone trim, good lobby




Good Good EIFS or sidings, good ornamentation and lobby


Master antennas, extra fixtures, more than one bath per bedroom


Excellent Best EIFS, stone trim, highly ornamental lobby




Masonry Veneer

Average Face brick or stone veneer, individual design, good lobby







Good Good veneers and trim, good ornamentation and lobby


Master antennas, extra fixtures, more than one bath per bedroom


Excellent Best brick or stone veneer, highly ornamental lobby




985 Senior Clubhouse Center

Senior centers are municipal-type clubhouses for senior citizens. These buildings generally have light kitchen facilities, a large multi-purpose general use room with stage, and multiple restrooms. Better quality centers have moveable partition walls and some additional small meeting rooms or offices.


The following are related occupancies: 311 Clubhouse 323 Fraternal Building 514 Community Recreation Center





Occupancy Reference





Low Brick, block, tilt-up, some trim

Painted walls, vinyl composition


Forced air

Average Brick, block, concrete panels, small entrance

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl composition, small stage

Adequate lighting and plumbing, restrooms and kitchen

Package A.C.


Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, vinyl, meeting rooms, stage

Tiled restrooms, good kitchen, lighting and plumbing

Heat pump system


Plaster, tile pavers, hardwood, carpet, good stage, activity rooms, lobby

Tiled restrooms, many fixtures, full kitchen, special lighting, alarms





Drywall, vinyl composition


Forced air

Average Brick veneer, stucco or siding, small entrance

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, carpet, vinyl composition, small stage

Adequate lighting and plumbing, restrooms and kitchen

Package A.C.

Good Brick veneer, good stucco or siding, ornamentation

Plaster or drywall, carpet, hardwood, vinyl, meeting room, stage

Tiled restrooms, good kitchen, lighting and plumbing

Heat pump system

Excellent Stone or brick veneer, metal and glass panels, top quality

Plaster, tile pavers, hardwood, carpet, good stage, activity rooms, lobby

Tiled restrooms, many fixtures, full kitchen, special lighting, alarms




986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit

This occupancy, together with occupancy 775 (Shell, Town House, Inside Unit), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for a townhouse (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 354 (Town House, Inside Unit), which includes both the shell and tenant improvement costs.

The lower qualities typically have low-cost partitions, floor covers, minimal cabinetry, kitchen and one bath or a bath and one-half for each unit, regardless of the number of bedrooms. The better qualities have plaster, paneling, good detailing in molding and trim, high cost floor finishes, and full kitchen and dining rooms. Some of the special refinements found in the better qualities include intercoms, television jacks and antennas, and at least one bath per bedroom.

Enter the floor area, shape and number of stories for the individual unit, not for the entire building.

The following are not included in the costs: Fireplaces, built-in appliances and furnishings.

The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit






Occupancy Reference




Rank Interior Finish Mechanicals HVAC

Fair Low-cost partitions, paint, vinyl composition, low-cost carpet, minimal counters and shelving

Standard lighting and plumbing per codes

Electric baseboard

Average Average drywall, vinyl composition, carpet, adequate shelving, counters, small dining area and kitchen, adequate bedrooms and bath

Adequate lighting/plumbing, standard fixtures, TV jacks

Forced air

Good Plaster or drywall, good partitions, paneling, carpet, tile or vinyl, good room sizes, some good cabinetry and shelving, laundry area

Good lighting, one bath per two bedrooms, TV jacks

Package A.C.

Excellent High-cost partitions and wall and floor finishes, large dining area, kitchen, good master bedroom and bath, good cabinetry, closets, some extras

Good fixtures, many outlets, one bath per bedroom, TV jacks

Warm and cool air





Electric baseboard



Forced air



Package A.C.



Warm and cool air



987 Interior Space, Multiple Residence (Low Rise)

This occupancy, together with occupancy 587 (Shell, Multiple Residence), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for a multiple residence (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 352 (Multiple Residence), which includes both the shell and tenant improvement costs.

