IGBC Green Townships

IGBC Green Townships
IGBC Green Townships

(For Townships and Large Developments)
Rating System
Pilot Version
Abridged Reference Guide
November 2010
Confederation of Indian Industry

CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre
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CII Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre
Survey No. 64, Kothaguda Post
Near Kothaguda Cross Roads, R R Dist
Hyderabad 500 084
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Acknowledgement
The Pilot Version of the IGBC Green Townships Abridged Reference Guide has been made possible
through the efforts of many dedicated volunteers, staff members and others in the IGBC community. The
rating system was developed by the IGBC Green Townships Core Committee and many other members.
We extend our deepest gratitude to all these members. Tremendous inputs also came in at the IGBC
Green Townships Stakeholders Meet in August 2010, which had an overwhelming response from
stakeholders all over the country. IGBC places on record its sincere thanks to the participating companies
and individuals who enthusiastically volunteered during the break- out sessions.
Our special thanks to the following members for their participation and contributions in developing the
rating programme:
v Dr Prem C Jain, Chairman, Indian Green Building Council & Chairman and Managing Director,
Spectral Services Consultants Private Limited, Noida
v Mr C.N. Raghavendran, Chairman, IGBC-Chennai Chapter & Partner, CRN Architects & Engineers,
Chennai
v Mr Chandrashekar Hariharan, CEO, Biodiversity Conservation [India] Limited, Bangalore
v Maheep Singh Thapar, Managing Director (Town/ Urban Planner), ADAPT, Hyderabad
v Mr. Amit Pal, GM Quality & Innovation, Mahindra Lifespace Developers Ltd., Mumbai
v Mr. S. Kumaresan, Chief Engineer, Mahindra World City, Chennai
v Mr Krunal Negandhi, Asst Vice President - Projects (Env), Lavasa Corporation Limited,
Mumbai
v Mr Ravindra Deodhar, Associate Vice President (Operations), Godrej Properties Limited,
Mumbai
v Mr Ankoor Sanghvi, Principal Architect, Ankoor Sanghvi Architects, Rajkot
v Mr Varun Potbhare, Sr Executive, Spectral Services Consultants Private Limited, Noida
v Ms Ritu George Kaliaden, Architect, Larsen & Toubro Limited (ECC Division), Chennai
Our sincere thanks are due to the following organisations for their participation in the programme
Ackruti City Limited
K Raheja Corp
Administrative Staff College of India
L & T Infocity Ltd
Annex Glass Industries Pvt Ltd
Lanco Hills Tech Park Pvt Ltd
Bengal Aerotropolis Projects Ltd
Larsen & Toubro Ltd
Cushman & Wakefiled
Lazarus Hospitals Ltd
Daiken Airconditioning India Pvt Ltd
LEAD Consultancy & Engineering

Services (India) Private Limited
DBHMS
Manjeera Group of Constructions
Ecoboard Industries Ltd
Marg Group
Ela Green Buildings & Infrastructure

Consultants Pvt. Ltd
Milestone Ecofirst Advisory Services PLtd
Environmental Design Solutions (EDS)
Nano - Infra
Ernst & Young Pvt Ltd
Owens Corning Enterprise India Pvt Ltd
Everest Industries Ltd
Ramky Integrated Township Ltd
Fountain Head II
RSP Design Consultants (India) Pvt Ltd
FreeSpanz Design Build Pvt Ltd
Saint Gobain Glass India
Global Innovsource Solutions Pvt Ltd
Spectral Innovation
Godrej & Boyce
Splendid Aparna Projects Pvt Ltd
Golden Gate Properties Ltd
Sri Talasila Infrastructures (India) Pvt Ltd
Green Ark Enersol
Surmount Energy
Green Footprints
Taiba Engineering Consultants
Green Ply Industries Limited
Team One India Pvt Ltd
Green Ply Industries Limited
The Grid
GreenTek Indika
Trac India Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad Industries Limited
United Engg Corpn
i Precast Builders Pvt Ltd
VK:e environmental
IIIT, Hyderabad
Wave INC ( The Chadha Group)
JLL
Wipro Eco Energy
JSW Serverfield Structures Limited
York University, Toronto, Canada
Contents
Page No.
Foreword from IGBC

Introduction
Township Defined
Benefits of Green Township
Benefits to Developers
IGBC Green Townships Rating Levels
Green Townships Project Checklist
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Site Selection & Planning

SSP MR 1
Local Regulations
20
SSP MR 2
Avoid Development of Inappropriate Sites
21
SSP MR 3
Soil Erosion Control Plan
22
SSP Credit 1
Preserve Existing Trees & Water Bodies
23
SSP Credit 2
Retain Natural Topography
24
SSP Credit 3
Public Landscape Areas
25
SSP Credit 4
Redevelopment of Contaminated Areas
26
SSP Credit 5
Local Fruit & Vegetable Produce
27
SSP Credit 6
Urban Heat Island Effect
28
LP MR 1
Land Use Optimisation
30
LP MR 2
Basic Facilities for Construction Workforce
31
LP MR 3
Basic Amenities within the Community
32
LP Credit 1
Mixed Use Development
34
LP Credit 2
Housing Typologies
35
LP Credit 3
Green Buildings
36
LP Credit 4
Employment Opportunities (Post-occupancy)
37
LP Credit 5
Social and Cultural Initiatives
38
TP MR 1
Long Term Transportation Plan
40
TP MR 2
Design for Differently Abled
41
TP Credit 1.1
Public Transportation Facilities
42
TP Credit 1.2
Eco- friendly Transportation Services
43
TP Credit 2
Road and Street Network
44
TP Credit 3
Bicycle Lane Network
45
TP Credit 4
Pedestrian Network
46
Land Use Planning
Transportation Planning
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Infrastructure Resource Management

IRM MR 1
Rainwater Harvesting, 50 %
48
IRM MR 2
Segregation of Waste (Postoccupancy)
49
IRM Credit 1
Rainwater Harvesting, 75 %, 95 %
50
IRM Credit 2
Waste Water Treatment, 100 %
51
IRM Credit 3
Waste Water Reuse, 75 %, 95 %
52
IRM Credit 4
Energy Efficiency in Infrastructural Equipment
53
IRM Credit 5
On-site Renewable Energy
54
IRM Credit 6
Off-site Green Power
55
IRM Credit 7
Construction Waste Reduction (Civil Works)
56
IRM Credit 8
Recycled Content (Civil Works)
57
IRM Credit 9
Measurement & Verification Plan (Post-occupancy)
58
Innovation in Design & Technology

IDT Credit 1.1
60
IDT Credit 1.2
60
IDT Credit 1.3
60
IDT Credit 1.4
60
IDT Credit 2
IGBC Accredited Professional
61
Foreword from the IGBC

