Green buildings likely to get more FARs

January 23, 2013
The Times of India

Following a recent announcement by the lieutenant governor of Delhi, green structures in the capital may be allowed a larger floor area ratio (FAR) compared to conventional buildings. Delhi Urban Art Commission (DUAC) has also recently recommended to the urban development ministry that the FAR for green buildings be increased by 1%. The green rating for integrated habitat assessment (GRIHA) has become almost obligatory now so it should not be difficult to shift to green architecture, said DUAC chairman Mr Raj Rewal.