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Chapter 1
Applicability and Implementation
1.1 General
The provisions of this Part are intended to maintain or increase the current degree of
public safety as well as health and general welfare in existing buildings while permitting
alteration, addition to or change of use. In addition, certain environmental measures to
make the existing building stock sustainable, is also a requirement that needs to be
addressed to make buildings more energy efficient and environmentally responsive. This
concept is introduced in Chapter 2 of this Part.
1.2 Applicability
1.2.1 General
The provision of this Part shall apply to existing buildings that will continue to be or are
proposed to be in occupancy groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L and M. The
provisions shall not apply to buildings of historical or architectural value identified and
classified by designated authorities. For buildings of historical or architectural value
buildings, the provisions of Sec 1.5: Historic or Architecturally Valuable Buildings, of
Part 1 Sec 1.16 Buildings and Places of Historical or Architectural Value, of Part 3 and
Part 9 Chapter 3 shall be applicable.
Certain provisions to existing buildings and land-use even when additions, alterations or
amendments not proposed are included in Sec 2.3 of this Part.
1.2.2 Change in Use
1.2.2.1 No change in use of any existing building shall be made without permission
from the permitting authority.
1.2.2.2 No change in use of an existing building shall be allowed if the proposed use is
not in conformity with land use pattern as referred in Sec 1.3 Part 3 and within the
permitted occupancy classes of Sec 1.4 Part 3 as may be determined by the city or area
development authorities having jurisdictions.
1.2.2.3 Where an existing building is changed to a new use group classification, the
provisions for the new use group in this Code shall be used to determine compliance.
1.2.3 Part Change in Use
1.2.3.1 No change in use of any part of an existing building shall be made without
permission from the permitting authority.
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1.2.3.2 Where a portion of the building is changed to a new use group classification,
and that portion is separated from the remainder of the building with fire separation
assemblies having a fire resistance rating as required by Part 4, Fire Protection, for the
separate uses, the portion changed shall be made to conform to the provisions of this
Code.
1.2.3.3 Where a portion of the building is changed to a new use group classification,
and that portion is not separated from the remainder of the building with fire separation
assemblies having a fire resistance rating as required by Part 4, Fire, for the separate uses,
the provisions of this Code which apply to each use shall apply to the entire building.
Where there are conflicting provisions, those requirements which secure the greater
public safety shall apply to the entire building or structure.
1.2.4 Additions
1.2.4.1 No addition to any existing buildings shall be made without permission from the
permitting authority.
1.2.4.2 Additions to existing buildings shall comply with all the requirements of this
Code for new constructions as set forth in Part 3 of this Code and shall comply with fire
requirements set forth in Part 4 of this Code.
1.2.4.3 The combined height and area of the existing buildings and new additions shall
not exceed the height and open space requirements for new buildings specified in Part 3
of this Code.
1.2.4.4 Where a separating wall that complies with Part 4, Fire Protection, is provided
between the addition and the existing building, the addition shall be considered as a
separate building.
1.2.5 Alterations
1.2.5.1 An existing building or portion thereof which does not comply with the
requirements of this Code for new construction (Part 3) shall not be altered in such a
manner that results in the building being less safe or sanitary than such building is at
present.
1.2.5.2 If, in the alteration the present level of safety or sanitation is to be reduced, the
portion altered shall conform to the requirements of this Code.
1.2.6 Removal
1.2.6.1 Any construction within the site which does not have approval of the
appropriate authority must be removed before any new addition, alteration or change of
use is carried out. All other types of existing construction and their changes shall comply
with Sections 1.2.4 and 1.2.5 of this Part.
1.2.6.2 Before demolishing a building of construction Type 1 Part 4 Fire Protection the
owner shall notify all utilities having service connections within the building or plot,
such as water, gas, electricity, sewer and other connections.
1.2.6.3 A permit to demolish a building shall not be issued until a clearance is obtained
from utilities stating that their respective service connections and appurtenant equipment,
such as, meters and regulators have been removed or sealed and plugged in a safe
manner.
1.3 Implementation
1.3.1 Investigation and Evaluation

For the proposed works relating to alteration, addition to and change of use, the owner of
the building shall cause the existing buildings to be investigated and evaluated by
competent professionals in accordance with the provisions of this Code.
1.3.2 Structural Analysis
1.3.2.1 The owner shall have a structural analysis of the existing building carried out by
professional experts to determine the adequacy of all structural systems for the proposed
alteration, addition or change of use.
1.3.2.2 The existing building together with the addition or alteration shall be capable of
supporting the minimum load requirements specified in Part 6: Structural Design of this
Code.
1.3.2.3 For Detail Engineering Assessment (DEA) of existing light manufacturing

factory including readymade garment factory buildings, minimum live load of
manufacturing floor shall be considered as 3 kN/m2 except stacking and storage area
where the minimum live load shall be 6 kN/m2. However, if retrofitting is required live
load for retrofitting design shall be taken according to the load requirements specified in
Part 6: Structural Design of this Code.
1.3.3 Submittal
The results of the investigation and evaluation as required in Sec 1.3.1 above along with
all proposed compliance alternatives shall be submitted to the Building Official for
permission to implement addition, alteration or change of use.
1.3.4 Determination of Compliance

The Building Official shall examine all relevant documents, as specified by the
authorities, and determine whether the existing building, with the proposed additions,
alterations or change of use, complies with the provisions specified in this Code for the
occupancy classification and type of construction.
Chapter 2
Evaluation and Compliance
2.1 Evaluation
The evaluation of the existing building with the proposed additions, alterations or change
of use, shall take into consideration the planning requirements as well as those relating to
public safety and environmental sustainability.
2.1.1 Planning Requirements

2.1.1.1 The permitting authority through building officials shall determine if any
provisions of this Code are violated by the proposed change of use, addition or alteration
works.
2.1.1.2 The general requirements for buildings in various occupancy classes and types
of construction are specified in Part 3 and Part 8 of this Code. These include :
Item Description Reference

(a) Land use classification and permitted use Sec 1.3 Chapter 1 Part 3
(b) Requirement of plots Sec 1.5 Chapter 1 Part 3
(c) Means of access Sec 1.7 Chapter 1 Part 3
(d) Staircase Sec 1.14.5 Chapter 1 Part 3
(e) Universal accessibility requirements Chapter 3 and Appendix D,

Part 3
(f) Open spaces within a plot; minimum separation Sec 1.8 Chapter 1 Part 3
of buildings in the same plot; road front, side
and rear open spaces, Permitted Construction in
the Mandatory Open Space
(g) General height and area limitations based on Sec 1.9.2 Chapter 1 Part 3
Road Width
(h) General height and area limitations based on Sec 1.9.3 Chapter 1 Part 3
FAR
(i) Off street (on-site) parking spaces Sec 1.10 Chapter 1 and
Appendix F, Part 3
(j) Street encroachment Sec 1.11 Chapter 1 Part 3

Item Description Reference

(k) Community open space and amenities for Sec 1.12 Chapter 1 Part 3
various types of buildings
(l) Ventilation requirements :
Natural Sec 1.19 Chapter 1 Part 3
Artificial Chapter 2 Part 8
(m) Lighting and illumination requirements Sec 1.19 Chapter 1 Part 3

Electric lighting Chapter 1 Part 8
Day lighting and Supplementary Sec 4.5.1 Chapter 4 Part 3
lighting system
Electrical and electronic engineering Chapter 1 Part 8
services for buildings
(n) Sanitation and drainage requirements Sec 1.19 Chapter 1 Part 3
Site drainage and run-off coefficient Sec 4.3.2 Chapter 3 Part 3

Internal water management Sec 4.6 Chapter 4 Part 3
Water Supply Chapter 5 Part 8
Sanitary Drainage Chapter 6, Part 8
(o) Minimum dimension of habitable and non- Sec 1.14.2.2 and Sec 1.19.6,
habitable parts of the buildings Chapter 1 Part 3
2.1.1.3 The existing building with proposed alteration or addition shall conform to the
requirements of new buildings in the proposed occupancy classification. The proposed
alteration or addition shall not make the building less sanitary than present.
2.1.1.4 To promote the preservation of historic buildings, open space or unique
architectural/ cultural resources, the local permitting authority shall transfer development
rights (TDR), as decided by the authority, to owners as compensation, in accordance with
Appendix E, Part 3 of this Code.
2.1.2 Safety Requirements
2.1.2.1 Additions or alterations to an existing building or structure is not to be made if

