Tennis courts with spectator seating are classified as which type of occupancy?

Spectator seating for tennis courts falls under Group A-4 occupancy classification. Group A-4 pertains specifically to arenas and similar facilities that are designed for sports and other activities that typically include spectators in fixed or movable seating. These types of occupancies are characterized by their use for activities that present a high concentration of attendees in one area, often requiring additional safety measures, such as egress and accessibility standards, due to the large number of people who can gather for events.

While other groups, such as Group A-2, typically cover assembly rooms with food and drink purposes, and Group A-3 covers assembly spaces not classified in other specific categories, neither of these accurately describes the nature of a tennis court with dedicated spectator seating. Group A-4 distinctly addresses the specific functional requirements for spaces designed for sporting events, making it the correct classification for tennis courts intended for public use.