| Primary value | 3.0 m² |
| Applies to | Pantry / dry-store rooms · General storage rooms in apartments |
| Exceptions | Minimum height → 2.20 m |
| Measured as | Carpet area inside walls. |
| Source | NBC 2016 — Part 4 📚 Cross-referenced |
A store room below 3 m² becomes a closet — too small for shelves on multiple walls and standing room. The 2.2 m height keeps it useful for adult access without crouching.
Common in larger apartments and bungalows where a dedicated dry-store room is preferred over kitchen cupboards.