such additions or alterations cause the building or structure to be unsafe or more
hazardous based on fire safety, life and structural safety and/or environmental
degradation.
2.1.2.2 The fire safety requirement shall take into consideration the structural fire
resistance, smoke and fire detection, fire protective signaling and fire suppression system
feature of the facility and shall satisfy the requirements of various elements for Types 1,
2 and 3 fire resistive buildings.
2.1.2.3 The fire resistance of the wall used for compartmentalization of a building shall
not be less than that specified in subsections of Sec 2.4, Part 3 of this Code.
2.1.2.4 Duct penetrations of this wall shall not be permitted. Ferrous or copper piping
and conduit shall be allowed to penetrate or pass through the wall if the openings around
such piping and conduit are sealed with impervious noncombustible materials
sufficiently tight to prevent fire transfer of smoke or combustible gases from one side of
the wall to the other side and are so maintained.
2.1.2.5 The fire door between compartments serving as horizontal exit shall be so
installed, fitted and provided with gaskets that such fire door will provide a substantial
barrier to the passage of smoke.
2.1.2.6 The floor/ceiling shall be of such construction that the fire resistive integrity
between stories is maintained.
2.1.2.7 The smoke detection capability within the facility based on the location and
operation of automatic fire detectors shall be evaluated with respect to the requirements
of Chapters 3 and 4 of Part 4 for various Occupancies.
2.1.2.8 Where a fire protecting alarm and signaling system is provided, the capability
of the system shall also be evaluated (Part 4).
2.1.2.9 The ability of the natural or mechanical venting, exhaust or pressurization

system to control the movement of smoke from a fire shall be evaluated.
2.1.2.10 The shaft and exit enclosures shall satisfy the fire protection requirements as
specified in Part 4 of this Code.
2.1.2.11 The configuration, characteristics and support features for means of egress in
the facility including the capacity of and the number of exit routes available to the
building occupants shall be evaluated and the adequacy of the means of egress routes
leading to a safe area shall be examined. The length of the exit access travel path in
which building occupants are confined to a single path of travel shall be evaluated. The
length of exit access travel to an approved exit shall also be evaluated with respect to the
exit requirements for various occupancies as detailed in Part 4 of this Code.
2.1.2.12 The efficiency and effectiveness of the elevator equipment and controls that are
available to the fire department to rescue building occupants from upper floors during a
fire when such equipment is installed shall be evaluated.
2.1.2.13 The presence of and reliability of means of egress emergency lighting system
shall be evaluated.
2.1.2.14 The ability to suppress fire based on the installation of automatic sprinkler and
stand pipe systems shall be evaluated (Chapters 4 and 5, Part 4).
2.1.2.15 The lightning protection of the building shall satisfy the requirements specified
in Chapter 1 Part 8.
2.1.3 Egress Requirements
2.1.3.1 Addition to or alteration or changes of use of a building shall not be permitted if
such addition or alteration or change of use causes violation of the egress requirements
specified in Chapter 3 Part 4.
2.1.3.2 Permissions shall not be granted for any such work that will obstruct or block or
hamper the existing means of egress of the building or any other building unless an
equivalent and adequate means of egress is provided.
2.1.4 Structural Requirements
2.1.4.1 Additions to, alterations or change of use of an existing building or structure
shall not be permitted if they cause an overloading or instability of the structural
elements including the foundation.
2.1.4.2 On evaluation, if the structure of the existing building is found in non-
conformity with the safety provisions of this code, the building will be declared as
‘unsafe building’ by the authority.
2.1.4.3 For all buildings identified as an ‘unsafe building’ the authorities shall identify
measures that remove danger to the structure, life or property so that the building can be
made safe for occupation.
2.1.4.4 Buildings that cannot be made structurally safe will be declared ‘unfit for
occupation’ and demolished by the authorities.
2.1.5 Environmental Requirements
Additions to, alterations or change of use of an existing building or structure shall not be
permitted if they cause environmental degradation and unsustainable development in the
locality.
2.2 Compliance
2.2.1.1 When an evaluation is carried out as described above and the existing building
with the proposed alteration, addition and/or change of use satisfy the requirement
specified for the relevant occupancy classification, the results of the evaluation shall be
accepted by the Building Official.
2.2.1.2 The owner shall fully comply with the results of such evaluation for the existing
building with the proposed alteration, addition and/or change of use for the relevant
occupancy classification and its recommended remedies if relevant as set forth in Sec
2.1.4 above.
2.3 Sustainability Measures for Existing Buildings
2.3.1 When there are no proposals for additions, alterations or change of use, to make
existing building stock sustainable, environmentally responsive and energy efficient, the
Authority may propose necessary measures after evaluating the condition of the existing
buildings. When it is found that environmental degradation is taking place or such is
feared by experts, the measures to be proposed may include, but not restricted to the
following:
(a) introduction of renewable energy
(b) installation of rainwater harvesting
(c) installation of ground water recharge systems
(d) introduction of low energy sources
2.3.2 Any sustainability and/or energy efficiency measure suggested shall comply
with relevant requirements in Chapter 4 Part 3 of this Code.
Chapter 3
Conservation
3.1 Scope
Historical places, buildings, objects and manifestation of cultural, scientific, symbolic,

spiritual and religious value are important expressions of the culture and heritage, identity
and religious beliefs of societies. Their role and importance, particularly in the light of
the need for cultural identity and continuity in a rapidly changing world, need to be
promoted.
Buildings, spaces, places and landscapes charged with historical, cultural, spiritual and
religious value represent an important element of stable and humane social life and
community pride. Without appropriate restoration / conservation, the architectural
evolution in relation to socio cultural concept of a country’s heritage remains
misinterpreted, and can lead to virtual disappearance.
National legislation and international treaties and regulations aim to strike a balance
between the need for development and the need to conserve the environment for the
future.
3.2 Terminology and Conceptual Definitions
3.2.1 Conservation
This is the process of retention of existing buildings or groups of buildings, landscapes

etc. and taking care not to alter or destroy character or detail, even though repairs or
changes may be necessary. Conservation conventionally is concerned to preserve as
much original fabric as possible.
3.2.2 Restoration
This is the process of carrying on alterations and repairs to a building with the intention
of restoring it to its original form, often involving reinstatement of missing or badly
damaged parts, so it usually includes replication. As far as possible, efforts are made to
replicate the materials and construction techniques of the original in this endeavor.
While often necessary after a disaster, it is generally regarded as more drastic than
conservation, which suggests retention, repair and maintenance.
3.2.3 Area Conservation/Historic Districts
Area conservation includes conservation of any building or portion thereof, that fall
under historic districts and/or abutting Heritage Streets as listed by the National
Committee for Heritage listing.
3.2.4 Structures of Architectural Significance

Structures of architectural significance include any building or portion thereof with
architectural significance, which may not be a historic building, but is designated as of
significance for its architectural qualities as designated by the standing committee for
Heritage listing.
3.3 Aims of Conservation
3.3.1 Conservation, rehabilitation and culturally sensitive adaptive reuse of urban,

rural and architectural heritage shall be in accordance with the sustainable use of natural
and human made resources. Access to culture and the cultural dimension of development
is of utmost importance, benefiting all the people who have such access.
3.3.2 In order to promote historical and cultural continuity and to encourage broad
civic participation in all kinds of cultural activities, the Government at the appropriate
levels, including the local authorities, should undertake the following:
(a) Identify and document, whenever possible, the historical and cultural
significance of areas, sites, landscapes, ecosystems, buildings and other objects
and manifestations
(b) Establish conservation goals relevant to the cultural and spiritual development of
the society;
(c) Promote awareness of heritage in order to highlight its value and the need for its
conservation and the financial viability of rehabilitation;
(d) Encourage and support the local heritage and cultural institutions, association
and communities in their conservation and rehabilitation efforts and inculcate in
children and youth an adequate sense of their heritage;
(e) Promote adequate financial and legal support for the effective protection of
cultural heritage;
(f) Promote education and training in traditional skills in all disciplines appropriate
to the conservation and promotion of heritage.
3.4 Objectives of Conservation
To integrate development with conservation and rehabilitation goals, the Government at

appropriate levels, including Ministries, local authorities and municipalities, shall
undertake the following:
(a) Recognizing that historical and cultural heritage is an important asset, strive to
maintain the social, cultural and economic viability of historically and culturally
important sites and communities.
(b) Preserve the inherited historical settlement and landscape forms, while
protecting the integrity of the historical urban fabric and thereby guiding new
construction in historical areas;
(c) Provide adequate legal and financial support for the implementation of
conservation and rehabilitation activities, in particular through adequate training
of specialized human resources;
(d) Promote incentives for such conservation and rehabilitation to public, private
and non-profit developers.
(e) Promote community based action for the conservation, rehabilitation,

regeneration and maintenance of neighborhoods.
(f) Support public and private sector and community partnership for the
rehabilitation of inner cities and neighborhoods.
(g) Ensure the incorporation of environmental concerns in conservation and

rehabilitation projects;
(h) Take measures to reduce acid rain and other types of environmental pollution
that damage to buildings and other items of cultural and historical value.
(i) Adopt human settlement planning policies, including transport and other
infrastructure policies that avoid environmental degradation of historical and
cultural areas.
(j) Ensure that the accessibility concerns of people with disabilities are incorporated
in conservation and rehabilitation projects.
3.5 Ethics of Conservation
The following standards of conservation ethics shall be rigorously observed in

conservation works:
(a) The condition of the building must be recorded before any intervention.
(b) Historic evidence must not be destroyed, falsified or removed.
(c) Any intervention must be the minimum necessary.
(d) Any intervention must be governed by unswerving respect for the aesthetic,
historical and physical integrity of cultural property.
(e) All method and material used during treatment must be documented.
3.6 Guidelines for Conservation

