Intent Control soil erosion and sedimentation, thereby, reducing negative impacts to the site and surroundings. Compliance Options:Implement the following measures, as applicable:1. Soil erosion control measures taken before construction and during construction must conform to the best management practices highlighted in the National Building Code (NBC) of India 2005, Part Read more
Intent Encourage retaining the site features to minimise site damage and associated negative environmentalimpacts. Compliance Options:Demonstrate that the project complies with at least one of the site preservation measures.(1 point for each measure; maximum 2 points): Existing Topography / Landscape:Retain at least 10% of the existing topography / landscape, without Read more
Intent Adopt passive architectural design features to minimize negative environmental impacts. Compliance Options:Option 1: Simulation ApproachDemonstrate that the passive architecture measures implemented in the project has resulted inat least 2% energy savings of total annual energy consumption (through whole building simulationapproach).Option 2: Prescriptive ApproachDemonstrate that the project has implemented at Read more
Intent Ensure that the building complies with necessary statutory and regulatory codes. Compliance Options:The project shall comply with following statutory approvals from the Government of India or State Government authorities, as applicable: Approved site plan (and/ or) building plans for construction, as applicable Status of completion or Completion certificate signed Read more
KOLKATA: A feasibility report submitted by one of the consultants appointed by the New Town Kolkata Development Authority says that New Town is already fit to achieve a silver rating under the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Green Cities rating system and could also get gold or platinum status by Read more