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Difference Between RERA and MOFA Carpet Area?

Homebuyers should be well-informed about the RERA carpet area and the standard carpet area as two critical metrics when evaluating properties. Though they may sound similar, the two have some key differences. CSR Consultant shall explain in details as follows.

“Carpet area” generally indicates the overall usable space within the apartment’s boundaries. Additionally, the area occupied by internal partition walls is accounted for. Thus, the carpet area in a building with 2 BHK buildings will encompass the space beneath the interior walls of each building. Exclusions include exterior walls, balcony areas, and common areas such as stairwells, lifts, and lobby spaces.

On the other hand, the RERA carpet area refers to the functional space, exclusive of internal wall areas. Simply put, it refers to the area of the building that is physically covered by the carpet that may be laid wall-to-wall. Therefore, if the carpet area of a 2 BHK building is 900 square feet, its RERA carpet area may be approximately 855 square feet (5% less) due to the subtraction of internal wall thickness.

The main difference between the two is whether the internal wall area is incorporated or excluded from the calculation of carpet area versus the RERA carpet area. While both provide a feeling of useable space, the RERA carpet area gives buyers a precise idea of the area they may use within a flat for their furnishings, carpets, etc. Therefore, it is beneficial to closely evaluate both metrics instead of solely relying on built-up areas to prevent unpleasant surprises concerning actual utilisation in the future. To determine the RERA carpet area you can truly use when visiting the site to view model buildings, subtract 5–10% of the carpet area.

Importance of RERA Carpet Area

Today, all projects are mandatory to be registered under RERA act. So, it is advisible to use one language understanding the area we receive. RERA basically includes all carpet area with partition wall excluding balcony or terrace.

How to Calculate the RERA Carpet Area?

CSR Consultant shall explain in details as follows.

The RERA carpet area is a crucial metric prospective homeowners utilise to determine the amount of usable space a given property possesses. To calculate carpet area, the formula is:

RERA Carpet Area = Net Usable Area of the Apartment + Internal Partition Wall Areas

Net Usable Area refers to the area within a building’s four walls that do not include the exclusive balcony area, exclusive terrace area, or exclusive open verandah area. Any external walls are also excluded from this.

Measuring this net usable area contained within the internal partition walls is the initial step in determining the RERA carpet area. To calculate carpet area, deduct the area occupied by the internal partition walls.

What Is the Difference Between the Carpet Area and the RERA Carpet Area?

“Carpet area” generally indicates the overall usable space within the apartment’s boundaries. Additionally, the area occupied by internal partition walls is accounted for. Thus, the carpet area in a building with 2 BHK buildings will encompass the space beneath the interior walls of each building. Exclusions include exterior walls, balcony areas, and common areas such as stairwells, lifts, and lobby spaces.

On the other hand, the RERA carpet area refers to the functional space, exclusive of internal wall areas. Simply put, it refers to the area of the building that is physically covered by the carpet that may be laid wall-to-wall. Therefore, if the carpet area of a 2 BHK building is 900 square feet, its RERA carpet area may be approximately 855 square feet (5% less) due to the subtraction of internal wall thickness.

The main difference between the two is whether the internal wall area is incorporated or excluded from the calculation of carpet area versus the RERA carpet area. While both provide a feeling of useable space, the RERA carpet area gives buyers a precise idea of the area they may use within a flat for their furnishings, carpets, etc. Therefore, it is beneficial to closely evaluate both metrics instead of solely relying on built-up areas to prevent unpleasant surprises concerning actual utilisation in the future. To determine the RERA carpet area you can truly use when visiting the site to view model buildings, subtract 5–10% of the carpet area.