Any proposed intervention should:
(a) be reversible or repeatable, if technically possible, or
(b) not prejudice a future intervention whenever this may become necessary;
(c) not hinder the possibility of later access to all evidence incorporated in the
objects;
(d) allow the maximum amount of existing material to be retained;
(e) be harmonious in color, tone, texture, form and scale, if addition is necessary.
But should be less noticeable than original material, while at the same time
being identifiable;
(f) not be undertaken by conservator/restorer who are insufficiently trained or
experienced.
3.7 Listing of Heritage Building or Area
3.7.1 Aim and Objectives of Listing
Since a large part of Bangladesh’s cultural heritage has so far remained undocumented,
preparing an inventory of heritage buildings worthy of conservation is the most important
task with which to begin the process of conservation.
This inventory will become National Register of Historic and Architectural Properties. It
attempts to create a systematic, accessible and retrievable record of the built heritage of
this country. It will serve as resource material for developing heritage conservation
policies and regulations.
The primary aim of listing is to document the fast disappearing built heritage and then
present it to scholars and the general public in a user-friendly format, which aids
conservation by generating public awareness. Once a property/ building is included in
such a list, it becomes justifiable to undertake necessary conservation activities by
formulating special regulations for its conservation or according it due protection under
Town Planning Acts or Detail Area Plan. Ideally, the footprints of all listed buildings
along with the guidelines referred in Sec 3.8.2 below should be included in the Master
Plan documents of all cities.
3.7.2 Listing and Protection of Buildings or Area of Historic Value
All historic buildings and places identified, listed and classified so by the appropriate
agency of the Government under the Act of Antiquity shall be deemed to be protected.
Any change of use, repair, alteration or extension of such buildings shall be in
compliance with the requirements of this Code as referred in Sec 1.18 Chapter 1 Part 3,
and with those of the Department of Archaeology of the Government.
3.7.3 Listing of Projects or Work of Architectural Value

Buildings and works under the jurisdiction of and identified by the Authority as having
architectural value shall be deemed protected. The owner of any such building may also
apply to the Building Official for enlistment as a building with architectural value. To be
so identified, a building shall have been in existence for at least 20 years from the date of
its completion. To determine whether the building or work is architecturally valuable, the
Authority shall appoint a standing committee comprising noted experts from the fields of
Architecture, Planning, Engineering, History, Art, Literature or any other discipline
which may be deemed relevant. The committee shall identify a building as architecturally
valuable if, in their judgment, the building possesses distinctive architectural features, has
cultural or symbolic value, has become part of the heritage, or bears testimony of some
historical event. In addition to satisfying the requirements of Sec 1.18.2 Chapter 1 Part 3
any proposed repair, alteration or addition to such buildings must also have the approval
of the standing committee who shall have to be satisfied that the proposed changes will
not impair the aesthetic quality and architectural character of the building.
3.7.4 Publication and Web Notification
Periodically, this database of listed heritage should be made more comprehensive and the
information compiled should be available in published form and online. It should also be
made compatible with similar registers of other countries to facilitate international
research. The list of gazetted historic buildings shall be available on the websites of all
concerned departments or development authorities or in the Government website on
heritage conservation.
3.7.5 Selection Criteria for Listing
Conservation must preserve and if possible enhance the message and values of cultural
properties. These values help systematically to set overall priorities that will determine
whether a property is worthy of listing. The values assigned to cultural property come
under three major headings:
A. Cultural values B. Use values C. Emotional Values

 Documentary  Functional  Wonder
 Historic  Economic  Identity
 Archaeological age and scarcity  Social  Continuity
 Aesthetic  Political and  Spiritual and
ethnic. symbolic.
 Architectural
 Townscape, landscape and ecological
 Technological and scientific.
After analyzing these values they should be condensed into a statement of the
significance of the cultural property, whether or not the property is worthy for listing.
3.7.6 Detailed Format for all Listed Properties

Information for each building or site should be recorded as per format as described
below.
(a) Each proforma shall contain information about persons engaged in the process
of listing and review. Listing shall be carried out by or under the supervision of
experienced conservation architects.
(b) At least one photograph of the property/building shall be recorded for
identification purposes. All significant elements of the property shall also be
photographed. All photographs should be properly catalogued.
(c) A conceptual plan (if available, a measured drawing) should be given for each
building/area to be listed.
(d) Any additional information related to or affecting the built heritage of the
city/town/region documented and its conservation should be included as
appendices, for example: laws and regulations on planning and conservation,
etc.
3.7.7 Grading of Historic Buildings
The primary objective of listing is to record extant architectural heritage and sites. But
the outcome of this process should invariably be to grade the listed heritage into a
hierarchical series. This process must be undertaken in a rigorous and transparent manner
by a multi-disciplinary team of experts whose recommendations should be available for
public scrutiny. The importance of this process determines the basis for subsequent
conservation decisions. Such hierarchical categorization facilitates the prioritization of
decisions relating to the future of architectural heritage and sites.
The listed historic buildings and sites may further be classified in descending order of
importance into the following categories:
(i) Grade 1 and I* – Buildings of outstanding merits, in which every effort should
be made to preserve. (Buildings and sites classified as Grade I* are already
listed as per Antiquity Act)
(ii) Grade II – Buildings of special merits; in which efforts should be made to
preserve selectively.
(iii) Grade III – Buildings of some merit; in which preservation in some form would
be desirable and alternative means could be considered if full preservation is not
practicable.
Grade I and II should be conserved in accordance with the provisions of official and legal
manuals of practice (for example, Department of Archaeology’s Works Manual).
Endorsed grading may be subject to review and revision. The grading system is an
internal administrative mechanism carrying no legal effect.
3.7.8 Upgrading of the List

The process of listing should be constantly upgraded and the updated list should maintain
the availability of fresh information of the listed building or site.
3.8 Implementation Strategy
3.8.1 Community Participation

In order to ensure community participation in the conservation process, scaled drawings
of the proposed conservation shall be appended to the site during construction so that the
public may become accustomed to the proposal and have the option of registering their
opinion regarding the same.
If necessary the proposals shall be amended if strong public opinion is found against the
proposal for conservation / restoration.
3.8.2 Protection of the Building or Site
3.8.2.1 A clear space around each monument shall be formed as an immediate
environmental protection to the monument. This area should follow, as the case may be,
the original line of the enclosure wall.
3.8.2.2 In rural or suburban setting no new structures/built forms of any size, shape
shall be allowed to develop within the UNESCO/UNDP suggested area of half a mile
radius from the epicenter of the monument under consideration.
3.8.2.3 In rural or suburban settings, a parcel of land representing approximately a
circular area of a half mile radius of the farmland immediately surrounding the heritage
building/monument shall be acquired to protect it from encroachment
3.8.2.4 In urban areas or metropolitan cities the radius of this protected zone shall be
250 m from the heritage building or area.
3.8.2.5 In both rural and urban areas, an immediate buffer zone shall beset by the
permitting authorities, but not less than 9 m in width, adjacent to the heritage building or
area, must be kept absolutely free of any structure or establishment surrounding the
heritage building or its part thereof.
3.8.2.6 In general, authority having jurisdiction for planning and development, shall
guide the height of any proposed buildings within the protected zone, depending upon
the historic and architectural value of the building or area.
3.8.2.7 To protect the monument against human impact, movement of visitors within the
structure and site shall be controlled. Climbing over the fabric of the monument shall be
illegal and be prevented at all times.
3.8.2.8 Signage shall be installed within the site and building premises to guide visitors
by creating circumambulatory path or circulation area around each of the heritage
buildings/monuments.
3.8.3 Original Elements
3.8.3.1 Structures that impinge directly on the monument/s, identified to be additions,

alterations or extensions of any form or kind on to the original monument/s, shall be
removed/relocated elsewhere, in an attempt to recognize the original form/feature of the
monument.
3.8.3.2 All original structures and architectural elements are to be retained and restored.
3.8.3.3 In the event that such elements have to be repaired, their features are to be
retained intact.
3.8.4 Land Use, Building Height, Setback and Ground Coverage in the Listed
Zone
3.8.4.1 For area conservation, to retain the urban fabric of the area, the height, setback
and ground coverage for any new development within the listed zone shall comply with
the height, setback and ground coverage of the heritage buildings or area to be
conserved.
3.8.4.2 For all new developments in area conservation and for the conservation of any
listed building or monument the guidelines of Sec 1.17 of Chapter 1 Part 3 shall be
applicable.
3.8.5 Upgrading and Adaptive Reuse
3.8.5.1 Adaptive reuse shall follow logical consequence considering public

requirements of the region, tourist influx and socio-cultural context of the region under
influence.
3.8.5.2 The decision of including different functions shall be made only after thorough
investigation by a committee working under the guideline of experts in archaeology and
architecture of the region.
3.9 Incentives to Private Owners Affected by Conservation
3.9.1 Listed historic buildings, sites and areas are usually under huge pressure from
competing economic activities, and hence are giving rise to sharp land values. Thus listed
properties become easy target for demolition or replacement by more use-intensive and
denser and taller structures, with apparently better economic return. Hence to safeguard
those threaten landowner, special financial incentive should be offered to the
stakeholders to preserve our national and universal outstanding values. Considering them
as affected people, Transfer of Development Right’s (TDR) certificate shall be
introduced to protect these heritages.
3.9.2 Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) is a market-based mechanism that

