Built-Up Area

Built-up area is the total floor space of a property including internal walls, columns, and structural elements, measured in square feet or square meters, as registered on the title deed.

Measurement StandardDubai Practice
Title deed areaBuilt-up area (BUA) recorded
International equivalentGross internal area (GIA)
Conversion factor1 sq m equals 10.764 sq ft
Comparison FrameworkIncludesExcludes
Built-up areaInternal walls, columnsBalconies, parking
Plot areaTotal land allocationN/A for apartments
Net usable areaFunctional living spaceWalls, structural elements
Investor ImplicationsConsideration
Pricing basisAED per sq ft based on BUA
Service chargesCalculated on BUA
Rental comparisonsUse BUA for market analysis
Variance allowancePlus or minus 5% standard in SPAs

Related Terms

Unit Size (Net vs. Gross)Plot SaleTitle Deed (Dubai)Digital Title DeedInterim Registration (Oqood vs. Title Deed)Purchase Agreement

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