India is witnessing tremendous growth in infrastructure and construction sector. The construction
industry in India is one of the largest economic activities and is growing at an average rate of 9.5%
as compared to the global average of 5%. As the sector is growing rapidly, preserving the
environment poses a host of challenges. To enable the construction industry to be environmentally
sensitive, CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre has established the Indian Green Building
Council (IGBC). IGBC is a consensus driven not-for-profit council representing the building
industry, consisting of more than 1,000 committed members. The council encourages builders,
developers and owners to build green to enhance the economic and environmental performance of
buildings.
The Green Building Movement in India has been spearheaded by IGBC since 2001, by creating
national awareness. The councils activities have enabled a market transformation with regard to
green building concepts, materials and technologies.
IGBC continuously works to provide tools that facilitate the adoption of green building practices in
India. The development of IGBC Green Townships Rating System is another important step in this
direction.
IGBC Membership
IGBC draws its strength from its members who have been partners in facilitating the Green
Building Movement in India. The local chapters led by individual champions and committed
members have been instrumental in reaching out the vision of the IGBC at the regional levels.
IGBC today is seen as a leader in spearheading the Indian green building movement. The council is
member driven and consensus based.
Contact:
Indian Green Building Council
C/o Confederation of Indian Industry
CII Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre
Survey No. 64, Kothaguda Post
Near Kothaguda Cross Roads, R R District
Hyderabad 500 084, India
Ph: +91 40 2311 2971-74
Fax: +91 40 2311 2837
Email: igbc@cii.in
Web: www.igbc.in
Introduction
Cities are the engines for social and economic growth of a country. The urban sector contributes
nearly 50-60% to the nations GDP1. Cities have been pivotal in the creation of employment and the
economic growth in the country.
Creation of job opportunities coupled with higher incomes and standards of living has led to an influx
of rural population into urban areas. As a result, India has witnessed an unprecedented growth in the
urban population. As per 2001 census, 28% of Indias total population resides in urban areas. It is
estimated that by the year 2030, the urban population would rise to 42% of the total population of the
country2.
Urbanisation, however, is coming at a price. Rapid growth in urbanisation has placed immense strain
on land and other natural resources. The shortage of housing has led to creation of slums &
unauthorised settlements. Rising pollution levels, traffic congestions and inadequate waste
management have resulted in a deteriorated quality of life and environment in the urban areas.
It is estimated that nearly 70 new cities with a population of greater than 500,000 would be added to
the countrys landscape by 20203. This augurs well for the country and presents a wonderful
opportunity to design these developments as green from day one.
Against this background, Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) has launched IGBC Green
Townships Rating System. The rating system is a tool which enables the designer to apply green
concepts and criteria, so as to reduce environmental impacts that are measurable. The rating system
is designed to address large developments and it is mandatory to include residential
development as part of the township. Some typical examples of large scale developments are
integrated townships, satellite cities, gated communities, campuses with multiple buildings etc.
However, it is to be noted that the rating system is not applicable for individual buildings and land
parcels.
1. http://www.urbanindia.nic.in/urbanscene/urbanreforms/urbanreform.htm
2. Roberts, B., Kanaley T., (2006). Urbanization and Sustainability in Asia. Philippines. Cities Alliance
3. Census of India, Goldman Sachs Economic Research, 2010
Township Defined:
A township is a combination of several communities; a community in turn is a combination of several
sectors. Several townships form a city. A city typically has an administrative, legal, or historical status
based on local law. A township, however, may not fall under the purview of the local government.
Township ranges in sizes and land uses. Townships are typically mixed-use in character.
However, Townships can be predominantly commercial, industrial or retail but should necessarily
comprise of a residential component. Atleast 25% of the total built-up area (in sq. m.) within the
township should be earmarked for residential use, for it to qualify for certification.
Sector can be defined as the basic module of a city. Walkabiltiy, interconnectivity, compactness,
diversity are quintessential of a sector. The size of a sector can be defined in terms of comfortable
walking distances from the centre to its periphery. Typically, 400 to 800 m is considered as a
comfortable walking distance.
A sector should consist of a mix of land uses ranging from commercial to residential. Within the
sector, the basic amenities as well as transit stops should be located within comfortable walking
distances from various land uses. Sectors promote walking through a complementary relationship
between transportation, land use and urban design character of the place. Compact and mixed-use
environment of urban buildings, public spaces and landscapes support walking directly through the
built environment and indirectly through human and economic activities associated with adjacent and
surrounding land uses.
However, it should be noted that the above definition of the sector predominantly characterises the
residential sector within the township development.
The IGBC Green Townships Rating System is designed to address the issues of sprawl, automobile
dependency, social and environmental disconnect. Developments are evaluated on the following broad
aspects:
Environmental planning
Land Use planning
Resources management
Community development
It is to be noted that the above aspects should be addressed at each sector level.
Figure 1: Schematic diagram showing the relationship between sectors, community and a township
Figure 2: Schematic diagram showing mixed-use development with basic amenities within a sector
Note: These figures are indicative only and should not be construed as recommendations
Benefits of Green Township

Application of IGBC Green Township rating system in large developments would address national
priorities leading to benefits, such as efficient land use, habitat preservation and restoration, effective
transport management, efficient use of resource and enhanced quality of life for the occupants.
v Efficient Land Use:

In todays scenario, development has become synonymous with physical expansion or growth.
There is a need for significant changes in the pattern of land use and construction that will provide
communities with better quality of life and at the same time conserve natural resources. Green
Township rating system addresses the impacts of urban sprawl by encouraging compact, mixed-use
developments and promotes higher urban densities without affecting the quality of life.
v Habitat Preservation & Restoration:

