Action Taken Report in respect of Minutes of 1767th meeting held on 04.07.2024.

1. Action Taken Report in respect of Minutes of the 1767th meeting held on 04.07.2024 were discussed.

1. The SDMC forwarded (online) the proposal for consideration by the Commission.
2. The Commission did not accept the concept of building plans at its meetings held on July 04, 2024, where specific observations were made. 
3. The building plan proposal received (online) at the formal stage was scrutinized, the following observations are to be complied with: 

 a) The Commission observed that the proposal was received at the formal stage, but the attachments were incomplete and could not be opened.

b) The Commission also noted the efforts of the DUAC Secretariat in contacting the concerned at MCD through phone calls and an email dated 16.07.2024.

4. Due to the incomplete drawings and documentation received with the proposal at the formal stage, the Commission was unable to review it. The architect and the MCD must ensure that proposals requiring the Commission’s approval are comprehensive and complete in all respects.

1. The North-DMC forwarded (online) the proposal for consideration by the Commission.
2.  The Commission accepted the concept of building plan proposal at its meeting held on July 04, 2024.
3. The building plans proposal received (online) at the formal stage was scrutinised, the following observation is to be complied with: 

a) Discrepancies were observed in the submission; the proposed 3D views do not match the ground floor plan. Additionally, the submission lacks sections. Since this submission is at the formal stage, it must include correlated and comprehensive documents, including plans, elevations, sections, and 3D views, for the Commission's consideration.

4. Due to the discrepancies and incomplete drawings and documentation received with the proposal at the formal stage, the the proposal could not be reviewed judiciously by the Commission. It is requested that the Architect submit a detailed response, incorporating each point raised by the Commission in a clear and point-by-point manner.

1. The DDA forwarded the proposal (online) for consideration by the Commission.
2. The Commission approved the layout and building plans proposal during its meeting on September 23, 1994. Additionally, the proposal for additions and alterations received approval at the meeting held on April 05, 2018, with specific observations provided. However, there is no record of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for completion in the Commission's available records.
3. The Commission did not accept the NOC for Completion at its meeting held on January 25, 2023, April 27, 2023 and October 19, 2023, December 14, 2023 and May 16, 2024 respectively, specific observations were given.
4. The proposal for NOC for Completion (for the additions/alterations approved formally in the meeting of the Commission dated 05.04.2018) received (online) at the Completion stage was scrutinised, along with the comments of AE (Bldg) L&I, DDA vide their email dated 12.07.2024, and replies submitted by the architect in response to the previous observations of the Commission communicated vide DUAC letter no: F. No. 48(34)/2024-DUAC, OL-10052448034 dated 24.05.2024. Based on the comments from DDA, replies submitted, and the revised submission made, the following observations are to be complied with: 

a) The Commission noted that the proposal is for an NOC for completion (part- covering the additions and alterations formally approved in the meeting on 05.04.2018). However, no record of an NOC for completion for the approval given in the meeting on September 23, 1994, was found in the Commission's available records.

b) The DDA vide their email letter dated 12.07.2024 has indicated that:

“……. The case is regarding the Completion Plan Proposal in r/o RATNAKAR C.G.H.S. Plot No. 21, Sector-04, Dwarka, New Delhi. In this regard it is to mention that the NOC is required for extension area as per proposal only. All temporary coverings/extensions have been removed and exposed rainwater pipes are screened by the Society…...”

However, upon reviewing the proposal and the accompanying photographs of the area forwarded by the DDA for the NOC for completion (part), it was evident that rainwater pipes and outdoor air conditioners are clearly visible on the façade, detracting from the visual and aesthetic appeal of the area. This does not align with the comments provided by the DDA when forwarding the proposal for the Commission's consideration, which is not appreciated.

c) Further, it was also noted that only a limited number of photographs of the built structure (under consideration for NOC) were submitted. As the proposal pertains to an NOC for Completion (Part), annotated, uncut photographs of each block, aligned with the respective plans, should be provided for the Commission's review.

5. Overall, the submission received at the NOC for completion stage (part) lacks clarity and is incomprehensible. It is requested that the Architect submit a detailed response, incorporating each point raised by the Commission in a clear and point-by-point manner.

