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The square footage in some plans includes the loft area, in other plans the loft area is not included in the square footage, why the difference?

April 26, 2017area difference footage included includes loft plans square

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The square footage in some plans includes the loft area, in other plans the loft area is not included in the square footage, why the difference?

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A. In some building codes, a loft accessible via ship’s ladder rather than by a stair is not recognized as “living space;” therefore, the loft area is not included in the square footage calculation. The approved use of these lofts should be verified with local building authorities. If the loft is accessible via a stair, the loft space is included in the square footage calculation.