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Nakamura · Guest

What is the difference between:

1. Gross Area
2. Bldg/Living Area
3. Lot Area
4. Adjusted Area (Total)

Are the definitions "standard" for a given county, say LA in California or perhaps different in town hall to another?

Thanks

nemmar · Site Admin

Some town halls and areas may use different terms or definitions. There are no set standards nationwide but I'll try to give you relevant answers for many areas:

1. Gross Area - This is probably refering to the gross living area. The GLA in a house refers to the square footage in the livable areas that are "above grade," which doesn't include the basement or attic areas.

2. Bldg/Living Area - This probably refers to the Livable Areas of the house as opposed to the entire square footage of the building (including livable and non-livable areas).

3. Lot Area - This refers to the size of the property/lot of the site.

4. Adjusted Area (Total) - I'm not sure what they're referring to with this. You'll have to check at town hall or an appraiser in your local areal.