For all multi-storeyed, high-rise buildings, the following information shall be indicated on the building plans:
- Access to fire appliances/vehicles with details of vehicular turning circle and clear motorable access-way around the building;
- size (width) of main and alternate staircases along with the balcony approach, corridor, ventilated lobby approach;
- location and details of lift enclosures;
- location and size of fire lift;
- smoke stop lobby door, where provided;
- refuse chutes, refuses chamber, service duct, etc.;
- vehicular, loading and unloading parking spaces;
refuge area, if any; - details of air-conditioning system with position of fire dampers, mechanical ventilation system, electrical services (with dimensions of electrical transforming sub-stations, etc.), boilers, gas pipes, meter rooms, etc.;
details of exits, including ramps, etc. for hospitals and special risks; - location of generator, transformer and switch gear room;
- smoke exhaust system, if any;
- details of fire alarm system (manual or automatic);
- location of centralized control, connecting all fire alarms, built-in fire protection arrangements and public address system, etc.;
- location and dimensions of static water storage tank and pump room along with fire service inlets for mobile pump and water storage tank:
- location and details of fixed fire protection installation such as sprinklers, wet hose reels, drenchers, carbon-dioxide (CO) installations, etc.; and
- location and details of first aid and fire fighting equipment/installations.As per section (5)(ii) of DC rules, 1991, the building plans for multi-storeyed, high rise buildings as above, shall also be subject to the scrutiny of the Chief Fire Officer, and development permission shall be given by the Commissioner only after the clearance (NOC) by the Chief Fire Officer.Then as per section (8)(2) of DC rules, 1991, the completed work shall also be subject to inspection by the Chief Fire Officer, and the Commissioner shall issue the occupancy certificate only after clearance (NOC) by the said Chief Fire Officer.Section 29 (1)(f) – Exterior open space
Where a room does not derive light and ventilation from an exterior open space; the width of the exterior open space must be a minimum of 3.6 m. (residential) and 4.5 m (commercial), subject to a maximum of 12 m. For a building with height of 24 m. or more, such exterior open space shall be a minimum of 6 m. subject to the requirements of the fire brigade authorities.
Section 30 (1)(c) – Features permitted in open spaces
Suction tank, pump room, electric meter room or substation, garbage shaft, space required for fire hydrants, electrical and water fittings, water tank, dust-bin, etc. are permitted in the side or rear marginal open spaces