The lower qualities typically have low-cost partitions, floor covers, minimal cabinetry, open kitchen offset and one bath or a bath and one-half for each unit, regardless of the number of bedrooms. The better qualities have plaster, paneling, good detailing in molding and trim, high cost floor finishes, and full kitchen and dining rooms. Some of the special refinements found in the better qualities include intercoms, television jacks and antennas, and at least one bath per bedroom.







All Classes:

Rank Interior Finish Lighting and Plumbing HVAC

Fair Low-cost partitions, paint, vinyl composition, low-cost carpet, minimal counters and shelving, open kitchen offset

Adequate standard lighting and plumbing per good codes

Electric baseboard


Adequate lighting and plumbing, phone and TV jacks

Forced air

Occupancy Reference



Good Plaster or drywall, good partitions, paneling, carpet, tile or vinyl, good room sizes, some good cabinetry and shelving

Good lighting, one bath per bedroom, TV jacks

Package A.C.


Good fixtures, many outlets, some extras, TV jacks

Warm and cool air

988 Interior Space, Town House, End Unit

This occupancy, together with occupancy 774 (Shell, Town House, End Unit), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for a townhouse (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 401 (Town House, End Unit), that includes both the shell and tenant improvement costs.

The lower qualities typically have low-cost partitions, floor covers, minimal cabinetry, kitchen and one bath or a bath and one-half for each unit, regardless of the number of bedrooms. The better qualities have plaster, paneling, good detailing in molding and trim, high cost floor finishes, and full kitchen and dining rooms. Some of the special refinements found in the better qualities include intercoms, television jacks and antennas, and at least one bath per bedroom.

Enter the floor area, shape and number of stories entries for the individual unit, not for the entire building.


The following related occupancies are available in Agricultural Estimator: 354 Town House, Inside Unit 401 Town House, End Unit 546 Senior Citizen Town House, End Unit 547 Senior Citizen Town House, Inside Unit 548 Urban Row House, Detached 549 Urban Row House, End Unit 550 Urban Row House, Inside Unit 774 Shell, Town House, End Unit 775 Shell, Town House, Inside Unit 986 Interior Space, Town House, Inside Unit













Electric baseboard



Forced air



Package A.C.



Warm and cool air





Electric baseboard

Occupancy Reference





Forced air



Package A.C.



Warm and cool air

989 Interior Space, Apartment (High Rise)

This occupancy, together with occupancy 596 (Shell, Apartment High Rise), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for an apartment (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 300 (Apartment High Rise), which includes both the shell and tenant improvement costs.

The lower qualities typically have low-cost partitions, floor covers, minimal cabinetry, small open kitchen and one bath or a bath and one-half for each unit, regardless of the number of bedrooms. The better qualities have plaster, paneling, good detailing in molding and trim, high cost floor finishes, and full kitchen and dining rooms. Some of the special refinements found in the better qualities include intercoms, television jacks and antennas, and at least one bath per bedroom.











Low Low-cost partitions, paint, vinyl composition, low-cost carpet, minimal counters and shelving, small kitchen area, one bath per unit

Adequate standard lighting and plumbing per good codes

Hot water


Adequate lighting and plumbing, phone and TV jacks

Heat pump system

Good Plaster or drywall, good partitions, paneling, carpet, tile or vinyl, good room sizes, some good cabinetry and shelving, powder room



Excellent High-cost partitions and wall and floor finishes, formal dining area, kitchen, good master bedroom and bath, good cabinetry, closets, some extras





Low Low-cost partitions, paint, vinyl composition, low-cost carpet, minimal counters and shelving, small kitchen area





Forced air

Good Plaster or drywall, good partitions, paneling, carpet, tile or vinyl, good room sizes, some good cabinetry and shelving


Heat pump system

Occupancy Reference



Excellent High-cost partitions and wall and floor finishes, formal dining area, kitchen, good master bedroom and bath, good cabinetry, closets, some extras



990 Interior Space, Neighborhood Shopping Center 991 Interior Space, Community Shopping Center 992 Interior Space, Regional Shopping Center


993 Interior Space, Office Building

This occupancy, together with occupancy 492 (Shell, Office Building), allows you to individually price the shell and the tenant improvement costs for an office building (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to occupancy 344 (Office Building), which includes both the shell and tenant improvement costs.

