utrymmeskrav

Utrymmeskrav, or space requirements, refer to the minimum or recommended dimensions and clearances needed for a space to function safely and effectively for its intended purpose. They encompass room sizes, corridor widths, doorway clearances, and unobstructed circulation spaces, as well as specifications for access and egress, ventilation, lighting, and safety installations. Utrymmeskrav are usually defined by a combination of building regulations, safety standards, and usability considerations, and are often expressed in square meters per occupant or minimum dimensions in millimeters.

In Sweden, relevant rules are found in Boverkets byggregler (BBR), plan- och bygglagen and municipal planning regulations, as well as arbetsmiljöverkets guidelines for workplaces. The exact values depend on the intended use, occupancy, and applicable national or local standards.

In design practice, utrymmeskrav influence layout planning, furniture arrangement, emergency planning, and accessibility. Common elements include minimum room area, minimum clear width of corridors, door widths for wheelchair access, turning spaces for mobility devices, and clearance around fixed installations. They may also specify requirements for ventilation and daylighting.

Assessment is performed by architects and planners during early design and again for permit applications, with drawings and specifications checked against the applicable codes. During construction and operation, inspections verify compliance, and deviations can lead to remediation to maintain safe, accessible environments.