Section R. 436.1405 - Capacity of licensed premisesRule 5.
(1) An on-premises licensee shall post, in a conspicuous place, a sign stating the total capacity of each public room of the licensed establishment, based upon the capacity established by the state or local authority having jurisdiction.(2) If the capacity of the licensed establishment or any public room in the licensed establishment has not been determined by a state or local authority, then the total capacity of each room shall be determined as follows: (a) If tables or booths are provided, then there shall be not more than 1 customer for each 15 square feet of total area.(b) If tables or booths are not used, then there shall be not more than 1 customer for each 6 square feet of total area.(c) If there is a combination of tables or booths and an open area, then the provisions of both subdivisions (a) and (b) of this subrule shall be used.(d) If seating is provided at a bar, then there shall be not more than 1 seat for each 20 inches of bar length.(3) An on-premises licensee shall not allow a public room of the licensed establishment to be occupied by more persons than are authorized by this rule.Mich. Admin. Code R. 436.1405