Practice - Floor Area Ratio (FAR)/Floor Space Index (FSI)
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Practice Questions
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What does FAR stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what the acronym represents regarding building planning.
If a plot size is 800 square feet and the FAR is 1:1, what is the maximum floor area allowed?
💡 Hint: Use the definition of FAR to solve.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does a higher FAR indicate?
💡 Hint: Think about how buildings relate to the size of the plot.
True or False: FAR is the same in all zones of a city.
💡 Hint: Remember that zoning laws apply different standards.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a plot of 2,500 square feet, if city regulations state an FAR of 4:1, how would you design a building to maximize space while ensuring community amenities are considered?
💡 Hint: Consider zoning laws that may affect your design.
Analyze how varying FAR can influence urban sprawl versus compact city design in a suburban area.
💡 Hint: Think about how space usage changes with density.
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