Office building build-out finish costs include typical partition density and finishes commensurate with the quality. Floor finishes are carpet, terrazzo or vinyl. Ceiling finishes vary with the quality. Luminous ceilings and high intensity fluorescent lighting are found in the better qualities.

Most offices have a combined heating and cooling system while the lower cost structures have heating only.











Low Low-cost partitions, paint, suspended ceiling, vinyl composition, low-cost carpet, minimal counters and shelving, low-density build-out, minimum workletter finishes

Minimum lighting and outlets, few extras, small break room


Average Average drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or carpet, adequate shelving and counters, small reception area, few plain meeting rooms, typical clerical

Adequate lighting and outlets, average break room and fixtures


Good Good plaster, partitions, paneling, suspended acoustic, carpet, tile or vinyl, good reception and meeting-room space, good cabinetry, some communication room build-out

Good fluorescent lighting, wiring, outlets and cabling, some extras


Excellent High-cost partitions, insulated, many private suites, high-density build-out, many workstations, best conference and reception finishes, standard administrative areas

Good private office lighting and restrooms, best upgrades




Low Low-cost partitions, paint, suspended ceiling, vinyl composition, low-cost carpet, minimal counters and shelving, low-density build-out

Minimum lighting and plumbing, few extras, small restrooms


Average Average drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or carpet, adequate shelving, counters, small reception area, few plain management and meeting rooms, typical clerical

Adequate lighting and outlets, average restrooms and fixtures

Forced air

Occupancy Reference



Good Plaster or drywall, good partitions, paneling, suspended acoustic, carpet, tile or vinyl, good reception and meeting-room space, some good cabinetry and management offices

Good fluorescent lighting, outlets, average break room and fixtures

Package A.C.

Excellent High-cost partitions, conference and reception finishes, standard administrative areas, good workstations, break room, some private suites, high-density build-out

Good fluorescent lighting, wiring, outlets and cabling, good extras


994 Interior Space, Industrial Building

This occupancy, together with occupancy 454 (Shell, Industrial Building), allows you to individually price the shell and the office/support space costs for an industrial building (in separate sections of the report). This provides an alternative to the following occupancies, which include both the shell and office/support space costs:

494 Industrial Light Manufacturing 406 Storage Warehouse 407 Distribution Warehouse

Industrial office build-out costs include typical partition density and finish commensurate with the quality. This includes suitable locker, break and lunchroom facilities to accommodate the personnel load. Offices are single story. For additional office or storage area above office, add the following mezzanine components:

761 Office Mezzanine for stacked offices, metal structure and concrete floor 759 Mezzanine for stacked offices, wood structure and floor decking 763 Storage Mezzanine for storage area, softwood flooring








All Classes:


Low Low-cost partitions, paint, suspended ceiling, vinyl composition, minimal counters and shelving

Minimum lighting and plumbing, few extras, small restroom


Average Average drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, vinyl composition or carpet, adequate shelving and counters

Adequate lighting and outlets, average restrooms and fixtures

Forced Air

Good Good plaster, partitions, paneling, suspended acoustic, carpet, tile or vinyl, good meeting or showroom space

Good fluorescent lighting, good restrooms and fixtures, some tile

Package A.C.

Excellent Good executive suites, cafeteria, glazed finishes, hardwoods

Good fixtures, kitchen, some extras

Heat pump

Occupancy Reference


Shopping Centers

Overview

Shopping centers are buildings designed for a group of commercial enterprises and developed as a unit. Complete centers are broken down into the following three individual sections, each of which is priced separately:

• Principal or major tenant buildings, generally referred to as anchors or magnets, which are priced separately using the appropriate occupancies (e.g., occupancy 318 for a Department Store or occupancy 319 for a Discount Store).

