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Calculating AHFA in Inclusionary Projects


Depending on the context, the Floor Area for a project is calculated using different metrics – e.g., gross floor area, zoning floor area, and net floor area. Under the Inclusionary Housing (“IH”) Program, as administered by the Department of Housing of Preservation and Development (“HPD”), both Zoning Floor Area (“ZFA”) and Net Square Footage (“NSF”)