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GLA & Appraisal Rules FAQ
Is square footage measured from the exterior or interior?What is the difference between GLA and total finished area?What is the difference between heated square footage and GLA?What is ANSI Z765 and why does it matter for appraisals?What changed in ANSI Z765-2021?What counts as a bedroom in an appraisal?What ceiling height is required for space to count as GLA?How do I measure a garage for an appraisal?Does a finished attic count as GLA?Are basements included in square footage?How do appraisers measure a basement?Does an unfinished basement count as square footage?Why does appraisal square footage differ from the MLS listing?Why does the appraisal square footage differ from the tax record?How much square footage discrepancy is acceptable in an appraisal?How do you handle open-to-below areas and two-story foyers in GLA?What is the difference between above grade and below grade square footage?Does a pool house count as GLA or square footage?Does a bay window or bump-out count as square footage?Does a sunken living room count as GLA?How do knee walls affect square footage?Does a carport count as GLA?Does a mudroom count as square footage?Does a utility room count as square footage?Do stairs count as square footage?What square footage should I use for homeowners insurance?How does square footage affect a homeowners insurance claim?Are there square footage requirements for VA loans?What are the appraisal sketch requirements for UAD?How many square feet per person house?