Conventional development is generally insensitive to natural environment. Such developments may
scar the landscape, take prime agricultural land out of production or destroy biodiversity and natural
habitats.
The Green Townships rating system is designed to facilitate restoration and preservation of the
natural environment by encouraging strategies that aid interface between the built environment and
natural environment. This approach will not only enhance the fabric of the planned development
but also provide environments conducive for living and working.
v Efficient Transportation Management:
Traffic congestion, long distance commuting, rising levels of air and noise pollution are pressing
issues in todays cities. Efforts to relieve congestion such as, constructing flyovers, road widening
etc., are good initiatives but may not address issues such as fossil fuel consumption and associated
emissions.
Green Townships rating system addresses these issues by encouraging effective and efficient
transportation management strategies. Such strategies include increasing opportunities for
bicycling, encouraging pedestrian friendly network; reduction in the number of automobile trips,
promoting public transportation and use of alternative vehicles.
v Efficient Use of Resources:
Perhaps the most challenging problem facing our cities today is to meet the ever- rising demand for
power, water supply and waste management. Meeting this demand requires enormous amount of
investments infrastructure. Efficient and effective use of resources is thus vital in augmenting the
existing infrastructure.
Adopting the IGBC Green Townships rating systems will reap the following benefits:
Water Efficiency: Most of the Asian countries are water stressed, and in countries like India,
the water table has reduced drastically over the last decade. Green townships encourage use of
water in a self - sustainable manner through reducing, recycling and reusing strategies and can
save potable water to an extent of 30 - 50%.
Energy Efficiency: Green townships can reduce energy consumption of infrastructural
equipment through energy efficient street lighting, motors, pumps etc. The energy savings that
can be realised by adopting this rating programme in infrastructural equipment can be to the
tune of 20 - 30%. Further, on-site power generation using various renewable energy
technologies and other clean fuels can significantly reduce the load on grid power supply.
Waste Management: Green townships encourage effective waste management strategies by
facilitating the segregating of waste at source and promoting the reuse / co-processing of
products and materials.
v Enhanced Quality Of Life:
The place that we live in has profound effect on our lives. People have a natural predisposition to
feel better and perform better in livable & safe environments. The IGBC Green Township rating
system promotes the creation of diverse, connected, affordable, safe and healthy communities that
enhance social interaction and ownership.
Green township developments are beneficial to the individual and community. Mixed land use and
compact planning are the characteristic of a green development, which reduces dependency on
automobiles and associated green house emissions. The outdoor air quality is enhanced by
providing landscaped areas, encouraging the use of clean fuels for vehicles. Noise levels are
reduced by provision of vegetative buffer. Green buildings and energy efficient infrastructure
further aid in reducing the green house gas emissions. Public landscaped areas, walkable streets,
bicycling lanes, community gardens and public spaces encourage physical activity and help in
improving public health.
Benefits to Developers
There is wide spread perception that environmentally responsive developments are time consuming
and financially less rewarding. However, in reality well-executed green developments perform
extremely well financially, as they require lower operating costs, increase health and productivity of
the citizens and have higher marketability. The immediate benefits include reduction in water and
energy demand right from the initial stages of operation. The energy savings range from 20-30% and
water savings around 30 - 50%.
Other benefits include:

Reduced maintenance costs
Reduced resource consumption
Reduced waste generation
Higher marketability
Speedy approvals
IGBC Green Townships Rating Levels

The guidelines detailed under each credit enable the design and construction of green townships.
IGBC Green Townships addresses green features under the following categories:
Site Selection and Planning
Land Use Planning
Every green township should meet certain mandatory requirements, these are non-negotiable.
Different levels of green township certification are awarded based on the total credits earned. The
credit on Innovation in design and technology is to recognise innovative ideas that are not addressed
under the rating system or the project demonstrates exemplary performance in any of the credits.
Achievements under this credit should be measurable and demonstrate significant environmental
benefits.
The threshold criteria for certification levels are as under:
Certification Levels
Points for Green

Townships
Recognition
Certified
100 119
Best Practices
Silver
120 139
Outstanding
Performance
Gold
140 159
National Excellence
Platinum
160 200
Global Leadership
When to use IGBC Green Townships

IGBC Green Township rating system is designed primarily for large scale developments. Residential
dwellings should be an integral part of the development. The project teams should first evaluate if the
mandatory requirements of the rating system are met and able to achieve the minimum points required
for certification.
IGBC Green Townships Registration

Project teams interested in IGBC Green Townships Certification for their project must first register
with IGBC. Projects can be registered on IGBC website (www.igbc.in) under IGBC Green
Townships. The website includes information on registration fee for IGBC member companies as
well as non-members. Registration is the initial step, which helps establish contact with IGBC and
provides access to the required documents, templates, important communications and other necessary
information. Visit the website for more information on IGBC Green Townships, registration as well as
the certification review process, schedule and fee.
Certification
Green Townships are typically characterised by long periods of construction, which take place in
phases. The Certification of IGBC Green Township is divided into three stages depending upon the
percentage of development completed.
Stage I 50 % of total project infrastructure development is constructed
Stage II 75 % of infrastructure and 25 % of residential development of the total project area is
constructed and in operation
Stage III Township completed in all aspects; 100% infrastructure & residential development
Note:
Infrastructure includes, but not limited to roads and streets, footpaths and pathways, public bus stops,
power cables, street lighting, traffic lights, drinking water and sewage distribution systems, water
storage tanks, sewage treatment plants, storm water drains, rain water harvesting facilities, etc.,
Scope of Developer
The areas & facilities that could generally be covered under scope of the developer:
Roads & streets
Bus stops/ MRT
Fuel recharging stations
Footpaths & pathways
Street lighting, traffic lights
Motors & pumps in public areas
Common waste water treatment and distribution system for reuse
Rain water harvesting system in public areas
Common growing spaces for vegetables & fruits
Public landscaping areas, parks, open spaces
Public common areas such as community halls, club houses, auditoriums, sports club &
facilities etc.,
Note:
The list is only illustrative, not exhaustive
Documentation
The project team is expected to provide general information of project including master plan, area
statement, project brief stating project type, land use, etc., and supporting documents at each stage of
submission for all the mandatory requirements and the credits attempted. Supporting documents are
those which provide specific proof of meeting the required performance level such as, filled- in master
template (in excel format); narratives, drawings (in PDF format only), calculations (in excel sheets),
declarations/ contract documents, manufacturer cut sheets/ letters/ material test reports, etc., for each
prerequisite/ credit, as applicable. These details are mentioned in this rating system, under each credit /
mandatory requirement.
Documentation for certification has to be submitted in three stages two design submittals and one
construction submittal:
v The stage I & stage II submissions involve those credits which can be evaluated at the design
stage. Each design submission will be assessed by third party assessors and review comments
would be provided within 50 working days.
Notes:
1. The rating system provides the list of design and/ or construction phase credits.
2. For mandatory requirements and credits indicated as Design & construction submittal,
the project should provide supporting documents during stage I & II submissions also.
3. The design submission for stage II should include clarifications to design and/ or
construction queries sought under stage I review.
v The stage III involves submission of clarifications to design and/ or construction queries sought
under stage II review. The construction document is submitted on completion of the project. This
review will also be provided within 50 working days, after which the rating is awarded.
v It is important to note that the credits earned at each stage are only considered as anticipated and
are not awarded until the township is completed in all respects. If there are changes during stages
I & II for any design/ construction credit anticipated, these changes need to be documented and
re-submitted during the final stage of certification.
IGBC will recognise townships that achieve one of the rating levels with a formal letter of
certification and a mountable plaque.
Pre-certification
Pre-certification is an option provided for projects aspiring to get pre-certified at the design stage. The
documentation submitted for pre-certification must detail the project design features, which will be
implemented. The rating awarded under pre-certification is based on the projects design details that
comply with the requirements of the rating system.
It is important to note that the pre-certification rating awarded need not neccesarily correspond to the
final certification. Pre-certified projects are required to provide the status of the project to IGBC, in
relation to the rating, once in every six months until the award of the final rating. Pre-certification
gives the owner/ developer a unique advantage to market the project to potential buyers.
Those projects which seek pre-certification need to submit the following documentation:
v General information of project including master plan, area statement, project brief stating project
type, land use, etc., and supporting documents at each stage of submission for all the mandatory
requirements and the attempted credits.
v Supporting documents are those which provide specific proof of meeting the required performance
level such as, filled-in master template (in excel format); narratives, drawings (in PDF format
only), calculations (in excel sheets), declarations/ contract documents, manufacturer cut sheets/
letters/ material test reports, etc., for each prerequisite/ credit, as applicable. These details are
mentioned in this rating system, under each credit / mandatory requirement.
IGBC would take 50 working days to review the first set of pre-certification documents. On receiving
the clarifications posed in the first review, IGBC would take another 50 working days to award the
pre-certification level. A certificate and a letter are provided to projects on pre-certification.
Credit Interpretation Ruling (CIR)