promotes responsible growth, while conserving culturally and environmentally sensitive
sites and areas. Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) means making available certain
amount of additional built up area in lieu of the area relinquished or surrendered by the
owner of the land, so that he can use extra built up area either himself or transfer it to
another in need of the extra built up area for an agreed value. It is designed to steer
growth not to limit or stop development.
3.9.3 Local Governments may use TDR to direct development in specific zones. They
may use this tool to preserve heritage areas etc. by allowing its owners to give up their
rights to develop these spaces commercially in lieu of TDR. The affected land owner gets
the benefit as private sector funds are used to purchase the development rights and build
more in areas as per permission of the authority. The Government also gets the benefit by
avoiding large public expenditures to protect historically and environmentally sensitive
areas and development occurs in suitable areas, resulting in more efficient public
services.
3.9.4 In implementing TDR, a Development Rights Certificate (DRC) is a certificate

shall be issued by the Authority having jurisdiction to the affected owner of a property,
when such property gets listed for conservation or gets affected by falling within the
protected zone as mentioned in Sec 3.8.4 where his/her property (either partly or wholly)
is reserved for the purpose of public utilities or conservation.
3.9.5 The DRC certificate shall state clearly the following issues-
(a) The extra FAR (Floor Area Ratio) credit in square meter of the built-up area and the
occupancy type to which the owner or lessee of the listed site/plot or affected site/
plot is entitled,
(b) The place and user zone in which the development rights are earned, and
(c) The areas or zones in which they may be utilized.

3.9.6 To control the unplanned density, this TDR should be used only in the planned
non-residential plots developed by the Government. The property owner may use DRC
for himself or transfer to any other person.
Chapter 1
Scope And General
1.1 Purpose and Scope
1.1.1 The purpose of this part of the Code is to provide minimum standards to
safeguard life, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the
design, location, construction and maintenance of signs and outdoor display structures.
The requirements of the Code cover the spatial, structural and fire safety aspects of signs
located on, within or outside the building. Official traffic signs erected on roads and
highways are not covered by this Code.
1.1.2 The unrestrained placement of advertising signs mars the landscape with
hoardings and advertising signs within the cityscape as well as in rural areas. Therefore,
all signs and billboards shall be liable to take permit as per guidelines of Sec 1.4 of this
Chapter and shall also comply with the guidelines of Chapter 3 Part 10 (see Sections 3.10
to 3.11).
1.1.3 The regulations of this Code are not intended, and shall not be understood to
permit violation of the provisions of other ordinances, regulations or official requirements
in force at or near railway stations, roads, railways, terminals or other places controlled
by public agencies having jurisdiction to formulate such regulations.
1.1.4 No sign shall be erected in a manner that would confuse or obstruct the view or
interfere with official signs, signals or devices installed for the purpose of guiding or
controlling road, rail, marine or air traffic.
1.2 Terminology
This section provides an alphabetical list of the terms used in and applicable to this part
of the Code. In case of any conflict or contradiction between a definition given in this
Section and that in Part 1, the meaning specified in this part shall govern for
interpretation of the provisions of this Part.
ADVERTISING Any surface or structure with characters, letters or
SIGN illustrations applied thereto and displayed in any manner
whatsoever out of doors for purposes of advertising or to
give information regarding or to attract the public to any
place, person, public performance, article or merchandise
whatsoever, and which surface or structure is attached to,
forms part of or is connected with any building, or is fixed to
a tree or to the ground or to any pole, screen, fence or
hoarding or displayed in space.
ALLEY Public way having width between 2.5 m and 4 m that has
been dedicated to public use.
APPROVED Plastic materials conforming to the requirement of Sec 2.2.5

PLASTIC
DIRECTION SIGN Usually included with an arrow and used for indicating a
change in route or confirmation to a correct direction.
DISPLAY SURFACE The area used to display the advertising message in a sign
structure.
IDENTIFICATION A sign that gives specific location information identifies

SIGN specific items, for example, Parking Lot B, Building No. 5,
First Aid, etc.
ILLUMINATED The display of signs, permanent or otherwise, functions of

SIGN which depend upon its being illuminated by direct or indirect
light, and other than an electric sign.
INFORMATIONAL Used for overall information for general organization of a

SIGN series of elements that is, campus plan, bus route, building
layout, shopping mall plan, etc.
MARQUEE A roofed structure attached to and supported by a building

and projecting beyond building line or property line.
NONCOMBUSTIBLE A material no part of which ignites or burns when subject to

MATERIAL fire. Any material conforming to ASTM E136 shall be
considered noncombustible.
PUBLIC PASSAGE A public way having a width less than 2.5 m.
PUBLIC PROPERTY The land property which has been dedicated or deeded to the
public for use.
REGULATORY Sign that gives operational requirements, restrictions or gives

SIGN warnings, usually used for traffic delineation or control, for
example ‘stop’, ‘No parking’, ‘one Way’, etc.
1.3 Classification of Signs
For the purpose of this Code, and the regulations and provisions thereof, outdoor displays
shall be classified into one of the following types of sign.
BALCONY SIGN An advertising sign attached to, hung from or posted on a
balcony or verandah of a building.
COMBINATION An outdoor sign incorporating any combination of features of
SIGN other signs.
ELECTRIC SIGN An outdoor advertising display sign, usually animated, wired
for lights or luminous tubing and containing other electric
fittings, excluding those illuminated by external light source.
They shall meet the requirements of the provisions of this
Code governing ground, roof, wall, projecting, marquee or
other sign as set forth below, depending upon where the
electric signs are built.
FIN SIGN An outdoor sign affixed to the wall or exterior surface of a
building with the plane of the sign perpendicular to or at an
angle with the building surface projecting more than 300 mm
from the surface, the property line or the building line.
GROUND SIGN An outdoor advertising display sign painted or otherwise
displayed on the ground, supported by a pole or a structure
erected independently on the ground, or mounted on a vehicle
or mobile structure.
MARQUEE SIGN A projecting sign attached to or hung from a marquee canopy
or covered structure projecting from and supported by a
building and extending beyond the building line or property line.
PROJECTING SIGN An outdoor sign other than a wall sign affixed to the wall or
exterior surface of a building, with the exposed face of sign in
a plane parallel to the wall surface projecting more than 300
mm from the building surface, building line or property line.
ROOF SIGN An outdoor sign painted on the roof surface or erected upon or
above a roof or parapet of a building.
TEMPORARY SIGN Any sign, banner, pendant or other display constructed of
cloth, canvas, fabric, cardboard, bamboo or other light
material, with or without a structural frame, intended to be
displayed for a limited period only. They shall include signs
on gas filled balloons afloat in the air, free or anchored to the
ground or a structure, signs or words traced by smoke emitted
by flying aircraft or a stationary source and signs tied to a
flying aircraft.
WALL SIGN An outdoor sign directly painted on or pasted or attached to or
erected against the wall or exterior surface of a building,
projecting not more than 300 mm from the wall.
1.4 Application and Permit
1.4.1 Requirement of Permit
No sign shall be erected, re-erected, constructed, altered or maintained except as provided

by this Code. A written permit shall be obtained from the Authority for all signs except
those exempted from such permit in Sec 1.4.2.
1.4.2 Exemptions
Signs or alterations of signs described in this section and its subsections shall be
exempted from the requirement of a permit. These exemptions shall not be construed as
relieving the owner of the sign from the responsibility of ensuring compliance with the
provisions of this Code or other regulations or laws pertaining to signs. The following
works may be undertaken on existing signs without a permit:
(a) Changing of the advertisement copy or message on a painted or printed sign

only. Except for cinema or theatre marquee signs or similar signs specifically
designed for replaceable copy, electric signs shall not be included in this
exemption.
(b) Cleaning, painting or repainting of a sign or sign structure not involving any
structural alteration.
The following signs may be erected without a written permit :
(a) Signs, the top of which is less than 2 m above grade.
(b) Signs exhibited within the window of a building provided they do not affect the
light and ventilation of the building.
(c) Signs relating to the trade or business carried on within the premises on which
such signs are displayed or notices of meeting or sale etc. to be held within the
premises.
(d) Signs painted or pasted on buses or other public transport vehicles provided that
no part of such signs projects beyond the body of the vehicle6 or obstructs the
visibility of the driver or passengers to endanger safe ride.
No permission shall be required for signs covered by the provisions of Sections

