Mixed-Use Development

Updated Mar 26, 2026

Multi-story building combining residential, commercial, retail, and/or office uses. Requires fire separation between occupancy types, separate egress, mixed-use parking calculations, and zoning compliance for each use category.

category

Mixed Use

key codes

IBC Ch 5 mixed occupancy, local zoning

fire separation

Per IBC Table 508.4

typical cost per sf

$200-$500

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