Gross Area

Definition of "Gross area"

The total floor area of a structure, in square feet, measured from the outside walls not adjusting for the actual interior useable area. Useable are is the difference between the gross area of a structure and the space consumed by internal structures, such as staircases, heating and cooling equipment , and other erections consuming space within a building.

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