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Clarification regarding GLA measurement for a new retail building

Jessica Yagelski
Michael Brady Inc
June 19, 2015

We've been having a discussion with regards to the correct way to measure the Gross Leasable Square Footage of a new two tenant commercial retail building using current BOMA standards (in Florida).

Can you confirm if the following is accurate per BOMA standards?
- The Gross area of multi-tenant floor shall be computed by measuring to the Exterior Finish of permanent outer building walls. Does this include the exterior face of pilaster finishes as well?

- Or should the exterior measurement be taken to the outside face of structure?

Thank you in advance for any information/clarification you can provide.

David Fingret
Extreme Measures Inc.
June 24, 2015

The exterior measurement should be taken to the outside face of the structural. All decorative projections should be ignored.

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