In some instances, the design team can face certain challenges in applying or interpreting a mandatory
requirement or a credit. It can also happen in cases where the project can opt to achieve the same goal
through a different compliance route. To resolve this, IGBC uses the process of Credit Interpretation
Ruling (CIR) to ensure that rulings are consistent and applicable to other projects as well.
The following are the steps to be followed in case the project team faces a problem:
v Consult the Reference Guide for description of the credit goal, compliance options and
calculations
v Review the goal of the credit or mandatory requirement and self-evaluate whether the project
satisfies the goal
v Review the Credit Interpretation web page for previous CIR on the relevant credit or mandatory
requirement. All projects registered under IGBC Green Townships will have access to this page
v If a similar CIR has not been addressed or does not answer the question sufficiently, submit a
credit interpretation request. Only registered projects are eligible to post CIRs. Two CIRs are
answered without levying any fee and for any CIR beyond the first two CIRs, fee is levied.
Appeal
Generally, credits get denied due to misinterpretation of the goal. On receipt of the final review, the
project team has the option to appeal to IGBC for reassessment of denied credits or mandatory
requirements. The documentation for the mandatory requirements or credits seeking appeal may be
resubmitted to IGBC along with necessary fee. IGBC will take 30 working days to review such
documentation. These submissions would be reviewed by an assessor not involved in the earlier
assessments. Documentation for appeals should include the following:
i. Documentation submitted for design submission
ii. Documentation submitted for construction submission
iii. Clarifications along with necessary drawings and calculations
Fee
Certification fee details can be found on IGBC website.
Updates and Addenda
The final draft of the rating system would be called as IGBC Green Townships Rating System. As
the rating system continues to improve and evolve, updates and addenda to the reference guide will be
made available through the website. These additions will be incorporated in the next version of the
rating system.
Checklist for IGBC Green Townships Rating System

Points
Awarded
Site Selection & Planning

SSP MR 1
Local Regulations
Required
SSP MR 2
Required
SSP MR 3
Required
SSP Credit 1
SSP Credit 2
SSP Credit 3
SSP Credit 4
SSP Credit 5
Local Fruits & Vegetable Produce
SSP Credit 6
40
Land Use Planning
LP MR 1
Required
LP MR 2
Required
LP MR 3
Required
LP Credit 1
10
LP Credit 2
Housing Typologies
LP Credit 3
Green Buildings
12
LP Credit 4
Employment Opportunities (Post-occupancy)
LP Credit 5
Social & Cultural Initiatives
44
TP MR 1
Required
TP MR 2
Required
TP Credit 1.1
Public transportation Facilities
TP Credit 1.2
Eco-Friendly Transportation Services
TP Credit 2
Road & Street Network
TP Credit 3
TP Credit 4
Pedestrian Network
30

IRM MR 1
Rainwater Harvesting, 50%
Required
IRM MR 2
Segregation of Waste (Post- occupancy)
Required
IRM Credit 1
Rainwater Harvesting, 75%, 95%
IRM Credit 2
Waste Water Treatment, 100%
IRM Credit 3
Waste Water Reuse, 75%, 95%
IRM Credit 4
IRM Credit 5
On- site Renewable Energy
16
IRM Credit 6
Off- site Green Power
12
IRM Credit 7
Construction Waste Reduction (Civil Works)
IRM Credit 8
IRM Credit 9
70
IDT Credit 1.1
IDT Credit 1.2
IDT Credit 1.3
IDT Credit 1.4
IDT Credit 2
TOTAL POINTS
16
200
SITE SELECTION & PLANNING
Site Selection and Planning
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Local Regulations
Design Submittal
SSP Mandatory Requirement 1

Intent:
Ensure that project comply with the required statutory and regulatory codes so as to support the local
government in implementing such requirements
Compliance Options:
The following measures need to be ensured:
Approval of the plan from the government authority
Approvals for all statutory requirements relating to development of the project
Documentation Required
Provide an approved plan from the local government authority
Provide a declaration that local government authority has given clearance for construction
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Design Submittal

Intent:
Avoid developments in ecologically sensitive areas and negate the associated environmental impacts
Compliance Options:
Option 1:
Do not develop buildings, roads or parking areas on portions of sites that meet any one of the
following criteria:
Land which is specifically identified as habitat for any species on the threatened or
endangered list of Wildlife Institute of India
Within 150 m of any wetland or restrict development from wetlands as per regulations laid
by state / central authority, whichever is more stringent
Land whose elevation is lower than the maximum observed flood levels or 100 year flood
level, whichever is higher
Documentation Required:
A site vicinity map of the township indicating all the inappropriate areas
Provide a copy of the approval plan for development and clearance certificate from the
competent authority
In case part of the site contains any of the inappropriate areas, provide a declaration that the
development has not been planned in such areas
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Design & Construction Submittal

