General Real Estate
Setback
The required open space between a building and the boundaries of a plot.
Applies in:Noida, Greater Noida, YEIDA
Detailed Explanation
A setback is the minimum required open space that must generally be maintained between a building and the boundaries of a plot, road or other specified areas according to applicable building regulations.
In Plain Terms
You usually cannot build right up to the edge of your plot. Setbacks are the empty spaces you have to leave between the building and the plot boundary.
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