KIADB’s Liberal FAR Norms: A Strategic Shift in Karnataka’s Industrial Growth Model
4 KIADB’s Liberal FAR Norms: A Strategic Shift in Karnataka’s Industrial Growth Model Karnataka has taken a major policy step by liberalising FAR (Floor Area Ratio) norms within Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) industrial areas. This move signals a clear shift toward vertical industrial development , efficient land utilisation, and global competitiveness — especially in high-growth corridors around Bengaluru and other major industrial clusters. For industrial investors, logistics operators, and manufacturing promoters, this change is more than regulatory — it directly impacts project economics, scalability, and long-term returns . What Has Changed in KIADB FAR Norms? KIADB now allows premium FAR up to 5.2 , depending on road width and zone classification. Structured FAR Framework: Roads above 30m → FAR up to 5.2 24–30m → FAR up to 4.8 18–24m → FAR up to 4.0 12–18m → FAR up to 3.6 Below 12m → FAR between 2.45–2.8 This structured, infrastructure-linked mod...