Land Use & Zoning
In Hawaii, what is 'floor-area ratio' (FAR) used to control?
AA. The minimum floor size of residential units
BB. The total building size relative to the lot, controlling building density and intensity of use✓ Correct
CC. The ratio of commercial to residential floor space in mixed-use buildings
DD. The amount of usable parking to building square footage
Explanation
FAR limits total building floor area relative to lot area, controlling development intensity. A FAR of 3.0 means 3 sq ft of floor area per sq ft of lot, allowing tall buildings or sprawling low-rise structures.
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