• General satellite or strip stores (shopping center buildings), which are priced using one of the four shopping center occupancies: Neighborhood Shopping Center, Community Shopping Center, Regional Shopping Center or Regional Discount Shopping Center.

• Mall or pedestrian concourse area.

There are two different methods of pricing the general satellite or strip stores:

• Using the complete cost occupancies, which include both the shell costs and the tenant improvement costs.

• Using separate occupancies for the shell costs and the tenant improvement costs (in two different sections of the report).

Complete Cost Occupancies

The following three occupancies include the complete cost of the general satellite or strip stores in a shopping center (both shell costs and tenant improvement costs).

412 Neighborhood Shopping Center

A neighborhood shopping center is typically a row of open stores comprising a single line of storefronts with individual service entrances in the rear. It is generally a small, one-story project that may or may not have a major anchor. Typical anchors in a neighborhood center include major markets, large drug stores (discount stores) and banks.

Shopping center costs are for the strip buildings only and include all necessary plumbing and electrical connections to provide for the operation of the satellites, including service areas. Trade fixtures and equipment pertinent to individual tenants are not included. The costs represent group averages of a typical mix of tenants (excluding major anchor occupancies). The following



are normally commensurate with the quality and type of anchors they support: The mix of general occupancies found within a center, the display or decorative storefronts, and the canopy-mansard overhang or ornamentation.


460 Shell, Neighborhood Shopping Center 990 Interior Space, Neighborhood Shopping Center

The typical tenant mixes for Neighborhood Shopping Centers are:

Retail 25% All general retail and specialty occupancies

Discount 15% Large drug, furniture, hardware, garden, etc.

Food 17% Market, convenience-specialty foods, delicatessen, bakery, florist, etc.

Food service 13% Restaurant, lounge, cafeteria, fast food outlets, etc.

Commercial 11% Office, financial, medical, post office, etc.

Personal services 14% Laundry, barber, beauty, repair shops, health clubs, etc.

Recreational 3% Theater, bowling, skating, clubhouse, day care, etc.

Miscellaneous 2% Storage and center service areas (office, security, etc.) including non-public access ways and restrooms

If the neighborhood shopping center includes an anchor, use the appropriate occupancies (e.g., 340 for market, 446 supermarket, 304 for bank, 319 for discount store, etc.).

If the shopping center has a mall concourse area, use the following mall components: 755 Open Mall 756 Covered Mall




Occupancy Reference


Typical Lives Class Rank A B C D H M P S W Low -- -- 35 30 -- 35 30 30 -- Average -- -- 40 35 -- 40 35 35 -- Good -- -- 45 40 -- 45 40 40 -- Excellent -- -- 45 40 -- 45 40 40 --




Low Low-cost fronts, block, tilt-up panels, bearing walls

Painted walls, drywall or acoustic tile, asphalt tile, few partitions

Minimum lighting, outlets and plumbing per unit

Forced air

Average Good block, tilt-up, bearing or light frame, plain fronts, some trim

Drywall, acoustic tile, VCT, some carpet and masonry partitions

Adequate lighting and outlets per unit, small restrooms

Package A.C.

Good Stucco or brick on block, light frame, good roof, mansard and storefronts

Drywall, some paneling, good VCT and acoustic tile, carpet

Good lighting and outlets per unit, small restrooms

Package A.C.



Low Low-cost wood or stucco, very plain, small fronts

Low-cost acoustic tile, asphalt tile, few partitions


Forced air

Average Pipe columns, web or bar joists, stucco or siding, plain fronts

Drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet and trim


Package A.C.

Good Stucco or brick veneer, light frame, good roof, mansard and storefronts

Drywall, some paneling, good VCT and acoustic tile, carpet

Good lighting and outlets per unit, small restrooms

Package A.C.



Class M (Mill Type)



Plaster, VCT, wood, some carpet, wainscot and trim


Hot water



Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior, small fronts

Drywall, low-cost tile, few partitions


Forced air



Low Metal siding, finished interior, small fronts

Drywall, low-cost tile, few partitions


Forced air

Average Good metal panels, some trim, plain fronts

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet and interior trim


Package A.C.