1.4.2.1 to 1.4.2.4.
1.4.2.1 Wall Signs: Wall signs listed below shall not require a permit:
(a) Shop Signs: Signs erected over a display window or entrance of a shop or
business establishment which announce the name of the shop and the business
carried on provided such signs are less than 1 m in height.
(b) Building Names: Wall signs erected on public or private buildings which
announce the name of the establishment and the nature of occupancy.
(c) Name Plates: Any wall sign less than 0.5 m2 in area announcing the name and
identity of the occupier.
(d) Boundary Signs: Any wall sign less than 0.5 m2 in area erected on boundary
walls or fences surrounding the premises, or on other ornamental fences,
announcing the identity of the premises.
1.4.2.2 Ground Signs Erected on or Visible from Highways: Ground signs erected on or
visible from the highways bearing warning, cautionary, informative, identifying and
temporary advertising messages of the following description shall not require a permit.
When placed on highways these ground signs shall conform to the requirements of
Sec 1.6.3.
(a) Official warning signs, traffic directions and notices displayed on the highway
by public authorities or by the requirement of a judicial order.
Example: FERRY AHEAD
(b) Direction indicators to places of public service.
Examples: POLICE STATION PETROL PUMP
(c) Signs bearing names of places
Example: SHERPUR TOWN
(d) Defense warning signs.
Example: SHOOTING RANGE
(e) Private warning signs not more than 0.2 m2 in area.
Example: PRIVATE ROAD
(f) Signs not more than 0.2 m2 in area placed sufficiently clear of the carriageway
showing direction to a private property.
(g) Signs bearing identification, direction or warning messages with respect to the
premises on which they are displayed, not exceeding 0.2 m2 in area.
Example: MIND THE STEP
(h) Advertising signs relating to businesses, trades or professions carried out in the
buildings on which they are displayed, limited to one sign not exceeding 0.3 m2
in area for each business, trade or profession.
(i) Identification signs relating to educational, medical, social, religious, cultural,
recreational or similar institutions, hotels, blocks of flats, hostels, rest houses
etc. situated on the premises on which such signs are displayed, limited to one
sign not exceeding 1.2 m2 in area for each such institution.
(j) Temporary advertisements relating to the sale or rent of the premises on which
they are displayed, limited to one sign not exceeding 2 m2 in area for each sale
or rent.
(k) Advertisements announcing sale of goods or livestock, limited to one sign not
exceeding 1.2 m2 in area, displayed on the land or premises where such sale is
held or goods or livestock are situated.
(l) Advertisements relating to construction works in progress on the land on which
the sign is displayed not exceeding 2 m2 in area.
(m) Signs announcing noncommercial local events of a religious, cultural,
recreational or educational character, limited to a total of 0.6 m2 of display on
any premises on which such events are to take place.
1.4.2.3 Temporary Signs: Temporary signs of the following character shall not require a
permit :
(a) Construction site signs displaying the owner or builder's identity or the project
description.
(b) Special and decorative displays used for festivities, fairs, circuses, public
demonstrations or promotion of civic welfare and charitable activities, provided
such displays do not involve the use of electricity.
1.4.2.4 Other Displays: Signs displayed on the concerned premises meeting the general
requirements of Table 10.1.1 and conforming to the other requirements of this Code shall
not require a permit.
1.4.3 Application for Permit
Application for a sign permit shall be made in writing by the erector of the sign and the
owner/lessee of the premises or site where the sign is to be erected on prescribed form
(Appendix A). The application shall be accompanied by the following information:
(a) Full specification of the sign in a sketch showing the length, height and weight
of the sign, and, where applicable, number and disposition of electric lights and
fittings and wiring diagram.
(b) A location plan showing the position of the sign on the site, an elevation
showing the sign in relation to the facade and detail drawing of the sign.
(c) Detail drawings of the sign structure indicating the size of all members and the
foundation and, if required by the Authority, design calculations of the
structure.
(d) Any other information as may be required by the Authority.
(e) Required fee as may be decided by the Authority from time to time.
1.4.4 Condition for Grant of Permit
The grant of permit or license to erect signs shall be subject to the following conditions:
(a) An application for the grant of permit shall be made to the Authority in the
manner prescribed in this Code.
(b) The applicants must possess right over the property, building or premises upon
which the sign is proposed to be erected either by way of ownership or by lease.
(c) The permission shall be granted at any one time for a period not exceeding three
years, on expiry of which the Authority shall have the right to have the sign
removed at the erector’s expense unless a renewal of the permit has been
obtained.
(d) A permit shall be renewed only upon continued satisfaction of all the conditions
under which the original permit was issued.
(e) The permission or the renewal of permission granted by the Authority shall
become void, if
 any addition or alteration is made to the sign structure except as may be
directed by the Authority to make it secure;
 any change is made in the sign or part thereof, involving a change in the
type of sign;
 any addition or alteration is made to the building which supports the sign
involving disturbance of the sign or any part thereof;
 the sign or any part thereof falls due to accident or other causes; or
 the building or structure supporting the sign is demolished or destroyed or

declared ‘unsafe building’ by the concerned authority.
(f) The Authority may, in the interest of the public, suspend the license before
expiry of the period in which case the licensee shall remove the sign forthwith.
(g) The licensee shall maintain the sign and the building or structure supporting or
occupied by the sign in safe, neat and sanitary condition.
(h) The sign shall not, in the opinion of the Authority, mar the aesthetic beauty of
the locality.
(i) No sign other than that pertaining to the building concerned shall be allowed to
obstruct or obscure buildings such as hospitals, public offices, educational
institutions, places of worship, museums and buildings of national and historic
importance.
(j) No sign or hoarding shall be allowed to obstruct light and ventilation of

buildings situated near it.
(k) No sign shall bear any objectionable, unlawful or obscene display.
(l) Any hoarding or sign erected on the highways shall also require the express
permission of the authority or agency in charge of the highway.
(m) In addition, all signs shall at all times conform to the requirements given in this
Code.
1.4.5 Sanction or Refusal of Permit

Upon receipt of an application for permit the Authority may sanction, sanction with
modification or refuse such a permit. The decision of the Authority shall be
communicated within 30 days of the date of receipt of all information desired by them,
failing which the permit shall be deemed to have been sanctioned. The Authority may
withdraw a permit at any time in the interest of public safety and welfare.
Table 10.1.1: Signs Displayed on Concerned Premises which shall not Require a
Permit (Sec1.4.2.4)
Above Grade to Top

Maximum Size of
Maximum Height
Example
Dimensional Limits
Requirements
Letters, Symbols etc.
Other Special
Description
Number Permitted
of Sign
Electrification
Restriction
Identification FIRE BRIGADE As required As required As required As required As required
signs of public
undertakings PATHOLOGY
Warnings, No limit Maximum 800 mm 6 m (5 m in Only for medical

direction or NO PARKING area (400 mm in restricted sign services and to
identification of 4 m2 restricted sign zone) indicate danger
utilities zone*)
Identification of One at each Maximum 800 mm 6 m (5 m in Only for

company, trade, ABCD & CO. entrance area 0.3 m2 (400 mm in restricted sign medical
business, each restricted sign zone) services and to
profession or zone*) indicate danger
person
One on each Maximum 800 mm 6 m (5 m in Only for

CENTRAL LAW
Name of building entrance area 1.2 m2 (400 mm in restricted sign medical
ACADEMY
or premises each restricted sign zone) services and to
zone*) indicate danger

Above Grade to Top

Maximum Size of
Maximum Height
Example
Dimensional Limits
Requirements
Letters, Symbols etc.
Other Special
Description
Number Permitted
of Sign
Electrification
Restriction
Temporary signs No restriction Width to 800 mm 6 m (5 m in No Shall not be
relating to sale or but total area depth ratio (400 mm in restricted sign electrification displayed
letting of property FOR SALE not to exceed 2:1, total area restricted sign zone) permitted earlier than 1
on which 2.4 m2 of all signs zone*) month prior to
displayed not to exceed date the sale or
2.4 m2 letting is due
and shall be
removed within
2 weeks after
TO LET
conclusion of
sale or letting.
Construction site SHOPPING One for each Maximum 800 mm 6 m (5 m in No Permitted only
signs frontage for area 4 m2 (400 mm in restricted sign electrification while the
CENTRE
each restricted sign zone) permitted construction is
Consultant contractor zone*) in progress
…………
Contractor
………….
Temporary signs No restriction Maximum 800 mm (400 6 m (5 m in Electrification Shall not be

announcing but total area aggregate mm in restricted sign shall require displayed
events displayed not to exceed area 4 m2 restricted sign zone) permission earlier than 1
on the premises INTERNATIONAL 4 m2 zone*) month prior to
where these take BOOK FAIR the start of
place event and shall
be removed
within 2 weeks
of end of event
Identifying and No restriction Maximum 400 mm 5m Electrification

advertising signs XYZ BANK LTD. but total area aggregate shall require
on business not to exceed area not to permission
premises in 10% of area of exceed 10% except for
restricted sign face of area of medical
zone face services and to
ABC TRAVEL
indicate danger
1.4.6 Application for Alteration of Sign
A fresh application for permit shall be made each time the ownership of the sign changes
or any change in type or structure of the sign is proposed.
1.4.7 Existing Signs
Signs in existence on the date of promulgation of this Code, that would otherwise require
a permit, shall be exempted from the requirement of permit for a period of two years after
the promulgation of the Code. On expiry of this period these signs shall require a permit
as for a new sign.
1.5 Unsafe and Unlawful Signs
1.5.1 Responsibility of the Owner

