How many suites of residential occupancy can be contained in an F2 major occupancy building?

In buildings classified under major occupancy group F2, which refers to low-hazard industrial occupancies, typically only one suite of residential occupancy is permitted. This is primarily due to the nature of F2 buildings, which are designed for industrial activities that involve manufactured products or operations that do not pose significant risks to life safety when compared to higher hazard group facilities.

Allowing more than one suite can present challenges related to safety, fire separation, and service access, which are critical considerations in building codes. The intent is to limit the potential hazards that could affect residents in adjacent suites due to the industrial processes taking place within the same structure. By restricting the number of residential suites to one, the building code aims to ensure a higher level of safety for occupants while accommodating industrial functions.