Intent:
Control soil erosion to preserve the top soil, avoid contamination of air and natural water bodies
Compliance Options:
Adopt measures listed below to control erosion, during construction and post- occupancy:
Implement soil erosion control measures conforming to best management practices
highlighted in National Building Code (NBC) of India
For area where the top soil is fertile, remove, stack & protect the top soil from the
development areas and reuse for landscaping. For areas where the top soil is not available,
provide a detailed narrative justifying the site condition
Provide topography/ contour maps indicating gradients, aspects and altitude
Submit a narrative on the measures implemented during construction. Submit a post- occupancy
erosion control plan
Provide a detailed description of the strategies implemented to stabilise the slopes and maintain
such areas through the life of the project
Project sites where the top soil is not available, provide a soil analysis report from a competent
authority conforming the same
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SSP Credit 1
Points: 6
Intent:
Preserve existing trees and water bodies to minimise site disturbance, thereby protecting the habitat
Compliance Options: (2 points for each measure)
Preserve atleast 25% of the existing trees within the project. Wherever preservation is
practically not possible, consider transplantation of the trees within the site
For every tree that is uprooted, plant atleast ten new saplings
In sites having water bodies, protect and restore 100% of the existing water bodies
Provide a landscape plan showing existing trees, water bodies, water ways, nallahs, spring
lines, stream lines passing through the project
Provide a description of the strategies implemented on site for preservation/ transplantation
of existing trees
Submit details of new saplings provided for the trees uprooted, if any
Submit measures taken to protect & restore 100% of the existing water bodies
A written commitment from the developer that the water bodies would be maintained for
the life of the project
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Design Submittal
SSP Credit 2
Points: 6
Intent:
Conserve natural topography by restricting development footprint, thereby minimising site
disturbances and the associated environmental impacts
Compliance Options:
Retain atleast 25% of the total site area with natural topography. Points for natural topography
retained are awarded as follows:
Percentage of Natural
Topography Retained
Points
25%
35%
4
6
Provide landscape layout showing the topography and contours of the site
Submit calculations to show the percentage of the sites natural topography retained
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Design Submittal
SSP Credit 3
Points: 6
Intent:
Promote public health and encourage community interaction by providing landscaped areas
Compliance Options:
Provide public landscaped area to an extent of atleast 25% of the total area of each residential
sector (OR) in accordance with the local bye- laws, whichever is stringent. Points for public
landscape areas are awarded as follows:
Percentage of Public Landscape Areas
Points
25 %
35 %
Note:
o Potted plants cannot be considered as landscaped areas
Provide a copy of local bye- laws highlighting the public landscaped area requirement within the
residential area
Provide landscape plan of the township highlighting public landscaped areas in each residential
sector
Provide a narrative describing the design of public landscaped areas
Submit calculations showing percentage of public landscape areas provided
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SSP Credit 4
Points: 6
Intent:
Restore and reuse contaminated sites for development to reduce demand for virgin land
Compliance Options:
Develop the project on a contaminated site after taking appropriate remediation measures.
Points for contaminated areas restored are awarded as follows:
Percentage of Contaminated Areas Restored
Points
20 %
30 %
Provide a letter from a competent authority that the site is contaminated
Site plan highlighting the contaminated areas within the project
Copy of the site assessment report and a narrative describing remediation methods adopted to
clean up the site
Calculations showing percentages of contaminated areas restored
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Local Fruits & Vegetable Produce
SSP Credit 5
Points: 8
Intent:
Encourage local food production and minimise environmental damage from long distance
transportation of food
Compliance Options:
Create Growing Spaces for fruit and vegetable requirements to cater to the community needs.
Points are awarded as follows:
Growing Area (sq. m. per dwelling unit)
Points
15
25
35
4
6
8
Provide a site plan indicating the location of growing spaces
Provide description of food produce from such lands and calculations meeting the credit
requirement
A declaration from the developer that these spaces would be maintained and managed by an
authorised entity and no developments will be planned in such areas
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SSP Credit 6
Points: 8
Intent:
Reduce heat island effect to minimise impacts on urban climate
Compliance Options:
For footpaths, pathways, roads, surface parking and other non- impervious areas within the
township, provide tree cover (within 5 years) or use light colored/ high albedo materials
(reflectance of atleast 0.3) or open grid pavements. Points for areas under tree cover/ high
reflectance material / open grid pavement are awarded as follows:
Percentage of Areas under Tree Cover/ High
Reflectance Material/ Open Grid Pavement
Points
50 %
75 %
95 %
Submit a narrative describing the strategies used to mitigate the heat island effect for all nonroof impervious areas within the township
Provide the details of tree cover (within 5 years) or use light colored/ high albedo materials
(reflectance of atleast 0.3) or open grid pavements
Provide drawings and calculations of all non- roof impervious surfaces to show the percentage
of areas under tree cover / high reflectance material / open grid pavement
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LAND USE PLANNING
Land Use Planning
-------------------------------- IGBC Green Townships Pilot Vers ion ------------------------
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LAND USE PLANNING
Design Submittal
LP Mandatory Requirement 1
Intent:
Conserve land by encouraging higher development densities, thereby reducing urban sprawl
Compliance Options:
v Design residential & non- residential developments to meet the FSI/ FAR prescribed by the
existing local bye-laws. Wherever permissible under the law, explore opportunities to exceed
the required FSI/ FAR
v Earmark atleast 25% of the total built-up area within the township as residential areas
v Submit an approval copy of the sanctioned master plan of the project from local authority or
municipal corporation
v Submit documents to show the requirements of the local bye- laws
v Submit calculations to show that FAR/ FSI meets the requirements of the local bye- laws
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LAND USE PLANNING
Construction Submittal
Intent:
Promote the welfare of construction workforce by providing safe and healthy work conditions
Compliance Options:
v Provide the following on- site basic facilities such as:
Adequate housing for workforce during construction
Sanitary measures to meet or exceed the local bye- law requirement
Sewage treatment and disposal arrangements
Medical and emergency facilities
Adequate drinking water facilities
Provision of personal protective equipment
Dust suppression measures
Adequate illumination levels in work areas
v Ensure that provisions for such facilities are included in the construction contract agreement
v Provide a copy of the construction contract document highlighting the inclusion of facilities
required under this credit
v A brief description and photographs of the measures implemented
v Submit layout plan highlighting the measures implemented
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LAND USE PLANNING
Design Submittal
Intent:
Locate basic amenities within walkable distances to reduce dependency on automobiles
Compliance Options:
v For residential areas, provide minimum ten basic amenities as listed under category 1, within
800 meters from the centre of the residential sector:
Category 1:
Grocery Shop/ Super Market

ATM
Pharmacy
Medical Clinic
Laundry
Electricity/ Water/ Telephone Bills Payment Centers
Stationery Shop
Parks with Walking Tracks
Crche/ Day Care,

Sports Club/ Fitness Centre
Coffee Shop
Internet Centre
Beauty Salon
Hardware Shop
Restaurant
Note:
Proximity is determined by drawing an 800 meter radius circle from the centre of the sector and
counting the services within that radius
(AND)
v Provide minimum four basic amenities as listed in category 2, within 2km from the boundary of
the sector:
Category 2:
Bank
Post Office/ Courier Service
Fire/ Emergency Response Station

