Delhi Development Authority on Tuesday gave its final approval to the draft policy for dynamic parking norms, which aims to rationalise usage of parking space in the city. DDA also approved inclusion of Affordable Rental Housing Complex Scheme in Master Plan for Delhi 2021. The draft policy for dynamic parking norms has been approved by the authority, DDA's apex body, in a meeting charied by lieutenant governor Anil Baijal considering the changed scenario of transportation. The policy has rationalisation the parking norms, which includes deduction in parking space of an upcoming non-residential project by up to 30% if it is within 500 metres of a Metro station, 15% if it is located between 500 and 800 metres and 10% if it is within a kilometre of a multi-level car parking. For residential projects, the parking norms will now be based on the number and size of the dwelling units instead of the built-up area. Parking norms for government buildings will also be rationalised as most visitors use public transport to reach their offices. On the other hand, the parking norms in case of banquet halls hav been enhanced keeping in view the orders of National Green Tribunal. The enhanced norms are aimed at ensuring that there is adequate parking space inside such venues so that vehicles don't spill over to roads outside and cause congestion. The norms have been formulated based on a study conducted by Delhi Urban Art Commission and discussion with other stakeholders and experts. It will now be forwarded to the Union housing and urban affairs ministry for its consideration and final notification. Once notified, these norms will be applicable on the new as well as all ongoing projects, a DDA spokesperson said. The policy, he pointed out, will ensure funds better utilisation of public funds as in many government buildings such as hospitals.