413 Community Shopping Center

A community shopping center is typically an intermediate group or cluster of stores (also called a plaza). It is generally a much larger and better-designed project than a neighborhood center. It usually supports at least one major anchor. Typical anchors in a community center include secondary or junior department or retail-discount stores and major restaurant buildings.

Shopping center costs are for the strip or plaza buildings only and include all necessary plumbing and electrical connections to provide for the operation of the satellites, including service areas. Trade fixtures and equipment pertinent to individual tenants are not included. The costs represent group averages of a typical mix of tenants (excluding major anchor occupancies). The following are normally commensurate with the quality and type of anchors they support: The mix of general occupancies found within a center, the display or decorative storefronts, and the canopy-mansard overhang or ornamentation.


Occupancy Reference


461 Shell, Community Shopping Center 991 Interior Space, Community Shopping Center

The typical tenant mixes for Community Shopping Centers are:






Personal services

7% Laundry, barber, beauty, repair shops, health clubs, etc.


Miscellaneous 2% Storage and center service areas (office, security, etc.) including non-public access ways and restrooms

If the community shopping center includes an anchor, use the appropriate occupancies (e.g., 319 for discount store, 350 for restaurant, etc.).

For the mall concourse area, use the following mall components: 755 Open Mall 756 Covered Mall


Marshall Valuation Service sections: 13 and 43








Low Adequate fronts, block, tilt-up panels, big-box center

Painted walls and roof deck, some acoustic, VCT, stained concrete


Package A.C.

Average Brick, block, stucco, best tilt-up, bearing or frame, adequate displays

Drywall or plaster, good tile ceilings, vinyl composition and carpet


Package A.C.

Good Face brick, best block/mansard ornamentation, good displays

Plaster and paneling, ornamental finishes, carpet, plain terrazzo

Extensive lighting and outlets, good plumbing


Excellent Stone, face brick, fine ornamentation and displays

Best plaster, ornamental ceilings, paneling, ceramic, hardwood, carpet

Special lighting and outlets, good plumbing




Average Good stucco or siding, masonry trim, adequate front facade

Drywall or plaster, good tile ceilings, vinyl composition and carpet


Package A.C.

Good Masonry veneer, staggered set-backs, good fronts, mansard fascia

Plaster and paneling, ornamental finishes, carpet, plain terrazzo



Excellent Best masonry veneer, fine ornamentation and displays

Best plaster, ornamental ceilings, paneling, ceramic, hardwood, carpet



Occupancy Reference




Average Sandwich panels, adequate display fronts, ornamentation

Acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet and interior trim


Package A.C.

414 Regional Shopping Center

A regional shopping center contains a large number of satellite stores in strips with one or more major department store buildings as anchors.

Shopping center costs are for the strip buildings only and include all necessary plumbing and electrical connections to provide for the operation of the satellites, including service areas. Trade fixtures and equipment pertinent to individual tenants are not included. The costs represent group averages of a typical mix of tenants (excluding major anchor occupancies). The following are normally commensurate with the quality and type of anchors they support: The mix of general occupancies found within a center, the display or decorative storefronts, and the canopy-mansard overhang or ornamentation.


462 Shell, Regional Shopping Center 992 Interior Space, Regional Shopping Center

The typical tenant mixes for Regional Shopping Centers are:






Personal services

3% Laundry, barber, beauty, repair shops, health clubs, etc.


Miscellaneous 7% Storage and center service areas (office, security,



etc.) including non-public access ways and restrooms

For the regional shopping center anchors, use the following occupancies: 318 Department Store 319 Discount Store 353 Retail Store 458 Warehouse Discount Store 534 Warehouse Showroom Store 700 Mall Anchor Department Store

For the mall concourse area, use the following mall components: 757 Enclosed Mall 755 Open Mall 756 Covered Mall







Good Brick, concrete, or metal and glass, good displays

Good partitions, acoustic ceilings, terrazzo, carpet, vinyl tile

Good lighting and outlets, adequate employees’ restrooms


Excellent Stone, face brick, best metal and glass, staggered display fronts

Best plaster and drywall, ornamental ceilings, paneling, carpet, hardwood

Special lighting, many good outlets, plumbing and restrooms


Occupancy Reference




Average Steel columns, web or bar joists, brick, block, tilt-up, adequate fronts

Acoustic ceilings, vinyl composition, some carpet and masonry partitions

Adequate lighting & plumbing, minimum service facilities

Package A.C.

