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My statement was regarding elevation requirement only. ( Y8 M6 v7 `; F( q9 n" y5 `2 \) q, f
Garage is not considered living space, because:. x; z4 T+ b6 y/ p$ e2 g
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I have seen people converting a front attached garage to a family room. In that case, it is considered part of the floor area by the city.