1. The CPWD forwarded (online) the proposal for consideration by the Commission was deferred.

1. The DDA forwarded (online) the proposal for consideration by the Commission.
2. The Commission approved the building plan proposal in its meeting held on October 8, 2007, and the proposal for addition/alteration in its meeting held on July 5, 2017, with specific observations. Additionally, the Commission did not accept the NOC for Completion in its meetings held on May 18, 2023, and June 28, 2024, respectively, where specific observations were made.
3. The revised proposal for the NOC for Completion, received (online) at the completion stage, was scrutinized along with the responses submitted to address the previous observations of the Commission, as communicated vide DUAC observation letter no: OL-24062448036, F.No. 48(36)/2024-DUAC dated 03.07.2024. Based on the submitted replies and the revised documentation, including drawings and photographs, the proposal for the NOC for Completion is found to be acceptable.

Building plans proposal in respect of Residential building on plot no. 119 and 121, Block No. 171 situated at Sunder Nagar. (Conceptual Stage)

1. The proposal was forwarded directly by the Architect (online) for consideration by the Commission.
2. The Commission did not approve the building plan proposal in respect of residential building on plot no. 121, Block No. 171 situated at Sunder Nagar at its meeting held on March 29, 2023, specific observations were given
3. The building plan proposal (Residential building on plot no. 119 and 121) received (online) at the conceptual stage was scrutinized, the following observations are to be complied with:

a) The Commission noted that it had considered the proposal (formal stage) for plot no. 121, block 171, in its meeting held on March 29, 2023. The current conceptual stage proposal is for the design scheme on adjacent plots nos. 119 and 121, which appears to involve plot amalgamation but does not provide minimum necessary verification of common owner and permissibility by the byelaws/MCD. It would be suggested to include these in concept proposal or route as formal through MCD.

b) In view of the above, the proposal at conceptual stage is returned to the architect without consideration of the Commission.

Building plans proposal for additions and alterations in respect of commercial/residential building at plot no. 1738, ward no. VI, Bazar Lal Kuan. (Conceptual Stage)

1. The proposal was forwarded directly by the Architect (online) for consideration by the Commission.
2. No prior records of approval (Formal/Completion) have been found in the Commission's available records. The Commission did not accept the concept of the building plans proposal for additions and alterations in its meeting held on June 20, 2024, and provided specific observations.
3. The building plan proposal for additions and alterations (alterations at ground floor and proposed first, second and third floor over existing Basement + Ground floor) received (online) at the conceptual stage was scrutinized, the following observations are to be complied with:

a) The Commission observed that while considering the case for additions/alterations, it did not consider and cover the existing built construction at the site. This concerns the proposal for additions/alterations only.

b) The Commission observed that the proposal is currently at the conceptual stage and has been resubmitted without satisfactorily addressing the previous observations outlined in the Conceptually unsuitable Observation Letter no- OL-15062427034 dated 27.06.2024 which is not appreciated.

c) The Commission noted that the site photographs provided show that work has already begun on the site without obtaining the Commission's approval.

d) Discrepancies were observed in the submission: the 3D views and plans depict a continuous balcony on the front façade, while the front elevation shows the balcony divided into two sections. Additionally, the side elevation includes a band around the windows, which is missing from the 3D views, the same needs to be relooked at and resolved.

e) Sustainability features shall be as per point no. 7 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) as available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

f) All service equipment, plumbing pipes, rainwater pipes, water tanks, air-conditioning units, solar panels etc. should be camouflaged appropriately (in terms of point nos. 10, 11 &12 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) as available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

4. It is requested that the Architect submit a detailed response, incorporating each point raised by the Commission in a clear and point-by-point manner.

Building plans proposal for additions and alterations in respect of 4596-1A, Prem Bhawan, 11, Ansari Road, Darya Ganj. (Conceptual Stage)

1. The proposal was forwarded directly by the Architect (online) for consideration by the Commission.
2. No previous record of approval (Formal/Completion) taken has been found in the available record of the Commission.
3. The building plan proposal received (online) at the conceptual stage was scrutinized, the following observations are to be complied with:

a) Sustainability features shall be as per point no. 7 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) as available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

b) All service equipment, plumbing pipes, rainwater pipes, water tanks, air-conditioning units, solar panels etc. should be camouflaged appropriately (in terms of point nos. 10, 11 &12 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) as available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

Found conceptually suitable (not limited to these observations).
'The conceptual suitability is only with reference to the mandate of the Commission. However, it would be reassessed at the formal stage based on the 20-point criteria as available on the DUAC website. It would not be a substitute for formal approval of the proposal referred through the concerned local body in terms of section 12 of the DUAC Act, 1973.