Good Steel frame, brick, best block, stucco, good displays




Excellent Face brick, stone, staggered setbacks, fine display fronts

Plaster/drywall, ornamental ceilings, paneling, ceramic, carpet, hardwood

Special lighting and outlets, good plumbing and restrooms




Average Wood frame or steel columns, masonry trim, adequate fronts

Plaster or drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet and trim


Package A.C.

Good Steel or glulam frame, best stucco or siding, good display fronts




Excellent Brick veneer, EIFS, staggered setbacks, fine display fronts

Plaster/drywall, ornamental ceilings, paneling, ceramic, carpet, hardwood

Special lighting and outlets, good plumbing and restrooms




Average Sandwich panels, metal and glass, good ornamentation, displays

Good acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet and masonry partitions


Package A.C.



Separate Shell and Tenant Improvement Occupancies

The occupancies in each of the following pairs are used in conjunction with one another to separately price the shell and tenant improvements of the three types of shopping centers. When using one of these occupancy pairs, enter the shell occupancy in one section and the interior space occupancy in a second section.

460 Shell, Neighborhood Shopping Center 990 Interior Space, Neighborhood Shopping Center

Use this pair of occupancies to individually price the shell (occupancy 460) and tenant improvements (occupancy 990) for a Neighborhood Shopping Center.

A Neighborhood Shopping Center Shell (occupancy 460) is typically a row of open unfinished store spaces comprising a single line of storefronts with individual service entrances in the rear. It is generally a small, one-story project that may or may not support a major anchor. Typical anchors in a neighborhood center include major markets, large drug stores (discount stores) and banks.

The costs for the shell occupancy are for the strip shell buildings only and include only the necessary rough plumbing and electrical connections to provide for the operation of the satellites, including service areas. Interior finish consists of bare space with concrete floor, demising walls and storefront entries commensurate with the quality.

You can add interior retail space build-out (tenant improvement) costs using occupancy 990, which you must enter in a separate section. The costs for this occupancy represent group averages of a typical mix of tenant build-out costs only (excluding major anchor occupancies). The floor and ceiling finishes and finished electrical and plumbing are normally commensurate with the quality and type of general occupancies found within a center. Trade fixtures and equipment pertinent to individual tenants are not included.

The typical tenant mixes for Neighborhood Shopping Centers are:

Retail 25% All general retail and specialty occupancies Discount 15% Large drug, furniture, hardware, garden, etc. Food 17% Market, convenience-specialty foods, delicatessen,

bakery, florist, etc. Food service 13% Restaurant, lounge, cafeteria, fast food outlets, etc. Commercial 11% Office, financial, medical, post office, etc. Personal services 14% Laundry, barber, beauty, repair shops, health clubs, etc. Recreational 3% Theater, bowling, skating, clubhouse, day care, etc. Miscellaneous 2% Storage and center service areas (office, security, etc.)

including non-public access ways and restrooms

Occupancy Reference


If the neighborhood shopping center includes an anchor, use the appropriate occupancies (e.g., 340 for Market, 446 Supermarket, 304 for Bank, 319 for Discount Store, etc.).

