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floor area ratio

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floor area ratio
The ratio of floor space in a building to lot size; used in zoning regulations to restrict the size of buildings.


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The lot allows for a floor area ratio of 15, plus some additional air rights acquired by the seller.
The site allows for 15 times the floor area ratio (FAR), plus additional air rights.
This was significant as otherwise the proposed structure would have exceeded the permitted floor area ratio (FAR) by almost 100% and would have had significantly less parking than would be required if the cellar was not used for storage.
 
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