How much space should a client consider leasing if they require approximately 4500 sq ft of net assignable area and the building load factor is 1.20?

To determine the amount of space a client should lease based on the required net assignable area and the building load factor, it is essential to understand how to calculate the rentable area from the net assignable area.

The building load factor is a measure that adjusts the net assignable area to account for common spaces such as hallways, lobbies, restrooms, and other facilities that may not be included in the net assignable square footage. It provides a multiplier to convert net assignable area into the total rentable area required.

In this scenario, the client needs approximately 4500 square feet of net assignable area, and the load factor is 1.20. To find the rentable area, you multiply the net assignable area by the load factor:

Rentable area = Net assignable area × Load factor

Rentable area = 4500 sq ft × 1.20 = 5400 sq ft

Given this calculation, it’s clear that to accommodate a net assignable area of 4500 sq ft with a load factor of 1.20, the client should consider leasing 5400 square feet, which aligns with the first choice in the options provided.

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