Model Building Bye-Laws, 2016
Q. Which of the following is/are true regarding Model Building Bye-Laws, 2016?
1) As per the new laws, there will be separate environment clearance for the buildings.
2) The mechanism creates a single window approval system.- Published on 21 Mar 16a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
ANSWER: Only 2
- The model building bye-laws provide for the integration of various types of environmental considerations.
- Once implemented, there will be no requirement for any separate environmental clearance or permission.
- The new bye-laws provide a structural framework for single window integrated building plan approval process and set the maximum time limit for all kind of building approvals at 30 days, after which the approval can be considered 'deemed'.
- The new laws have categorized buildings into three categories based on the built-up area -- 5,000 to 20,000 square meters, 20,000 to 50,000 sq mt and 50,000 to 150,000 sq mt.
- A risk based matrix for different types of buildings has also been introduced, for fast track approval of small buildings with low risk criteria and high risk buildings like mall, multi-story or big complexes to be examined in the required detail.
- The bye-laws empower Urban Local Bodies there by empowering the third tier of governance system.
