Section 97 in Cuttack Development Authority (Planning and Building Standards) Regulations, 2001
97. Maintenance.
(1)The main entrance to the premises shall not be less than 5 (five) metres in width in order to allow easy access to fire engine. The gate shall fold back against the compound wall of the premises, thus leaving the exterior access way, within the plot, free for the movement of fire service vehicles. If archway is provided over the main entrances, the height of the archway shall not be less than 5 (five) metres.(2)For multi-storeyed group housing scheme on one plot, the access way within the premises shall not be less than 7.5 (seven and half) metres in width and between individual building blocks, there shall be an open unbuilt space of 6 (six) metres.(3)The space set apart for providing access within the premises shall, in no case, be included in the calculation of requirements pertaining to parking spaces and other amenities required to be provided for the building.(4)Every access way shall be properly drained and lighted to the satisfaction of the Authority. Manhole covers or any other fittings laid within the right of way of the access way shall be flushed with the finished surface level of it so as not to obstruct safe movement of men and vehicles.(5)Reconstruction or addition or alteration to any multi-storeyed building shall not be taken in a manner which shall reduce the width of the access way to a level below the minimum prescribed limit under these Regulations.
