DDA to design layout plan for green buildings

Delhi Lieutenant-Governor Najeeb Jung has directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to chart the draft regulations and layout plan for green buildings as proposed in the Master Plan, 2021. Various incentives like property tax rebate, increased floor area ratio are also being considered for such constructions. A meeting was held in this regard where DDA officials, all local bodies and departments concerned of the Delhi Government were present. A presentation was made by TERI, highlighting provisions related to Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment (GRIHA), and policies adopted by other state governments and local bodies.