GFA

GFA stands for “Gross Floor Area.” It refers to the total area of all floors of a building, measured from the exterior walls. This measurement includes all areas of the building, such as living spaces, hallways, and utilities, but typically excludes non-enclosed areas like balconies and outdoor terraces. GFA is commonly used in real estate, architecture, and urban planning to determine the size of a building for various regulatory and zoning purposes. It provides a clear metric for assessing the scale of a building project, comparing buildings, and calculating floor area ratios which are essential for land use planning and development assessments.