6.11. Floor Area Ratio

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the formula for calculating Floor Area Ratio?

   Hint

   Think about what you divide to find the ratio.

2. 2.

   If a plot is 300 m² and the total covered area is 150 m², what is the FAR?

   Hint

   Use the FAR formula.

3. 3.

   What does FAR stand for?

   • Floor Area Ratio
   • Free Area Ratio
   • Floor Area Review

   Hint

   Remember the context of area calculations.

4. 4.

   True or False: A higher FAR means more density in a given plot.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how density is related to area.

5. 5.

   A piece of land has a plot area of 400 m². A developer aims to build a multi-story building with a total covered area of 600 m². What is the FAR, and how might this affect community services?

   Hint

   Use the FAR formula.

6. 6.

   Analyze the impact of allowing a FAR of 3 on urban sprawl and infrastructure demands compared to a FAR of 1.

   Hint

   Consider how building density correlates with urban growth.