Question

a client wants to maximize floor area by enclosing balconies. what nbcp issue might this create? enclosed balconies can be excluded if floor finish is waterproof. balcony enclosures are exempt from all area limitations. gfa only applies to indoor conditioned spaces. enclosed balconies count toward gfa and may affect compliance with allowable far.

Explanation:

Gross Floor Area (GFA) and Floor - Area Ratio (FAR) are important in construction regulations. Enclosing balconies can increase GFA, potentially causing non - compliance with FAR limits set by the National Building Code of the Philippines (NBCP).

Answer:

Enclosed balconies count toward GFA and may affect compliance with allowable FAR.