In the BGSF conversion breakdown, which factor corresponds to MEP?

In the BGSF conversion breakdown, which factor corresponds to MEP?

• A. Circulation factor: 1.12
• B. MEP factor: 1.15
• C. Exterior wall factor: 1.075
• D. IT factor: 1.02

Answer: (B)

MEP refers to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems—the infrastructure that keeps the building functioning. In a BGSF conversion, a factor is applied to base gross square footage to account for the space those essential services require beyond the occupied areas. This factor is larger because mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, ductwork, piping, and related service spaces take up real floor area and need dedicated space and access. The other factors correspond to different non-occupiable spaces—circulation for hallways and lobbies, exterior walls for the building envelope, and IT for data/telecom spaces—so the one tied to MEP is the correct match.

MEP refers to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems—the infrastructure that keeps the building functioning. In a BGSF conversion, a factor is applied to base gross square footage to account for the space those essential services require beyond the occupied areas. This factor is larger because mechanical rooms, electrical rooms, ductwork, piping, and related service spaces take up real floor area and need dedicated space and access. The other factors correspond to different non-occupiable spaces—circulation for hallways and lobbies, exterior walls for the building envelope, and IT for data/telecom spaces—so the one tied to MEP is the correct match.