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How does Floor Area Ratio Bonus affect property value?

Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Bonus is an incentive granted by planning authorities that allows developers to build additional floor space beyond the standard FAR limits in exchange for providing public benefits such as affordable housing, open spaces, green infrastructure, or transit improvements. This bonus directly increases the development potential of a plot, making it significantly more valuable.

How FAR Bonus Is Granted

  • Including affordable housing units within the project
  • Providing public open spaces or plazas accessible to the community
  • Incorporating green building features meeting sustainability certifications
  • Developing transit-oriented projects near metro or bus rapid transit corridors
  • Preserving heritage structures within mixed-use developments
  • Creating public amenities like libraries, childcare centers, or cultural spaces

How FAR Bonus Affects Property Value

  • Increased buildable area More floor space means more saleable or leasable units
  • Higher revenue potential Additional units directly increase project revenue
  • Land value uplift Plots with FAR bonus potential command premium prices
  • Competitive advantage Developers with bonus FAR can offer more at lower per-unit costs
  • Improved project viability Higher FAR can make previously unviable projects financially feasible

Real-World Example

  • Base FAR of 2.0 with a bonus FAR of 0.5 on a 1,000 sq.m. plot
  • Buildable area increases from 2,000 sq.m. to 2,500 sq.m.
  • The additional 500 sq.m. of saleable area generates significant additional revenue
  • This bonus area effectively increases the land's investment value substantially

FAR bonuses are powerful tools that bridge public policy goals with private development interests. For investors and developers, identifying plots eligible for FAR bonuses can unlock significant value creation opportunities. Always verify local zoning regulations and bonus eligibility criteria before acquiring development land.

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