Increasing density means building more units or floor area on a given site, which reduces the amount of land and resources needed per unit or occupant1. This also creates a smaller footprint and maximizes the floor area ratio (FAR), which is the ratio of the total building floor area to the site area2. Increasing density can help achieve creditsin the Location and Transportation category, such as Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses3.
LEED v4: Neighborhood Development Guide | U.S. Green Building Council1
Floor Area Ratio - Planning Department2
LEED v4: Building Design + Construction Guide - U.S. Green Building Council3
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