Glossary
Terms that are in use on this site.
There are 111 entries in this glossary.| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| FAR |
Floor Area Ratio - The ratio of a building’s floor area to the area of the lot on which it is situated (Total building floor area / Total lot area); FAR is often used to determine the intensity of land use for zoning purposes. |
| FLUORESCENT |
A low-pressure mercury electric discharge lamp. |
| FOOTCANDLE |
A measure of the amount of visible light illuminating a surface from above; |
| FREEWAY |
A divided highway for through traffic with full access control and interchanges at selected public roads. |
| FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION |
A system for classifying streets and highways based on the nature of service they are intended to provide. |