I would classify the building as a mixed occupancy per IBC in order to provide proper egress. Its in the general category of F1 that includes Electric generation plants. Due to the specialized use I would not use Group U. Control rooms I would calculate ...
Derrick, The F-1 classification may be appropriate but another option is S-2. See IBC 311.3. This classification is often used for electrical and mechanical rooms in commercial buildings. I don't feel Group U fits because that is for accessory buildings ...
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