It shall be the responsibility of the owner to ensure the safety and legality of the sign
irrespective of any reference from the Authority.
1.5.2 Notice of the Authority
If any sign is unlawfully installed or maintained violating any of the provisions of the
Code, or if any sign becomes insecure or unsafe, the owner of the sign shall, upon written
notice of the Authority, make the sign conform to the provisions of the Code or remove
it, within a time period specified by the Authority which shall in no case exceed three
days. If the owner fails to comply within the specified time, the Authority shall remove
the sign and charge the expenses to the owner.
1.5.3 Prohibited Signs
Any sign which in the opinion of the Authority, fits any of the following descriptions,
shall not be permitted under any circumstance:
(a) Signs of obscene, repulsive, vulgar, revolting or otherwise objectionable
character,
(b) Signs displaying messages prejudicial or subversive to state discipline,
(c) Signs producing pernicious or injurious effect on a class of persons or the
public,
(d) Signs that disfigure any neighbourhood or destroy its sanctity, or
(e) Signs those are likely to affect the sentiment of public.
1.6 Restrictions
1.6.1 Restricted Sign Zone

1.6.1.1 The Authority may, in the interest of aesthetics, moral values or public welfare,
designate an area as a restricted sign zone. Kindergartens, elementary schools, primary
schools and secondary schools, Parks, playgrounds, places of historical interest, places of
architectural heritage, important national monuments, animal and bird sanctuaries, nature
reserves etc. may also be designated as restricted sign zones.
1.6.1.2 The erection or display of signs within the restricted sign zone shall be prohibited
or restricted in any manner deemed necessary by the Authority.
1.6.1.3 The wording on any sign in the restricted sign zone shall be limited to messages
for identification of, direction to and information about the owner of the premises, the
nature of business carried on within the premises and location of utilities and services.
1.6.1.4 The restriction on signs in a restricted sign zone shall apply within a distance of
30 m outside the zone.
1.6.2 Prohibition of Advertisement

The erection of any advertising sign shall be prohibited on a site, when in the opinion of
the Authority:
(a) the site is unsuitable for display of advertising signs by virtue of the historic,
cultural, architectural or similar characteristics of the locality, or
(b) the display of an advertising sign is likely to pose a hazard for any form of
transport.
1.6.3 Signs on Highways and Roads
Any advertising sign at or near highways or roads shall conform to the following
requirements in addition to the requirements of the respective authority.
(a) No sign shall obscure or otherwise hinder interpretation of official traffic signs.
(b) Signs on the sides of over-bridges or flyovers across the carriageway shall not
project beyond any edge of the parapet of the over-bridge or flyover.
(c) No sign shall be erected within the right of way of the road nor within 10 m of
the edge of the carriageway. The size of the sign erected at 10 m away from the
edge of the carriageway shall not be more than 3 m2. This limit on size shall be
increased by 0.3 m2 for each extra meter of setback from the edge of the
carriageway.
(d) No sign shall be erected in such manner or at such places as to obstruct or

interfere with the visibility of approaching, intersecting or merging traffic.
(e) No sign shall be erected within 100 m of a bridge, railway level crossing or road
junction. For urban roads this distance may be reduced to 50 m.
(f) No sign shall be erected in such a way as to hinder visibility at pedestrian

crossings.
1.6.4 Illuminated Displays
The following illuminated advertisements that threaten traffic safety shall not be
permitted:
(a) Illuminated or electric advertisements of such brilliance or intensity as to

produce glare and impair vision of the driver and the pedestrians;
(b) Advertisements containing flashing or intermittent lights of intense brightness;
(c) Advertisements containing lights of such colour, disposition, brightness,

movement or flashes as to obscure or reduce effectiveness of official traffic
lights, signals, signs or devices.
1.7 Maintenance and Inspections
1.7.1 Maintenance
Signs and their supporting structures, together with the supports, braces, guys and
anchors shall be maintained in sound condition and any deterioration shall be repaired
immediately. All non-galvanized and corrosion susceptible metal components shall be
painted at least once in every two years. The Authority may order removal of signs which
are not maintained in proper order and such removal shall be at the owner’s expense.
1.7.2 Inspection
Every sign shall be subject to inspection by the Authority from time to time as required
by the Authority. The owner of the sign shall ensure access of the inspector and facilitate
the inspection.
1.8 Location Restrictions
1.8.1 An outdoor display sign shall not be erected, constructed or maintained so as to

obstruct any fire escape or any window or door or opening used as a means of egress or
so as to prevent free passage from one part of a roof to the other.
1.8.2 A sign shall not be attached in any form, shape or manner to a fire escape, nor be
placed in such manner as to interfere with openings required for lighting and ventilation.
1.9 Projection Over Public Property
1.9.1 No part of a sign or sign structure shall project into a private property not owned or
leased by the owner/erector of the sign, unless explicit agreement has been entered into
with the owner of that property.
1.9.2 Signs and sign structures shall project neither into public property nor into roads
wider than 4 m, below a height of 2.5 m above grade, nor project more than 0.3 m when
the sign is erected 2.5 m above finished grade. The signs may project 0.3 m plus 0.12 m
for each 0.25 m of clearance above 2.5 m when the height is between 2.5 m and 5 m
above grade. Signs may not project more than 1.5 m into a public property under any
circumstance.
1.9.3 No sign or part thereof shall project into public passages. Projection of signs and
sign structures over public alleys shall be limited to the values provided in Table 10.1.
Table 10.1.2: Projection of Signs over Public Alleys
Height Above Finished Grade (m) Maximum Projection (m)
Less than 4 No projection permitted
4 to 5 0.3
over 5 0.6
1.10 CLEARANCE FROM POWER LINES
All signs and sign structures shall maintain the clearances from overhead electrical
conductors as specified in Table 10.1.3
Table 10.1.3: Clearance from Power Lines
Voltage of the Line Vertical distance (m) Horizontal Distance

(m)
Low and Medium 2.5 1.25

Volt
33 KV 3.5 1.75
Over 33 KV 3.5 Plus 0.3 m for each 1.75 Plus 0.3 m for each
additional 33 KV or additional 33 KV or Part
part thereof thereof
1.11 Related Appendix
Appendix A Application for Permit to Erect or Alter Outdoor Signs

Chapter 2
General Requirements
2.1 Design
2.1.1 Loads
All outdoor signs and sign structures shall be designed to resist wind, gust during storm,
seismic and other forces as specified in Chapter 2: Loads, Part 6 of this Code.
Combination of wind and seismic loads shall not be required. Loading that produces
higher stresses shall be used.
2.1.2 Design Consideration
All outdoor signs and sign structures shall be designed fulfilling the design requirements
as set out in Chapter 1: General Design Requirements: Structural Design, Part 6 of this
Code.
2.2 Construction
All outdoor signs and sign structures shall be constructed and erected in accordance with
the requirements of Chapter 1: Constructional Responsibilities and Practices, Part 7 of
this Code.
2.1.2 Use of Materials

All materials for outdoor signs and sign structures shall conform to the specification as
set out in Part 5: Building Materials of this Code.
2.2.2 Use of Combustible Materials
Ground signs not higher than 6 m may be constructed of any material that meets the
requirements of this Code. No combustible material other than approved plastic as
defined in Sec 2.2.5, shall be used in the construction of electric signs. Roof, wall,
projecting, fin, balcony, marquee and combination signs shall be constructed of
noncombustible materials except as provided below:
(a) On roofs of combustible construction, the roof sign may be constructed of

combustible materials.
(b) On roofs of any type of construction, roof signs not higher than 1.5 m and not
exceeding 5 m2 in area may be constructed of combustible materials.
(c) On walls of combustible construction, wall signs not involving the use of
electricity may be constructed of combustible materials.
2.2.3 Anchorage
Foundation for all unbraced signs shall be designed to resist horizontal, vertical and
overturning forces. All braced ground signs shall be anchored to resist the specified wind
and seismic forces in any direction. Anchors shall be designed for safe soil bearing
capacity and for an effective uplift force which is 25% more than the force required to
resist overturning. Anchorage of signs shall not be connected to an unbraced parapet wall
unless the wall is designed for seismic load.
2.2.4 Display Surfaces
Display surfaces of outdoor signs may be made of metal, glass or approved plastic. If the
surface of the sign is made of glass, the thickness and area shall be as set forth in Table
10.2.1.
Table 10.2.1: Type, Size and Thickness of Glass Panels Used in Signs
Maximum Size of Glass Panel Minimum Type of Glass

