Question

a developer plans to maximize gfa on a small commercial lot. what tool would help test this against zoning limits? use the number of parking slots as the primary limit. calculate based on the designated far to determine total allowable floor area. multiply lot area by ceiling height to estimate buildable space. submit floor plans to hlurb to waive zoning limits.

Explanation:

Floor - Area Ratio (FAR) is a key zoning regulation metric. It relates the total floor area of a building to the area of the lot. By using the designated FAR, a developer can calculate the maximum allowable Gross Floor Area (GFA) within zoning limits. Parking slots are not the primary determinant for GFA in relation to zoning. Multiplying lot area by ceiling height is not how buildable space is regulated by zoning. Submitting floor plans to waive zoning limits is not a valid way to test against existing zoning limits.

Answer:

B. Calculate based on the designated FAR to determine total allowable floor area.