Police Station
Library
School
Community Center
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LAND USE PLANNING

v Submit a brief narrative of the basic amenities provided within the sector
v Provide a site map (to scale) indicating the location and distances of the ten basic amenities
listed in Category- 1 within 800 m radius from the centre of the residential sector to meet the
requirement under this compliance
v Provide four basic amenities listed in Category 2 within 2 km from the boundary of the sector to
meet the requirement under this compliance
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LAND USE PLANNING
Design Submittal
LP Credit 1
Points: 10
Intent:
Provide mutually compatible urban developments within the project to create sustainable habitats
Compliance Options:
v Earmark atleast 35% of the total built-up area within the township as residential areas
(2 points)
(AND)
v The mixed use development should include a combination of atleast four developments as
specified below within the township (8 points):
Offices
Retail
Institutional
Hospitals
Industrial
Recreational & Cultural
v Provide land use mapping of the township
v Site plan indicating the location of the specified number of diverse land- uses within the project
v Provide a narrative describing the mixed use development proposed within the township
v Calculation of the area percentage of residential development within the project
v List of the mixed use developments provided within the project
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LAND USE PLANNING
Housing Typologies
Design Submittal
LP Credit 2
Points: 8
Intent:
Provide a range of housing types to encourage social and economic mix within the society
Compliance Options:
v Provide atleast two of the following housing typologies within each sector (4 points):
High Income Group (HIG)
Middle Income Group (MIG)
Low Income Group (LIG)
(AND)
v Earmark residential units for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Points for providing EWS
housing are awarded as follows:
EWS Housing as a Percentage of Total

Residential Units
Points
15 %
20 %
v Provide the site plan showing the location of residential areas within the project
v Provide a narrative describing the mix of proposed housing typologies and submit a copy of
typical design details
v Submit calculations of EWS housing proposed in residential area
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LAND USE PLANNING
Green Buildings
LP Credit 3
Points: 12
Intent:
Encourage design and construction of eco- friendly buildings to minimise negative environmental
impacts associated with the development
Compliance Options:
v Design green buildings within the project with appropriate green building rating systems, such
as IGBC and LEED India (e.g., factories, homes, commercial buildings, etc.,). Points for
percentage of green buildings are awarded as follows:
Points Awarded
Green Buildings as a Percentage of

Total number of Buildings
Registered
Certified*
20 %
30 %
2
4
4
8
Note:
* The buildings should be individually certified at the time of township certification
v Provide documents to show that the buildings are registered/ certified, as applicable
v Submit calculations to show the required percentage of areas being constructed as green
buildings
v Provide a summary of sustainable design features incorporated in the green building projects
and include a copy of certification awarded
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LAND USE PLANNING
Employment Opportunitie s (Post-occupancy)
Design Submittal
LP Credit 4
Points: 8
Intent:
Provide opportunities of employment within the township to reduce long distance travel
Compliance Options:
v Provide full time employment opportunities for a minimum of 10% of the township population
v Ensure diverse employment opportunities catering to all sections of the society. Points for
employment opportunities are awarded as follows:
Employment as a Percentage of Total

Population
Points
10 %
15 %
20 %
6
8
v Provide a brief description of the employment opportunities created in terms of numbers and
diversity
v Provide calculations to indicate the percentages of employment opportunities created within the
project
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LAND USE PLANNING
Social and Cultural Initiatives

LP Credit 5
Design Submittal
Points: 6
Intent:
Encourage the project to take up social initiatives, within or outside the project boundary, to create
a harmonious relationship with the local community
Compliance Options:
v Build vibrant and inclusive communities by adopting any six of the following initiatives
(6 points):
Building of schools for local population
Provisions for clinic, dispensaries, banks etc.,
Training to local farmers on best agricultural practices and latest trends
Vocational training institutes for men and women
Local craft and cottage industry
Conserve or restore buildings of historical importance
Adequate public drinking water facilities
Any other social initiatives which would have a positive impact on the local community
v Submit Social Impact Assessment Report due to development of the project
v Submit Community Engagement Report highlighting measures adopted
v Provide drawings of schools and a brief description of the facilities in terms of :
Population addressed
Educational attainment levels primary , secondary, higher education
Alternative forms of education- vocational training for school drop- out, workshop
v Provide a brief description and total area allocated for facilities such as dispensaries, clinics,
banks, local craft & cottage industry
v Provide a brief description about the training offered to local farmers
v Provide a brief description of the conservation or restoration strategies adopted for buildings of
historical importance
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TRANSPORTATION PLANNING
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Design Submittal
TP Mandatory Requirement 1
Intent:
Encourage long term planning for cohesive transportation system to reduce adverse environmental
impacts emanating from future traffic volumes
Compliance Options:
v Develop and implement a long term transportation plan that includes the following:
Future expectations of traffic volumes to be generated in next 5, 10 & 15 years
Planning measures to control future traffic volumes
Measures to mitigate the impacts due to vehicular emissions
Strategies to incorporate public transportation facilities such as MRT, bus services etc.,
v A narrative describing the short and long term measures to be implemented to manage traffic
and to reduce congestion
v Provide a transportation master plan of the project consisting of roadways, railroads, highways,
bicycle lanes, sidewalks and their adjacent land uses
v Provide documentation/ declaration to show that public buses would comply with the norms
specified in the latest edition of Bharat Standard for Vehicular Emissions
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Design Submittal
TP Mandatory Requirement 2
Intent:
Ensure that public needs of differently abled people are adequately addressed
Compliance Options:
v Incorporate the following provisions for differently abled people in all public spaces, as
applicable:
Safe, comfortable and easy access
Uniformity in flooring level/ ramps
Preferred car parking spaces
Restrooms designed for differently abled
v Provide drawings showing design provisions for differently abled people
41
Public Transportation Facilities
TP Credit 1.1
Points: 6
Intent:
Encourage the use of public transportation to reduce fossil fuel consumption & vehicular emissions,
which inturn would minimise health impacts
v Provide bus stops and/ or metro rail station within a distance of 1.0 km from the centre of the
sector
v All bus stop facilities should be sheltered with adequate seating capacity, illumination and
display of bus routes & timetables
v Provide restrooms (toilets) at every alternate bus stop and at each metro transit station
v Provide site vicinity plan indicating distances from the centre of the township to the railway
station and bus stops
v Provide a narrative describing the strategies employed to design and implement safe and
convenient access to public transportation
v Submit typical drawings of a bus stop facility and toilet details
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Eco- friendly Transportation Services
TP Credit 1.2
Points: 6
Intent:
Encourage the use of public transportation to reduce fossil fuel consumption & vehicular emissions,
which inturn would minimise health impacts
Compliance Options:
v Provide 100% intra- city eco- friendly public bus shuttle services (2 points)
(AND)
v Provide eco- friendly refueling facilities (CNG, bio- fuels etc.,) within the township to meet
the following criteria:
Percentage of Eco- friendly

Refueling Stations
Points
50%
75%
Note:
o For a petrol pump station to be considered as eco- friendly, atleast one filling pump should
have eco- friendly fuel (CNG, bio- fuels etc.,) within that premises
v Narrative describing the eco- friendly modes of transportation
v Submit site plan indicating the locations of all eco- friendly refueling facilities provided
within the township
v Provide calculations demonstrating eco- friendly refueling facilities meet the required criteria
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Road and Street Network