Thickness (mm)
Any dimension (m) Area (m2)
0.75 0.30 3 Plain, Plate or Wired
above 3.65 above 2.30 6 Wired Glass
Plastic of approved type may be used for wall signs in sections not exceeding 20 m2 in
area. Plastics sections on wall signs shall be separated 1 m laterally and 2 m vertically.
Approved plastics of unlimited area may be used on any sign other than wall sign, if
approved by the Authority
2.2.5 Approved Plastics
Plastic materials which burn at a rate no faster than 65 mm per minute when tested in
accordance with ASTM D 635 shall be deemed approved plastic. Only approved plastic
shall be used for plastic display surfaces provided for in Sec 2.2.4 above. Approved
plastics may also be used for ornamental purposes, decorations, lettering, facings etc. on
signs and outdoor display structures.
2.2.6 Draining Arrangements
Signs constructed on ground or at places where possibility of accumulation of water

exists shall have adequate provision for proper drainage.
2.3 Use of Glass In Signs
Glass when used in outdoor signs shall be at least 3 mm thick and shall conform to the
requirements of Sec 2.16.14: Glass and Glazing, of Part 5 of this Code. The area of each
glass panel shall not exceed 6 m2 and shall be securely fixed with the frame
independently. Appropriate protection against damage by falling objects shall be
provided to all glass panels by metal canopies or other approved means. Use of glass may
be discouraged or avoided wherever possible for signs placed overhead. For such uses, if
permitted, the authority may impose condition of using 'tempered glass' so as to produce
no sharp edges or large pieces if broken accidentally.
2.4 Servicing Devices
All servicing devices (ladders, platforms, hooks, rings etc.), used for cleaning, painting,
repainting of sign shall have adequate safety devices and shall be of approved type and
quality.
2.5 Interference by Signs
Signs shall not be placed at such locations that would obstruct the use of fire hydrants or
other firefighting appliances. Signs in bends and curves shall be placed in such a location
so as not to obstruct the view of traffic at intersecting streets.
2.6 Hours of Operations
No electric sign or other type of signs using electric power source, other than those
necessary in the opinion of the Authority in the interest of public amenity, health and
safety, shall be operated between midnight and sunrise.
Chapter 3
Specific Requirements for Various Types of Signs
3.1 Electric Signs

3.1.1 Materials
Materials for the construction of electric signs shall be noncombustible except as
provided in Sec 2.2.2
3.1.2 Location
Electric signs in colour erected at a height lower than two stories or 6 m above the
pavement shall be provided with suitable screen to avoid confusion with traffic signals.
No sign in red, amber or green colours shall be erected within a horizontal distance of 10
m from any traffic signal.
3.1.3 Installation
All electric signs including the electrical equipment in connection with the sign shall be
installed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 1 Part 8 of this Code.
3.1.4 Illumination
Electric signs shall not be of such intense illumination as to cause inconvenience or
disturbance to residents of adjacent buildings or to the drivers on road.
3.1.5 Operational Hours
The operational hours of electric signs will be restricted (as referred in Sec 2.6 Chapter 2
of this Part)
3.2 Ground Sign
3.2.1 Material
All ground signs over 6 m in total height shall be constructed of noncombustible
materials meeting the requirements of this Code, or of approved plastics as defined in Sec
2.2.5 Chapter 2 of this Part. Materials used for the construction of ground sign supporting
structures may be treated timber, masonry, concrete or corrosion resistant metal.
3.2.2 Height
The height of ground signs excluding the lighting reflectors shall be limited to 9 m.
3.2.3 Design
The design and construction of ground signs shall conform to the requirements of Part 6
and Part 7 of this Code. All ground signs shall have a firm support and shall be anchored
to the ground.
3.2.4 Clearance
All ground signs shall be provided with a clearance height of 0.6 m from the ground. The
intervening space may be filled with open lattice work. Under no circumstance shall any
ground sign obstruct or interfere with entrance or exit of a building.
3.2.5 Visual Obstruction
All ground signs must be sited in a manner so that they don't pose any visual obstruction
to the traffic signs or to any emergency signs (e.g. hospital entry)
3.3 Roof Signs
3.3.1 Material
All roof signs including the frames shall be constructed of noncombustible materials
except as provided in Sec 2.2.2 Chapter 2 of this Part.
3.3.2 Design
Design and construction of roof signs shall conform to the requirements of Part 6 and
Part 7 of this Code. Roof signs shall be properly secured and anchored to the building and
the building shall be designed to avoid overstress due to the sign.
3.3.3 Clearance
Roof signs shall not prevent free passage from one part of the roof to the other. Such
passages shall be not less than 1 m wide and 1.25 m high.
3.3.4 Projection
No roof sign shall project beyond the roof in any directions.
3.4 Projecting Signs
3.4.1 Material
All projecting signs and their supporting frames shall be of noncombustible material
except as provided in Sec 2.2.2 Chapter 2 of this Part
3.4.2 Design
The supporting frame of projecting signs and the building element to which it is anchored
shall be designed to withstand, in addition to dead, live and wind loads calculated in
accordance with Part 6 of this Code, appropriate loads due to servicing personnel and
equipment.
3.4.3 Height and Clearance
A minimum of 2.5 m clearance from the road surface shall be provided for any projecting
sign. The maximum height of a projecting sign shall be 15 m when erected against
buildings having a height of more than 8 storey or 36 m. For buildings 5 to 8 stories high
but not exceeding 36 m, the height of the projecting signs shall be limited to 12 m. The
height of the sign shall be limited to 9 m when attached to a building less than 4 storey or
18 m high.
3.4.4 Projection
Projecting sign or any part of its supporting structures shall not project more than 2 m
beyond the building. When such sign faces the street, it shall not project beyond the
property line. Projecting sign shall not extend above the eaves of the roof of the building
to which it is attached. Projection over public property or alley of projecting signs shall
be limited to the values as specified in Sec 1.9 Chapter 1 of this Part.
3.4.5 Attachment
All projecting signs shall be so constructed or attached to the building that movement in
any direction is prevented by rods, anchors, brackets, chains etc.
3.4.6 Visual Obstruction
All projection signs must be sited in a manner so that they don't pose any visual
obstruction to the traffic signs or to any emergency signs (e.g. hospital entry)
3.5 Fin Signs
3.5.1 Material
Materials for fin sign shall conform to the requirements of Sec 2.2.2 Chapter 2 of this
Part.
3.5.2 Design
Design and construction of fin signs shall conform to the requirements of Part 6 and Part
7 of the Code.
3.5.3 Clearance
Fin signs shall not obstruct windows and reduce light and ventilation to such a point as
the Code or other regulations prohibit. Such signs and their frames shall not obstruct fire
escape, exit and entrance of the building to which they are attached. Projection of fin
signs over public property shall conform to the requirements of Sec 1.9 Chapter 1 of this
Part.
3.6 Balcony Signs
3.6.1 Materials
Materials for balcony signs shall conform to the requirements of Sec 2.2.2 Chapter 2 of
this Part.
3.6.2 Location
Balcony signs shall be placed above eaves of the balcony and shall not project beyond
rear of the roof gutter.
3.6.3 Size
The height of a balcony signs shall be limited to 1 m. The hanging balcony sign shall not
exceed 2.5 m in length and 50 mm in thickness. For hanging box type signs the maximum
allowable depth shall be 200 mm.
3.6.4 Projection
Balcony signs shall not extend beyond the balcony line. Hanging balcony signs shall
maintain a clearance height of 2.5 m from the finished ground level. Projection of
balcony sign over public property or alley shall be limited to values as specified in Sec
1.9 Chapter 1 of this Part.
3.7 Marquee Signs
3.7.1 Materials
Materials for the construction and erection of marquee signs shall conform to the
requirements of Sec 2.2.2 Chapter 2 of this Part.
3.7.2 Size
The height of a marquee sign shall be limited to 2 m. The length of such sign may be
equal to the length of the marquee and no projection beyond the full length shall be
allowed.
3.7.3 Clearance
A clearance height of at least 2.5 m shall be provided for marquee signs.
3.8 Combination Signs
All combination signs shall meet the general and specific requirements of all the
component classes of sign.
3.9 Temporary Signs
3.9.1 Size
The area of a temporary sign shall not ordinarily exceed 10 m2. Temporary signs of a
larger area may be erected upon explicit approval of the Authority which shall only be
granted, for signs of a duration not exceeding 7 days. Temporary signs made of rigid
material shall not exceed 3 m2 in area, nor shall they have a height more than
2 m. Such rigid signs shall be anchored to the ground or a building by a rigid structure.
3.9.2 Duration
Temporary signs shall be removed from the location within 60 days of first erection,
unless explicit permission of the Authority for extending this period has been obtained. In
no case a temporary sign shall be permitted to be maintained for more than 90 days.
3.9.3 Support
Temporary signs shall be adequately supported and secured in place. No part of the sign
shall be permitted to dangle, sway or otherwise become loose or detached. In order to
reduce wind resistance on signs made of fabric, adequate perforations shall be provided.
3.9.4 Location
All temporary signs shall be subject to the approval of the Authority and shall be erected
in such a place so as not to obstruct any public way, foot path or entrance and exit of any
building.
3.9.5 Projection
Temporary cloth sign may extend over public property. A clearance of 6 m shall be
maintained when such signs are placed over a public street. Other temporary signs when
placed 2.5 m above the ground may project not more than 300 mm over public property
or beyond the legal setback line.
3.10 Additional Guidelines for Signs in Urban and Rural Areas
3.10.1 Erecting, maintaining and owning signs in rural areas shall be encouraged so as
to create awareness, dissemination of information and to boost economic status of the
rural population.
3.10.2 The tolerance criteria for the permission granted towards putting up any signs
for any urban area shall be as given in Sections 3.10.2.1 to 3.10.2.4.
3.10.2.1 Small towns
The traffic hazards in small towns are few and the defacement due to excessive
advertising signs has not occurred. Therefore, orderly development of signs may enliven
the town environment and boost the economy. The tolerance here may be high.
The following guidelines may be followed for signage :
ADVERTISING SIGN Electric sign, ground sign, building sign, illuminated sign,
sky sign and temporary sign are permissible.
DIRECTIONAL SIGN Electric sign, ground sign, building sign, illuminated sign
and temporary sign are permissible while sky sign is not
permissible.
INFORMATIONAL Electric sign, ground sign, building sign, illuminated sign
SIGN and temporary sign are permissible while sky sign is not
permissible.
IDENTIFICATION Electric sign, ground sign, building sign, illuminated sign
permissible.
REGULATORY SIGN Electric sign, ground sign, illuminated sign and temporary
sign are permissible while building sign and sky sign are not
permissible.
3.10.2.2 Medium (District level) towns
The traffic hazards in medium towns are few and the defacement due to excessive
advertising signs has not occurred. Proper design, erection and maintenance of the signs
shall be encouraged. The following guidelines may be followed for signage :
ADVERTISING SIGN Electric sign, ground sign, building sign, illuminated sign,
sky sign and temporary sign are permissible.
DIRECTIONAL SIGN Electric sign, ground sign, illuminated sign are permissible
while building sign, sky sign and temporary sign are not
permissible.
INFORMATIONAL Electric sign, ground sign, illuminated sign, and temporary
SIGN sign are permissible while building sign and sky sign are not
permissible.
permissible.
REGULATORY SIGN Electric sign, ground sign, illuminated sign and temporary
sign are permissible while building sign and sky sign are not
permissible.
3.10.2.3 Large (Divisional level) cities
Accident risks due to density and complexity of traffic in large cities is high. Unplanned
advertisements may add more risk to this situation. Defacement of buildings, roads and
urban spaces due to advertisements has to be controlled. Therefore, the permissivity and
tolerance for erecting signs is very low. The following guidelines may be followed for
signage:
ADVERTISING SIGN Electric sign, ground sign, illuminated sign and sky sign are
permissible while building sign and temporary sign are not
permissible.
DIRECTIONAL SIGN Ground sign, illuminated sign are permissible while electric
sign, building sign, sky sign and temporary sign are not
permissible.
INFORMATIONAL Ground sign, illuminated sign, building sign and temporary

