Usable Area vs. Living Space (Nutzfläche vs. Wohnfläche)
Usable area vs. living space in Germany: differences, calculation methods under WoFlV and DIN 277, and their practical significance for tenants and buyers.
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WoFlV, DIN 277
Also known as: floor area, net living area, usable floor space
Living space (Wohnfläche, calculated under WoFlV) includes only residential rooms with deductions for sloped ceilings. Usable area (Nutzfläche, calculated under DIN 277) is broader and also includes basement rooms and ancillary spaces. For rent calculation and operating cost billing under German law, the living space according to WoFlV is the authoritative measure. (WoFlV, DIN 277)
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