TP Credit 2
Design Submittal
Points: 6
Intent:
Provide interconnected road and street network to facilitate transport efficiency and easy
connectivity
v Meet road and street widths as specified in local bye- laws
v All road and streets to facilitate interconnectivity within the township. Design interconnected
street network such that roads & streets intersect at intervals as specified in local bye-laws or
atleast 150 m intervals, whichever is smaller, within and along the boundary of each sector
v Develop and maintain streetscape elements such as street plantations, intersection layouts,
roundabouts, on- street parking, etc., within the township
v Submit a document highlighting road and street width requirements, intersection intervals as
specified in the local bye- laws
v Provide a road and street network plan highlighting the interconnectivity within the township
v Provide the road and street cross sections
v Submit drawings highlighting intersection intervals provided within the sector and along the
boundary of the sector
v Submit a list of the various types of streetscape elements provided along the periphery of roads
and streets
v Submit a declaration that the road and streets are accessible by the general public for the life of
the project
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Design Submittal
TP Credit 3
Points: 6
Intent:
Reduce automobile dependency for short distance commuting to minimise fuel consumption &
vehicular emissions, thereby promoting physical activity and public health
v Encourage the use of bicycle as an environment friendly transportation choice.
Design bicycle lane network to connect to all basic amenities and transit facilities
Provide bicycle parking and ensure proper illumination for bicycle lanes
Develop strategies and measures to ensure that lanes are not encroached by vehicular traffic
or pedestrians
v Submit a typical bicycle network plan highlighting the connectivity between basic amenities
and transit facilities
v Provide drawings to show bicycle parking in public areas
v Provide a plan or a declaration to ensure that bicycle lanes and bicycle parking spaces are used
for that purpose only.
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Pedestrian Network
TP Credit 4
Design Submittal
Points: 6
Intent:
Encourage safe and comfortable walking experience by providing well designed interconnected
pedestrian network
v Design pedestrian network between local transit facilities, residential, commercial and other
developments
v Provide shades for footpaths and pathways through tree cover for comfortable pedestrian
access. This should be achieved within 5 years of plantation
v Provide adequate street lighting to achieve appropriate lux levels for the entire pedestrian
network within the township
v Provide a narrative describing the strategies employed in designing safe and comfortable
pedestrian network within the township
v Provide site plan showing the footpath/ pathway network within the township and its
connectivity with the surrounding vicinities
v Submit design details of shades and street lighting for pedestrian pathways
v Submit a declaration by the developer/ owner that the pedestrian pathways and footpaths would
be maintained for the life of the project
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INFRASTRUCTURE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
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Rainwater Harvesting,
50%
IRM Mandatory Requirement 1

Intent:
Harvest rainwater to enhance groundwater table and reduce municipal water demand
Compliance Options:
v Provide rainwater harvesting or storage system to capture atleast 50% runoff from the roof &
non- roof impervious areas considering two year average one day rainfall.
Note:
o The project should consider roof & non-roof impervious areas which are under developers
scope
o Two year average one day rainfall may be computed by dividing the total annual rainfall
with total number of rainy days for the past two years
v Provide rainfall data for the past two years
v Provide details on the rainwater harvesting system specifying storage capacity and volume of
water captured
v Provide calculations to show that designed rainwater harvesting system captures 50% of the
two year average one day rainfall
v Provide a site plan highlighting the areas under scope of the developer
v Storm water management plan highlighting location of all rainwater harvesting pits/ storage
systems within the township
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Segregation of Waste (Post- occupancy)
Design Submittal
IRM Mandatory Requirement 2

Intent:
Reduce disposal of waste in landfills by proper segregation of waste at source, post-occupancy
Compliance Options:
v Develop a waste management plan for the project and identify methods to segregate and
efficiently dispose waste
v Place colour coded waste bins in all public areas to collect recyclable waste such as organic
waste, paper, glass, plastic, cardboard, metal, e-waste, etc., at source of generation
v Insist on segregation of waste in residential and commercial buildings for proper collection
and disposal
v Provide detailed description of waste management plan (for proper segregation, handling and
disposal) adopted within the township
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Rainwater Harvesting , 75 %, 95 %
IRM Credit 1
Points: 6
Intent:
Harvest rainwater to enhance the groundwater table and reduce municipal water demand
Compliance Options:
v Provide rainwater harvesting or storage system to capture atleast 75% runoff from the roof &
non- roof areas considering two year average one day rainfall. Points for rainwater harvesting
are awarded as follows:
Rainwater Harvesting System to
Capture/ Recharge
Points
75 % runoff
95 % runoff
Note:
o The project should consider roof & non-roof areas which are under developers scope
o Two year average one day rainfall may be computed by dividing the total annual rainfall
with total number of rainy days for the past two years
v Provide rainfall data for the past two years
v Provide details on the rainwater harvesting system specifying storage capacity and volume of
water captured
v Provide calculations to show that designed rainwater harvesting system captures 75% of two
year average one day rainfall
v Provide a site plan highlighting the areas under scope of the developer and location of all
rainwater harvesting pits and storage systems within the township
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Waste Water Treatment, 100 %
IRM Credit 2
Points: 6
Intent:
Encourage on- site treatment of wastewater to avoid pollution of natural water streams
Compliance Options:
v Provide wastewater treatment infrastructure to treat 100% of the waste water generated within
the project. The treatment facility can be centralised or at a sector level, as necessary.
v Ensure that the treated wastewater conforms to the quality standards required for respective
application
v Provide a detailed description of design and treatment process of installed on- site wastewater
treatment system
v Provide water balance calculations indicating the water requirements for potable use, domestic
use, landscaping and all other non- potable uses within the township
v Calculations indicating the percentage of wastewater treated by wastewater treatment system
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Waste Water Reuse, 75 %, 95 %
IRM Credit 3
Points: 6
Intent:
Encourage use of recycled water to reduce demand for municipal water
Compliance Options:
v Provide wastewater distribution infrastructure so as to convey atleast 75% of the treated
wastewater to large turf areas (parks and golf courses, landscaped public areas etc.,),
horticulture/ irrigation, construction sites and other areas of non- potable uses within or outside
the boundary of the project. Points for wastewater reuse are awarded as follows:
Percentage of Treated Waste

