Final answer:
The total estimated occupancy for the new mall is 3,796 persons. This is derived by adding the calculated occupants for the main mall area (2,930), plus the food court (466), to the existing seats in the assembly area (400).
Step-by-step explanation:
The student is asking about calculating the total occupancy of a new mall based on given measurements and capacity information. The gross leasing area (GLA) of the mall is 300,000 square feet, which includes a food court that covers 7,000 square feet and an assembly area with fixed seating for 400 people. It is important to note that the assembly area's seating is included in the total GLA.
To estimate the total occupancy for the mall, we can use two distinct building codes or standards which typically specify occupancy loads. For instance, the International Building Code (IBC) often suggests that for a business occupancy, on average,one person can be accommodated per 100 square feet of gross building area. As for the food court, which can be considered akin to a dining area, a common estimate might be one person per 15 square feet.
Using these standards, let's calculate the occupancy:
The assembly area already has fixed seating for 400, so we add that number directly.
Therefore, the total estimated mall occupancy can be calculated as:
(2,930 + 466 + 400) = 3,796 persons
Note: The actual occupancy could vary based on the specific codes and standards a local authority has adopted. The estimates given here might differ from those specific code requirements.