DCPR 2034 Parking Rules Quiz and Flashcards

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What is the meaning of terms and expressions not defined in Development Control and Promotion Regulations for Greater Mumbai, 2034 Regulations?

They shall be interpreted based on the latest National Building Code (correct)
They shall be interpreted based on the Indian Constitution
They shall be interpreted based on the RERA Laws
They shall have no meaning

What is the purpose of an assembly building?

To store materials and equipment
To house educational institutions
To provide a space for people to gather for events or meetings (correct)
To conduct business operations

What is the meaning of "demonstrable hardship" in the context of development/redevelopment?

A plot unaffected by any restrictions
A plot affected by insignificant restrictions
A plot affected by various restrictions (correct)
A plot affected by a surrounding restriction

What is the maximum carpet area allowed for a medical or dental practitioner's dispensary or clinic under convenience shopping?

100 sq.m (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the jurisdiction of the Development Control and Promotion Regulations for Greater Mumbai, 2034?

Areas under the jurisdiction of the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai with certain excluded area (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an "accessory building" according to the Development Control and Promotion Regulations for Greater Mumbai, 2034?

A building separated from the main building on a plot, put to one or more accessory/ancillary use (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an "existing building" in the context of the new regulations?

Buildings or structures authorized before the new regulations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Floor Space Index (FSI)?

The ratio of the combined gross floor area of all floors to the area of the plot. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "built-up area"?

The area covered by a building on all floors including cantilevered portion, if any, but excluding cladding and areas specifically exempted under DCPR 2034 Regulations for the purpose of computation of FSI. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a parapet?

A low wall or railing along the edge of a roof or floor (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "carpet area"?

The area enclosed within the walls, actual area to lay the carpet, and does not include the thickness of the inner walls. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does "courtyard" mean in the context of construction and development?

A space permanently open to the sky within the site around a structure (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "convenience shopping"?

Shops that deal with day-to-day requirements (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a parking space?

An area sufficient in size to park vehicles, served by a driveway connecting with a street or alley (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens in case of a conflict between Development Control and Promotion Regulations for Greater Mumbai, 2034 Regulations and any other rules or bye laws?

Development Control and Promotion Regulations for Greater Mumbai, 2034 Regulations shall prevail (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of a hazardous building?

Its potential to cause harm to people or the environment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "addition and/or alteration" in the DCPR 2034?

A change in the use of a building or A change in the structure or fixtures of a building (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a footing?

A foundation unit constructed in brickwork, stone masonry, or concrete under the base of a wall or column. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an "exit" in the context of a building?

A passage, channel, or means of egress from a building to a street or open space (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a "curb cut"?

A small solid ramp that slopes down from the top surface of a sidewalk or footpath (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a "horizontal exit"?

A protected opening through or around a fire wall or a bridge connecting two or more buildings (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of "alcove" in the DCPR 2034?

A cooking place with direct access from the main room without a communicating door (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a partition?

An interior, non-load bearing barrier, one storey or part storey in height (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a mercantile building?

To conduct business operations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a foundation?

The part of the structure that is in direct contact with and transmitting loads to the ground (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "chajja"?

A structural overhang provided over openings on external walls for protection from the weather. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which area is exempt from DCPR 2034 Regulations?

Manori- Gorai-Uttan Notified area (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum carpet area allowed for restaurants and eating houses under convenience shopping?

150 sq.m (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a permanent open air space?

A space that is permanently open, either a street or an open space (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an "amenity space" according to the DCPR 2034?

A space provided in any layout/plot to be used for any of the amenities/utilities specified in DCPR 2034 regulations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an information technology building?

To house technological infrastructure and equipment (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "chowk"?

A fully or partially enclosed space permanently open to the sky within a building at any level. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a "dwelling unit/tenement"?

An independent housing unit with separate facilities for living, cooking, and sanitation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an "outside exit"?

An exit from a building to a public way or enclosed fire-resistant passage leading to a public way (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is Front Open Space?

The space between the boundary line of a plot abutting the means of access/road/street and the building line (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum carpet area allowed for restaurants and eating houses in convenience shopping?

150 sq.m (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a "corridor"?

A common passage or circulation space (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is area specified in the definition of "affordable housing" in DCPR 2034?

27.88 sq.mt. (300 sq.ft) or of such area as may be decided by Govt. from time to time (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a "fire booster pump"?

A pump expected to deliver 3.2 kg/cm2 pressure at topmost level of building (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "cluster"?

Any defined area with proper access comprising dwelling units, buildings, chawls, etc (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is Fungible Compensatory Area?

Any built-up area permitted over and above the admissible FSI by a special permission of the Commissioner. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of a semi-detached building?

Its shared wall with another building (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a plinth?

The portion of a structure between the ground and the immediate floor above it. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "drain" in the context of construction and development?

A system or a line of pipes used for drainage of buildings or yards (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is an "automatic sprinkler system" according to the DCPR 2034?

An arrangement of pumps, pipes and sprinklers, set to activate automatically on detection of fire inside the building and spray water under force to douse fire, simultaneously setting an audible alarm (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a gallery?

An intermediate floor or platform projecting from a wall of an auditorium or a hall. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "canopy"?

A cantilevered projection over any building entrance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a "conversion" in the context of development?

Changing the occupancy or premises that require development permission (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum carpet area allowed for shoes and sports shops in convenience shopping?

100 sq.m (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a storage building?

To store materials and equipment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is plinth area?

The built-up covered area measured at the plinth level (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an "external wall"?

An outer wall of a building not being a partition wall and also means a wall abutting on an interior open space of any building (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of "basement or cellar" in the DCPR 2034?

The lower storey of a building below, or partly below the ground level (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "contiguous holding"?

Contiguous piece of land under one ownership irrespective of separate property register cards. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a garage?

A place within a project having a roof and walls on three sides for parking any vehicle (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a porch?

A covered surface supported on pillars for pedestrian or vehicular approach to a building (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a podium?

One or more floors of a building extending beyond building line/s used for parking or other services (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is Grey Water?

Waste water from kitchen sink, bathrooms, tubs, showers, washbasins, washing machines, and dishwashers. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a temporary building/structure?

To serve a short-term or temporary need (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum carpet area allowed for gymnasiums in convenience shopping?

150 sq.m (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a refuge area?

An area within the building for temporary use during egress (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a road/street?

Any highway, street, lane, pathway, alley, stairway, passageway, carriageway, footway, square, place or bridge, tunnel, underpass, elevated road (B) Signup and view all the answers

Floor Space Index (FSI)

The ratio of the combined gross floor area of all floors to the area of the plot.

Built-up area

The area covered by a building on all floors including cantilevered portion, if any, but excluding cladding and areas specifically exempted under DCPR 2034 Regulations for the purpose of computation of FSI.

Parapet

A low wall or railing along the edge of a roof or floor

Carpet area

The area enclosed within the walls, actual area to lay the carpet, and does not include the thickness of the inner walls.