Gross Living Area FAQ

Short answers to common questions about gross living area and square footage. Every answer follows ANSI Z765, the measuring standard Fannie Mae requires on most home appraisals.

• Does gross living area include the garage?
• What is the difference between gross floor area and gross square footage?
• How do you calculate gross area?
• What does gross area mean?
• What does gross living area include?
• Does gross square footage include exterior walls?
• What is the difference between gross area and net area?
• Is a bathroom considered a living space?
• What is not included in the square footage of a house?
• What is the difference between gross living area and square footage?
• What is considered finished square footage?
• Why is the square footage on my appraisal different from the listing?