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According to BOMA, how do you calculate the rentable SF for a single tenant, multi floor building?
Is the gross construction square foot the same as rentable SF under the BOMA definition for a single tenant building. If not, what is the appropriate way to measure the SF for a single tenant building. Can you deduct the vertical penetrations such as staircases and elevator and mechanical shafts on the upper floors?
It is permissible to use the Gross Building Area for leasing purposes under BOMA 96 when the entire building is leased to a single tenant as long as all parties agree. There will be no deductions for vertical penetrations.
Thank you for your response. Now for the Gross Building Area, does this calculation include Balconies and Terraces? What constitutes the outside wall as the Gross/Rentable Area for a single tenant building? How are outside areas accounted for?
Thanks.
Also, please discuss the extent that arcades can be calculated if they are not fully enclosed but do protect from the elements.
thank you.
All areas must be fully enclosed, so balconies, terraces and arcades that are not fully enclosed cannot be included. For more information, I recommend purchasing the BOMA 1996 Standard Method For Measuring Floor Area In Office Buildings at www.boma.org.