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Surplus Land

FHA Single Family Housing Policy Handbook Glossary November 26 2025

Updated 08-20-2026

Surplus Land

Surplus Land refers to land that is not currently needed to support the existing improvement but cannot be separated from the Property and sold off. Surplus Land does not have an independent highest and best use and may or may not contribute to the value of the improved parcels.

FHA Single Family Housing Policy Handbook Glossary November 26 2025

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