The setting of FSI is a constant battle in India. The forgone conclusion is that we have to build up in Urban areas. The debate is how high?
Why not get rid of FSI and allow builders to build as high as they want with the following stipulation:
- Government chalks out green space for parks and play ground as part of the city’s master plan.
- The building can have as many flats as can be accommodated, however 50% of the units must be a mix of studio and 1 BHK staff quarters that are strictly for servants and staff. Structure should be within defined plot boundaries.
- Number of car parking spaces is 1.5 times the number of flats plus parking spaces for two wheelers, plus parking for visitors.
- Building contracts with a private power supplier for power. Subsidized for the Staff.
- The building recycles its water and minimizes its water consumption. Water is priced at a premium for owners, subsidized for staff.
- The building has its own sewage treatment plant (STP) that is part of the recycling system. Local Power Generation from Bio-Gas, Bio-Mass.
- One lift for every ten floors. One service lift for every 20 floors.
- Rainwater harvesting
- Common areas lighted with solar power.
- The building does garbage separation – compostable (wet), recyclable, thrash.
- The only commercial activity allowed is a convenience store for residents.
- Usual fire, hazard, safety infrastructure.
More conditions can be added to get rid of FSI all together.
