The Uttar Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (UP RERA) has recently advised homebuyers to buy residential units on the basis of carpet area, as it actually reflects the actual liveable space within an apartment.
For the uninitiated, a super area includes a proportional share of shared facilities and spaces like corridors, staircases, lift areas, lobbies, clubhouses and other common amenities. This is the reason why if a homebuyer opts for an apartment based on the super area, they may end up with less usable space inside the apartment.
