FSI (Floor Space Index)

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The same quantity as FAR, under a different name.

FSI and FAR are identical measures. FAR is the usual term in north India, FSI in Maharashtra and Gujarat. Some states express FSI as a percentage — an FSI of 175% is a FAR of 1.75.

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Permissible floor area, coverage and height for your plot — straight from the HP slabs.

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Related words

FAR (Floor Area Ratio) Total permitted floor area as a multiple of the plot area.

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