Article D10.3.1

Minor Overspend Breach - Definition

Financial Regulations

Article D10.3.1

FIA Source

Minor Overspend Breach - Definition

Chapter: D10

In Simple Terms

A Minor Overspend Breach happens when a team spends slightly more money than the allowed budget cap. Specifically, it's when their costs exceed the limit by less than 2%. This is considered a minor violation because the overspend is relatively small.

  • Triggered when a team's Relevant Costs exceed the Cost Cap by less than 2%
  • Applies to costs reported in Full Year Reporting Documentation
  • Can also be determined through FIA review of actual spending
  • Classified as a 'minor' breach due to the small percentage of overspend
Official FIA Text

A Minor Overspend Breach arises when an F1 Team submits Full Year Reporting Documentation with Relevant Costs exceeding the Cost Cap by less than 2%, or when review determines costs exceed the Cost Cap by less than 2%.

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