Water Reused
Points
75 %
95 %
4
6
v Provide water balance calculations indicating the water requirements for potable use, domestic
use, landscaping and all other non-potable uses in the township
v Provide calculations to demonstrate the percentage of wastewater reused on- site
v In case the treated wastewater is used for construction purpose, provide documentation to show
that the treated wastewater conforms to the required quality standards
v In case the treated wastewater is conveyed outside the boundary, provide calculations to show
the percentage of wastewater conveyed and a brief description of the usage along with the
distribution system
v Provide a drawing and a brief description of the infrastructure provided to convey the
wastewater to landscaped areas and other non- potable uses
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Design Submittal
IRM Credit 4
Points: 8
Intent:
Maximise energy efficiency, thereby reducing the environmental impacts resulting from energy use
Compliance Options:
v For all equipment/ systems within the township, achieve energy efficiency for the following
systems:
Lighting systems:
o
For roads and streets less than 3 m wide, maintain installed LPD of 3.3 watt per linear
metre AND for roads and streets wider than 3 m, maintain installed LPD of 2.2 watt/ sq.m
(1 point)
For public parks and landscape areas, maintain LPD of 1.6 watt / sq. m (1 point)
On / off automatic controls for street lighting (1 point)
LED for all traffic lights (1 point)
LED for all public signages and hoardings (2 points)
Potable water pumps, waste water pumps and motors:

o
Select pumps with efficiency of atleast 85% (1 point)
Select motors (> 10 HP) with efficiency of atleast 85% (1 point)
v List of all infrastructural equipment/ systems within the township
v Plan indicating the lighting layout in all public areas
v LPD calculations for areas such as roads, streets, public parks, landscape areas, as applicable
v Details of on / off automatic controls designed for street lighting
v Energy efficiency details for all potable water pumps, waste water pumps and motors
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On- site Renewable Energy
IRM Credit 5
Points: 16
Intent:
Promote the use of on- site renewable energy technologies to reduce the load on grid power
Compliance Options:
v Install on- site renewable energy systems such as solar, wind, bio- mass, bio- gas, bio- diesel or
any other forms of renewable energy in township. Design and implement the renewable energy
measures in areas under the developers scope. Points for on- site renewable energy are awarded
as follows:
Percentage of Renewable Energy to Total Annual

Energy Consumption
(Developers Scope)
Points
10 %
20 %
30 %
12
40%
16
Documentation required:
v List of areas / utilities under the scope of developer and their estimated annual energy
consumption
v Details of various renewable energy systems installed within the project
v Calculations demonstrating the percentage of total annual energy consumption (by utilities
under scope of the developer) catered by on- site renewable energy systems
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Off- site Green Power
IRM Credit 6
Points: 12
Intent:
Encourage the utilities to buy renewable energy so as to reduce the environmental impacts
associated with the energy produced from fossil fuels
Compliance Options:
v Demonstrate that the project has wheeled off- site green power to cater to areas under the
developers scope, for atleast three years, post-occupancy. Points for off- site renewable energy
investment are awarded as follows:
Percentage of Off- site Renewable Energy to

Total Annual Energy Consumption
(Developers Scope)
Points
25 %
50 %
75 %
12
v Contract agreement between third party renewable energy supplier, utility and the developer of
the proposed township highlighting the contract period and installed capacity
v Calculations demonstrating the percentage of total annual energy consumption (by utilities
under scope of the developer) catered by off- site green power
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Construction Waste Reduction
(Civil Works)
IRM Credit 7
Points: 6
Intent:
Avoid construction waste and debris from being sent to landfills and ensure that the recyclable
waste is redirected to manufacturing units or reused in appropriates sites
Compliance Options:
v Segregate waste generated during construction for subsequent diversion for recycling or reuse
v Avoid atleast 50% of the waste generated during construction from being sent to landfills and
incinerators
v Calculate percentage either by weight or volume. Points for waste reduction during
construction are awarded as follows:
Percentage of Waste Diverted
Points
50 %
75 %
Note:
o This credit is applicable for all civil works which are under scope of the developer
v Develop and implement waste management plan
v Submit records and calculations tabulating the total quantity of waste generated, waste diverted
from landfills along with means of diversion
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IRM Credit 8
Points: 8
Intent:
Encourage the use of recycled content in construction materials to reduce environmental impacts
associated with the use of virgin materials
Compliance Options:
v Select recycled materials for buildings and/ or civil works such that the total recycled content
constitutes atleast 10% (by cost) of total materials. Points for recycled content are awarded as
follows:
Percentage of Recycled Content
Points
10 %
20 %
30 %
Note:
o This credit is applicable for all civil works which are under scope of the developer
v Provide a list of materials used, the recycled content in each material and the material cost
v Submit letters from manufacturers specifying the recycled content of the materials used in the
construction
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Design Submittal
IRM Credit 9
Points: 2
Intent:
Ensure ongoing accountability in energy consumption of infrastructural equipment
Compliance Options:
v Develop and implement a measurement and verification (M&V) plan to evaluate energy
system performance for infrastructural equipment
v The infrastructural equipment includes those equipment listed under IRM Credit 4
v Provide a copy of the measurement and verification plan. The plan should include detailed
methodologies for establishing baselines, measurement, frequencies for measurement, data
storage & analysis, reporting schedules etc.,
v Provide a list of necessary metering equipment installed to measure energy use
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INNOVATION IN DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
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Design / Construction Submittal
IDT Credit 1.1 - 1.4
Points: 12
Intent:
Provide design teams and projects, the opportunity to be awarded points for exceptional performance
set by the IGBC Green Townships Rating System and / or innovative performance in Green design
that are not specifically addressed by the IGBC Green Townships Rating System.
Compliance Options: (3 points for each credit)
Credit 1.1: Innovation in Design & Technology
Identify the intent of the proposed innovation credit, the proposed requirement for
compliance and the proposed documentation to demonstrate compliance, and the design
approach used to meet the required elements.
Credit 1.2: Innovation in Design & technology
Same as credit 1.1
Same as credit 1.1
Same as credit 1.1
Provide narrative, design specifications, drawings, calculations and photographs, whichever
applicable.
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IDT Credit 2
Design Submittal
Point: 4
Intent:
Support and encourage the involvement of IGBC AP accredited professionals in the Green
Township projects.
Compliance Options:
v Atleast one principal participant of the project team shall be an IGBC Accredited Professional
(IGBC AP)
v Submit IGBC AP certificate of principal participant.
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Confederation of Indian Industry

CII-Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre
Survey No. 64, Kothaguda Post,
Near Hi-Tech City Hyderabad - 500 084.
Tel : + 91 40 23112971-74, Fax: 040-23112837
Email: igbc@cii.in
Web: www.igbc.in
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Foreword from IGBC

Site Selection & Planning

Avoid Development of Inappropriate Sites

Soil Erosion Control Plan

Preserve Existing Trees & Water Bodies

Retain Natural Topography

Public Landscape Areas

Redevelopment of Contaminated Areas

Local Fruit & Vegetable Produce

Urban Heat Island Effect

Land Use Optimisation

Basic Facilities for Construction Workforce

Basic Amenities within the Community