If the shopping center has a mall concourse area, use the following mall components: 755 Open Mall 756 Covered Mall





Rank Selection Guide for Occupancy 460 (Shell, Neighborhood Shopping Center)



Lowest Light block or tilt-up, built-up cover, minimal openings, no storefronts

Bare space, dirt floor, no interior demising walls

Rough retail electrical and plumbing, few service outlets

None

Low Low-cost fronts, block, tilt-up panels, bearing walls, small fronts

Bare retail space, floor slab, some bare partitioning


None

Average Good block, tilt-up, bearing or light frame, plain fronts, some trim


Rough retail electrical and plumbing, some service outlets

None

Good Stucco or brick on block, light frame, good roof, mansard and storefronts



None





Lowest Low-cost siding, no storefronts



None

Low Low-cost wood or stucco, very plain, small fronts



None

Average Pipe columns, web or bar joists, stucco or siding, plain fronts



None



Lowest Pole frame, light metal utility siding, minimal openings, no storefronts



None

Low Pole frame, metal siding, finished interior, small plain fronts



None



Lowest Light pre-engineered building, no storefronts



None

Low Light pre-engineered frame, metal siding, finished, small plain fronts



None

Average Sandwich panels, some trim, plain fronts



None

Occupancy Reference


Rank Selection Guide for 990 (Interior Space, Neighborhood Shopping Center)

All Classes:


Low Painted walls, drywall or acoustic tile, asphalt or composition tile, few partitions


Forced air

Average Drywall or plaster, some good tile ceilings, vinyl composition and carpet


Package A.C.

Good Drywall or plaster, some paneling, ornamental finishes, carpet, plain terrazzo



Excellent Best plaster, ornamental ceilings, paneling, carpet, tile or hardwood



461 Shell, Community Shopping Center 991 Interior Space, Community Shopping Center

Use this pair of occupancies to individually price the shell (occupancy 461) and tenant improvements (occupancy 991) for a Community Shopping Center.

A Community Shopping Center Shell (occupancy 461) is typically an intermediate group or cluster of unfinished store spaces (also called a plaza). It is generally a much larger and better-designed project than a neighborhood center. It usually supports at least one major anchor. Typical anchors in a community center include secondary or junior department or retail-discount stores and major restaurant buildings.

Shopping center shell costs are for the strip or plaza shell buildings only and include only the necessary rough plumbing and electrical connections to provide for the operation of the satellites, including service areas and fixtures. Interior finish consists of bare space with concrete floor, demising walls and storefront entries commensurate with the quality.

You can add interior retail space build-out (tenant improvement) costs using occupancy 991, which you must enter in a different section. The costs for this occupancy represent group averages of a typical mix of tenant finishes only (excluding major anchor occupancies). The floor and ceiling finishes and finished electrical and plumbing are normally commensurate with the quality and type of general occupancies found within a center. Trade fixtures and equipment pertinent to individual tenants are not included.



The typical tenant mixes for Community Shopping Centers are:




If the community shopping center includes an anchor, use the appropriate occupancies (e.g., 319 for Discount Store, 350 for Restaurant, etc.).

For the mall concourse area, use the following mall components: 755 Open Mall 756 Covered Mall





Rank Selection Guide for occupancy 461 (Shell, Community Shopping Center)



Average Brick, block, stucco, best tilt-up, bearing or frame, adequate displays

Bare retail floor slab, some bare partitioning


None

Occupancy Reference



Good Face brick, best block, mansard ornamentation and display fronts

Bare retail, floor slab, some service-storage area

Rough retail electrical and plumbing, some service fixtures

None

Excellent Stone, face brick, fine ornamentation and display fronts



None



Average Good stucco or siding, masonry trim, adequate front facade



None

Good Masonry veneer, staggered set-backs, good fronts, mansard fascia



None

Excellent Best masonry veneer, fine ornamentation and display fronts



None



Average Good metal panels, adequate display fronts, ornamentation



None

Rank Selection Guide for 991 (Interior Space, Community Shopping Center)

All Classes:


Low Painted walls, drywall or acoustic tile, asphalt or composition tile, few partitions


Forced air




Average Drywall or plaster, some good tile ceilings, vinyl composition and carpet


Package A.C.

Good Drywall or plaster, some paneling, ornamental finishes, carpet, plain terrazzo



Excellent Best plaster, ornamental ceilings, paneling, carpet, tile or hardwood



462 Shell, Regional Shopping Center 992 Interior Space, Regional Shopping Center

Use this pair of occupancies to individually price the shell (occupancy 462) and tenant improvements (occupancy 992) for a Regional Shopping Center.

