Also called: Plot coverage, Maximum ground coverage
The share of a plot that a building's footprint may cover, set by the building bye-laws. The rest stays open as setbacks, driveways or garden.
How it works and what to check
Ground coverage works with FAR: coverage limits the footprint, FAR limits the total floor area, and height limits cap the floors. Together they shape what you can build on a plot.
Rules differ by city, plot size and use (residential, commercial, industrial), so read the local bye-laws or ask an architect before buying a plot to build on.
Common questions
What is the difference between FAR and ground coverage?
Coverage limits how much of the plot one floor can occupy; FAR limits the total floor area across all floors.
Who sets ground coverage?
The local planning authority in its building bye-laws.