A set of regulations that describe the norm for created things such as buildings and non-building structures is known as a building regulation, building control, or building code. To receive planning clearance, which is normally granted by a local council, a building must adhere to the code. Each municipality and urban development body in India has its own set of building codes that must be followed for all construction within their jurisdiction.
Fig 1: Bureau of Indian Standards logo
The New Rules & Regulations For Construction, (National Building Code Of India 2016):
NBC 2016 is divided into 12 parts, some of which are further broken into sections, totaling 33 chapters. Aside from the numerous improvements made, the most notable aspects of the upgraded NBC are the changes made specifically to improve our response to the alterations posed by Natural Calamities. These are the new construction norms and restrictions.
- Provisions for the association of need-based experts and agencies have been modified to guarantee that duties for the completion of the building project are properly discharged.
- A thorough provision for expediting the approval process in respect of different agencies has been added in the form of an integrated approval procedure through a single window in order to provide ease of doing business in the built environment sector.
- In addition, in order to achieve the desired goal, the computerization of the approval process has been defined, allowing for the online submission of plans, drawings, and other details.
- The procedure for assuring competent professional certification of building structural safety and peer assessment of building design has been strengthened. Requirements for accessibility in buildings and built environments for persons with disabilities and the elderly have been thoroughly revised and updated.
- Fire and life safety provisions have been carefully amended to address the difficulties of modern complex building types, such as high rises.
- In order to ensure the structural safety of structures, the most recent structural loading, and design and construction codes have been implemented, including those relating to wind load, earthquake-resistant building design, steel design, and foundations.
- All provisions pertaining to construction and plumbing services have been amended.
- Provisions have been revised to ensure that a variety of innovative and alternative building materials and technologies are utilized
- Construction management criteria have been introduced to aid in the timely completion of high-quality building projects while staying under budget. Buildings and the built environment have been given guidelines for making them more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.
- The structural usage of glass, escalators and moving walks, information and communication enabled installation, solid waste management, and asset facility management have all been incorporated as new chapters.
The Purpose Of Construction Contracts
Every contract in India must comply with the Indian Contract Act, 1872, which stipulates that there must be an agreement between two or more competent parties and that the parties must have entered into the agreement with their free consent, for a legitimate consideration, and for a lawful object.
Construction contracts, like any other contract, must meet the aforementioned standards in order to be legally enforceable. The Indian Contract Act governs most contracts between contractors and employers, and forms are chosen from organizations with a global reputation for construction contracts.
France, Belgium, and Switzerland founded FIDIC, the Fédération Internationale Des Ingénieurs-Conseils, or the International Federation of Consulting Engineers, in 1913. 2 The FIDIC is a prestigious federation with 60 countries as members, with its headquarters in Switzerland. Aside from its core purpose, FIDIC has become well-known for producing standard forms of construction and engineering contracts. Following the publication of its first form contract, named ‘The Form of Contract for Works of Civil Engineering Construction,’ also known as the Red Book because of the color of the cover, all FIDIC form contracts became identified by the color of their covers.
What Is The Current State Of Construction Companies In India?
Construction companies are rapidly expanding. After agriculture, construction is India’s second-largest industry sector. It is one of the most important contributions to India’s economic growth. It is the country’s second-largest employer, employing approximately 40 million people. Furthermore, the Union Budget 2020 has placed a strong emphasis on infrastructure development for economic growth. Furthermore, the industry’s growth is influenced by a number of variables, including population growth, increased urbanization, and an increase in disposable income.
As a result, the building industry is in a strong position now and in the coming decades. Furthermore, the need for housing, construction projects, and other services will continue to rise. India is also expected to become the world’s third-largest building market by 2025. Similarly, the construction industry is predicted to grow at a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 15.7 percent by 2022. The recently completed effort to construct smart cities has also increased the sector’s relevance. The construction industry currently accounts for 8% of India’s GDP.
Conclusion:
The basic goal of building laws, often known as building codes, is to protect public health, safety, and welfare when it comes to the construction and use of buildings and structures. When the proper government or private body formally enacts the building codes, they become law in that jurisdiction.
Reference:
- WIKIPEDIA, “Building Code”- http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Building_code
- FLAME RETARDANTS, “Fire Safety Requirements for building and construction”- https://flameretardants.americanchemistry.com/Fire-Safety-Requirements-for-Building-Construction/
- A. (2020, December 24). What Are the Laws Affecting Construction Companies In India? – Vakilsearch. Vakilsearch. https://vakilsearch.com/advice/what-are-the-laws-affecting-construction-companies-in-india/.
- Construction Law International – June 2021 – Country Updates: India Part 2 | International Bar Association. (n.d.). Construction Law International – June 2021 – Country Updates: India part 2 | International Bar Association. https://www.ibanet.org/clint-june-2021-india-construction-laws-reform.
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