A Regional Shopping Center Shell (occupancy 462) contains a large number of unfinished satellite store spaces in strips with one or more major department store buildings as anchors.

Shopping center costs are for the strip shell buildings only and include only the necessary rough plumbing and electrical connections to provide for the operation of the satellites, including service areas, but excluding storefronts and the public pedestrian concourse.

You can add interior retail space build-out (tenant improvement) costs using occupancy 992, which you must enter in a different section. The costs for this occupancy represent group averages of a typical mix of tenant finishes only (excluding major anchor occupancies). The storefronts, floor and ceiling finishes and finished electrical and plumbing are normally commensurate with the quality and type of general occupancies found within a center. Trade fixtures and equipment pertinent to individual tenants are not included.

The typical tenant mixes for Regional Shopping Centers are:




Occupancy Reference


For the regional shopping center anchors, use the appropriate occupancies (e.g., 318 for Department Store, 319 for Discount Store, etc.).

For the mall concourse area, use the following mall components: 757 Enclosed Mall 755 Open Mall 756 Covered Mall






Rank Selection Guide for 462 (Shell, Regional Shopping Center)



Good Exterior brick, concrete, or metal and glass, no display fronts

Bare retail, typical center office finish, service corridors, delivery court

Rough electrical and plumbing, service area finish, elevators

None

Excellent Exterior stone, face brick, best metal and glass, no display fronts



None





Average Steel columns, web or bar joists, brick, block, tilt-up, no display fronts

Bare retail space, plain center, service-delivery space finish


None

Good Steel frame, exterior brick, best block, stucco finish, no display fronts



None

Excellent Exterior face brick, stone, no display fronts



None



Average Wood frame or steel columns, stucco or siding, masonry trim, no display fronts



None

Good Steel or glulam frame, best stucco, EIFS or siding, no display fronts



None



Average Sandwich panels, metal and glass, good trim, no display fronts



None

Rank Selection Guide for 992 (Interior Space, Regional Shopping Center)

All Classes:


Occupancy Reference



Average Adequate storefront entries, drywall, acoustic tile, vinyl composition, some carpet and trim

Adequate lighting and plumbing, minimum service facilities

Package A.C.

Good Good display storefronts, good drywall or plaster, acoustic tile, terrazzo, carpet or vinyl tile



Excellent Staggered setbacks, fine display fronts, best plaster ornamental ceilings, paneling, carpet, tile or hardwood

Special lighting, many good outlets, plumbing and restrooms


Document Revision History


Document Revision History Date Description

July 2003 Added the following occupancies: 180 Feed Handling and Mixing 181 Secure Storage Shed, Prefabricated 182 Calving Barn Shed 183 Golf Starter Booth 184 Arena Shelter

Updated the definitions for the following occupancies: 104 Commodity Warehouse 428 Horse Arena 466 Boat Storage Shed (added Class D) 467 Boat Storage Building (added Class D) 523 Golf Cart Storage Building (added Class C) 561 Feeder Barn 565 Farm Utility Shelter

September 2003 Added the following occupancies: 175 Skating Rink, Ice 176 Skating Rink, Roller

Updated the definitions for the following occupancies: 306 Bowling Alley (name changed to Bowling Center) 309 Church (added additional definition information) 405 Skating Rink (Obsolete) (replaced with the 2 new occupancies listed above)

March 2004 Added the following occupancies: 185 Truck Wash

Updated the definitions for the following occupancies: 345 Parking Structure 435 Car Wash, Drive-Thru

May 2004 Added the following occupancies: 127 Winery Shop 512 Luxury Boutique 718 Banquet Hall 719 Modular Restaurant 720 Mega Warehouse Discount Store

Updated the definitions for the following occupancies: 446 Supermarket

July 2004 Revised release date only

Occupancy Reference


February 2006 Updated the typical lives table for the following occupancy:

571 Passenger Terminal

Documents

Marshall & Swift Occupancy Reference Guide