Buildable land area is that portion of a development site where construction can legally and reasonably occur – so public streets and rights-of way, wetlands and watercourses, and other constraints would not be included.

What does buildable area mean?

Buildable area means that portion of the established development parcel which can be devoted to buildings and structures. Generally, this area is bounded by any applicable building restriction lines, right-of-way lines and development parcel lines.

What is considered buildable land?

Buildable Land means land that is suitable for residential development, not encumbered by easements, sublots, water, wetlands, utilities, isolation or restricted areas, topography (greater than 25% slope),riparian or wetland setbacks, floodplains or street right-of-way.