NEC required Receptacles in an Office Space

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Leo1

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Los Alamos, NM
What is the Code required minimum number of receptacles in a small office space (approx. 80 SF)?

I plan to install 3, 15AMP, 125VAC, duplex receptacles in the office space. I have talked to the office manager and he has indicated the loads will be 450W for computer and printer, 50W for task lighting and a coffee pot at 950W. So I know 3, 15AMP, duplex receptacles feed from a 20AMP, 120VAC, single pole circuit breaker will provide adequate power. But I am curious if the NEC has a minimum required number of receptacles required in an office space. I have not found a minimum required number of receptacles required.
 

Smart $

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Location
Ohio
While there is a minimum calculated load required, there is no minimum number of receptacles required.
 

iwire

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Location
Massachusetts
As smart mentioned there are almost no required receptacles outside of dwelling units.

One requirement that may apply to you are service receptacles for HVAC equipment. 210.63
 
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