Definition
Definition
The whole floor area, measured to the outside of the exterior walls.
What it means
Gross floor area counts every part of a floor up to the outside of the exterior walls, finished or not. It is larger than the living area, because it includes walls, garages and unfinished space.
Compared with other terms
| Term | What it includes |
|---|---|
| Gross floor area | The whole floor area, measured to the outside of the exterior walls. |
| Gross living area (GLA) | Finished area above grade, from the outside walls. |
| Usable floor area | Gebruiksoppervlakte in Dutch: the floor area measured on the inside of the outer walls. |