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5.4.2.21 IfcSpaceTypeEnum

5.4.2.21.1 Semantic definition

This enumeration defines the available generic types for IfcSpace and IfcSpaceType.

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5.4.2.21.2 Type values

Type Description
BERTH

A space dedicated to the berthing of vessels within a port or managed area.

EXTERNAL

A space outside of a facility.

GFA

Gross Floor Area - a specific kind of space for each building story that includes all net area and construction area (also the external envelop). Provision of such a specific space is often required by regulations.

INTERNAL

A space inside a facility.

PARKING

A space dedication for use as a parking spot for vehicles, including access, such as a parking aisle.

SPACE

Any space not falling into another category.

USERDEFINED

No description available.

NOTDEFINED

No description available.

Table A

5.4.2.21.3 Formal representation

TYPE IfcSpaceTypeEnum = ENUMERATION OF
(BERTH
,EXTERNAL
,GFA
,INTERNAL
,PARKING
,SPACE
,USERDEFINED
,NOTDEFINED);
END_TYPE;

5.4.2.21.4 References

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Last change: Closing definitions with full stop for consistency by ArturTomczak on 2026-04-27T16:08:07+02:00

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5.4.2.21.5 Changelog

5.4.2.21.5.1 IFC4

  • item, EXTERNAL
  • item, GFA
  • item, INTERNAL
  • item, PARKING
  • item, SPACE

5.4.2.21.5.2 IFC4.3_ADD2

  • item, BERTH