SIGN sign are permissible while electric sign and sky sign are not
permissible.

permissible.
REGULATORY SIGN Ground sign, illuminated sign and temporary sign are
permissible while electric sign, building sign and sky sign
are not permissible.
3.10.2.4 Mega and metro cities
The traffic hazards in mega and metro cities are many and the defacement due to
excessive advertising signs has marred the urban environment. The density of population
is very high and the danger of greater loss of life due to disasters is self-evident.
Therefore, the permissivity for erecting signs is very low and no tolerance exists for law
breakers. The following guidelines may be followed for signage :
ADVERTISING SIGN Electric sign, ground sign, illuminated sign and sky sign are
permissible while building sign and temporary sign are not
permissible.
DIRECTIONAL SIGN Ground sign, illuminated sign are permissible while electric
sign, building sign, sky sign and temporary sign are not
permissible.
INFORMATIONAL Ground sign, illuminated sign and temporary sign are

SIGN permissible while electric sign, building sign and sky sign
IDENTIFICATION Electric sign, ground 8 sign, building sign, illuminated sign

permissible.
REGULATORY SIGN Ground sign, illuminated sign and temporary sign are
permissible while electric sign, building sign and sky sign
3.11 Environmental Graphics and Graphics for Universal Accessibility for

Cityscape
3.11.1 The urban environment may be susceptible to confusion and chaos due to
improper graphics, hoardings and advertisements. Therefore, the signage should be
installed following requisite guidelines keeping the functional, safety and aesthetic
aspects in view. The scale of the project should also be considered for implementing
signage design. In urban design/planning projects and landscape projects on a large scale,
the following criteria should be followed for signs and outdoor display structures :
(a) The aesthetic and harmonious development of the visual environment.
(b) Signage for the handicapped at all grade changes, entry points to buildings and
public conveniences and facilities. Braille strips used should be displayed not
above 1.5 m height for the benefit of the visually impaired at all important
nodes, entrances and routes, Ramps for the people on wheelchair should be
highlighted with the appropriate international sign of the wheelchair. These
signs are needed to be lighted adequately even at night time.
(c) Environmental graphics should be creatively designed to cater to the basic

function of information, identity and way finding, with the objective of
improvement of urban-scape.
(d) Safety aspects.

(e) Protection of trees and other vegetation from harm due to signs.
3.11.2 For People with disabilities or any kind of impairment all signs and symbols
shall comply with the guidelines of Sec D.26 of Appendix D of Part 3.
Appendix A
Application for Permit to Erect or Alter Outdoor Signs
Application for Permit to Erect or Alter Outdoor Signs
1. Type of Sign : _____________________________________________________________________

2. Location of Sign : _________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
3. Details of Sign
a) Dimension i) Length _________________________ m

ii) Width __________________________ m
iii) Thickness _______________________ mm
b) Clearance and Projection i) Clearance _______________________ m

ii) Projection _______________________ m
4. Type of Materials Used i) Noncombustible

ii) Approved plastic
iii) Combination
5. Details of Electrical Installations (if any) : ____________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
6. Structural details of signs and supporting structures including foundations : _______________

__________________________________________________________________________________
7. This application is accompanied by all required plans, drawings and other details as required by Sec 1.4.3 of
this code.
Yes _______________ No ____________
________________________ ______________________
Signature of owner of Signature of Applicant
the Building/Premise
Date _________________
Date ___________________
Name in Full __________________________ Name in Full _________________________

Address _______________________________ Address _____________________________
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1.2.2 Change in Use

1.2.3 Part Change in Use

1.3.1 Investigation and Evaluation

1.3.2.3 For Detail Engineering Assessment (DEA) of existing light manufacturing

1.3.4 Determination of Compliance

2.1.1 Planning Requirements

Item Description Reference

(b) Requirement of plots Sec 1.5 Chapter 1 Part 3

(c) Means of access Sec 1.7 Chapter 1 Part 3

(d) Staircase Sec 1.14.5 Chapter 1 Part 3

(e) Universal accessibility requirements Chapter 3 and Appendix D,

(j) Street encroachment Sec 1.11 Chapter 1 Part 3

Item Description Reference

(l) Ventilation requirements :

Natural Sec 1.19 Chapter 1 Part 3

Artificial Chapter 2 Part 8

(m) Lighting and illumination requirements Sec 1.19 Chapter 1 Part 3

Site drainage and run-off coefficient Sec 4.3.2 Chapter 3 Part 3

2.1.2 Safety Requirements

2.1.2.1 Additions or alterations to an existing building or structure is not to be made if

2.1.2.9 The ability of the natural or mechanical venting, exhaust or pressurization

2.1.5 Environmental Requirements

2.3 Sustainability Measures for Existing Buildings

(a) introduction of renewable energy

(b) installation of rainwater harvesting

(c) installation of ground water recharge systems

(d) introduction of low energy sources

Historical places, buildings, objects and manifestation of cultural, scientific, symbolic,

3.2 Terminology and Conceptual Definitions

This is the process of retention of existing buildings or groups of buildings, landscapes

3.2.4 Structures of Architectural Significance

3.3 Aims of Conservation

3.3.1 Conservation, rehabilitation and culturally sensitive adaptive reuse of urban,

3.4 Objectives of Conservation

To integrate development with conservation and rehabilitation goals, the Government at

(e) Promote community based action for the conservation, rehabilitation,

(g) Ensure the incorporation of environmental concerns in conservation and

3.5 Ethics of Conservation

The following standards of conservation ethics shall be rigorously observed in

(b) Historic evidence must not be destroyed, falsified or removed.

(c) Any intervention must be the minimum necessary.

3.6 Guidelines for Conservation

3.7 Listing of Heritage Building or Area

3.7.1 Aim and Objectives of Listing

3.7.3 Listing of Projects or Work of Architectural Value

A. Cultural values B. Use values C. Emotional Values

3.7.6 Detailed Format for all Listed Properties

3.7.8 Upgrading of the List

3.8 Implementation Strategy

3.8.1 Community Participation

3.8.3 Original Elements

3.8.3.1 Structures that impinge directly on the monument/s, identified to be additions,

3.8.5 Upgrading and Adaptive Reuse

3.8.5.1 Adaptive reuse shall follow logical consequence considering public

3.9 Incentives to Private Owners Affected by Conservation

3.9.2 Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) is a market-based mechanism that

3.9.4 In implementing TDR, a Development Rights Certificate (DRC) is a certificate

(c) The areas or zones in which they may be utilized.

APPROVED Plastic materials conforming to the requirement of Sec 2.2.5

IDENTIFICATION A sign that gives specific location information identifies

ILLUMINATED The display of signs, permanent or otherwise, functions of

INFORMATIONAL Used for overall information for general organization of a