What is FAR / FSI?
By Property Point Advisory·Updated September 2026
In short
FAR (Floor Area Ratio) or FSI (Floor Space Index) is the ratio of total built-up area a plot is permitted, versus the plot area. Buildings exceeding sanctioned FAR are illegal and risk penalties or demolition — a real issue in some Bangalore micro-markets.
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What does FAR / FSI mean?
FAR (Floor Area Ratio) or FSI (Floor Space Index) is the ratio of total built-up area a plot is permitted, versus the plot area. Buildings exceeding sanctioned FAR are illegal and risk penalties or demolition — a real issue in some Bangalore micro-markets.
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