1. The North-DMC forwarded (online) the proposal for consideration by the Commission.
2.  The Commission accepted the concept of revised building plan proposal at its meeting held on April 13, 2023 and approved the building plans (formal) at its January 18, 2024, meeting with specific observations.
3. The revised building plans proposal received (online) at the formal stage was scrutinised, and the following observations are to be complied with: 

a) The Commission noted that it had approved (formal) in its meeting held on January 18, 2024. However, the current submission seeks revised approval for a design that has undergone a complete transformation from the previously approved design.

b) The current design scheme features seven to eight individual compact units (B+G+2).  The parking arrangements are not clear, as all required parking seems to be accommodated on the open green surface, while the basement is designated for household storage. The Commission suggests exploring alternative parking options to meet the required parking arrangements, either in the basement or the stilt area. The freed surface areas should be used primarily for flood prevention and groundwater recharge.

c) The separate residential units are not clearly understood in their current form. To improve understanding of the design proposal, some typical units should be detailed on a large scale, covering aspects from the basement to the upper floors. This should include functional furniture arrangements, clothing drying areas, pergola details on top, screening for outdoor air conditioners, structural framework, and plumbing arrangements for toilets and kitchens. Appropriate details should be provided to understand these aspects.

d) The solar panels have been installed on top of the building in a manner that makes them exposed and clearly visible, which detracts from the façade's aesthetics. They should be properly screened to ensure they are not visible and do not compromise the appearance of the façade.

e) The Sustainability features shall be as per point no. 7 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) as available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

f) All plumbing pipes, service equipment, water tanks, air-conditioning units, solar panels, DG set, DG exhaust pipes etc. should be camouflaged appropriately (in terms of point nos. 10, 11 & 12 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) as available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

4. Overall, the submission received at the formal stage lacks clarity and is incomprehensible. It is requested that the Architect submit a detailed response, incorporating each point raised by the Commission in a clear and point-by-point manner.

1. The SDMC forwarded (online) the proposal for consideration by the Commission.
2. The Commission approved the building plan proposal at its October 29, 2020, meeting.
3. The proposal for NOC for Completion received (online) at the completion stage was scrutinized, and based on the submission made for NOC for completion including drawings/documentations/photographs, the proposal for the NOC for Completion is found to be acceptable.

Revised layout and building plans proposal for additions/alterations and facelifting of façade in respect of MBS College of Architecture at Plot no. 1, Sector -9, Phase -1, Dwarka. (Conceptual Stage)

1. The proposal was forwarded directly by the Architect (online) for consideration by the Commission.
2. The Commission approved the building plan proposal in its meeting held on November 4, 2004, and accepted the NOC in the meeting held on May 30, 2018. The revised building plan proposal for additions and alterations was approved in the meeting held on April 8, 2021, with specific observations.
3. The revised building plan proposal for the facelifting of façade, and additions and alterations (alterations in Ground to third floor, façade upliftment, proposed 3 floors on existing academic block and new block of G+8 floors) received (online) at the conceptual stage was scrutinized, the following observations are to be complied with:

a) The Commission observed that while considering the case it did not consider and cover the existing construction at the site. This concerns the proposal for additions/alterations only.

b) The photographs of the area reveal the presence of outdoor air-conditioners. Although many classrooms may not be air-conditioned now, the design should anticipate potential future additions. To prevent these air-conditioners from becoming an eyesore on the building façade, provisions should be made in the design to accommodate the outdoor units in a way that preserves aesthetics. A scheme needs to be submitted detailing the placement, screening, and materials for the screening, including plans, elevations, and 3D views.

c) The provisions for the proposed parking should be supplemented by the existing parking and the parking from the additional FAR (proposed). The layout plan must clearly show the bifurcation of these two parking areas.

d) Work of public art of suitable scale, size and material, imparting character and identity to the complex, at an appropriate level which is also visible from outside, ensure to be installed in terms of the point nos. 14 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

e) Sustainability features shall be as per point no. 7 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) as available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

f) All service equipment, plumbing pipes, rainwater pipes, water tanks, air-conditioning units, solar panels etc. should be camouflaged appropriately (in terms of point nos. 10, 11 &12 of the CPAA (Criterion for Project Assessment and Approval) as available on the DUAC website at www.duac.org.in.

Madam Nivedita Pande, Member recused herself during consideration of the proposal.

Found conceptually suitable (not limited to these observations).

'The conceptual suitability is only with reference to the mandate of the Commission. However, it would be reassessed at the formal stage based on the 20-point criteria as available on the DUAC website. It would not be a substitute for formal approval of the proposal referred through the concerned local body in terms of section 12 of the DUAC Act, 1973.