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K-12 School
Updated Mar 26, 2026
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Educational facility for children ages 5-18. E occupancy. Strict code requirements for egress, fire safety, security, and accessibility. HVAC critical for IAQ (ASHRAE 62.1). Increasingly includes hardened entries and safe rooms.
TAGS
school
educational
K-12
classroom
E-occupancy
DETAILS
category
Institutional — Education
key codes
IBC, ASHRAE 62.1, state education dept
occupancy
E Educational
typical cost per sf
$300-$600
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