Savani Dhruvi Babubhai

UM4003-4

Housing For Economically Weaker Section (EWS)

The Urban Management Foundation Studio (Monsoon Semester 2024) examines the pressing challenges of affordable housing for the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) in Ahmedabad through a comprehensive Facility Management (FM) Framework. The study integrates asset mapping, gap analysis, and actionable proposals to address critical concerns such as structural integrity, fire safety, parking management, governance, and post-occupancy maintenance. These proposals aim primarily to improve the internal management of housing societies, fostering self-reliance and better coordination among residents and stakeholders. By focusing on FM strategies, the research seeks to ensure these housing schemes are safe, sustainable, and well-maintained for long-term habitation. Key emphasis areas include strengthening fire safety compliance and optimizing parking management to enhance livability and safety.


Report Content

Location and Site Survey Strategy for EWS Housing in Ahmedabad

Focus: Assess fire safety compliance and internal parking management to identify gaps in implementation, maintenance, and post-occupancy usage in EWS housing.

Asset mapping of fire safety equipment was conducted in Satipadmavati, and six PMAY sites were studied to analyze post-occupancy fire safety challenges.

An on-ground assessment of fire safety installations post-occupancy and maintenance practices pre-occupancy was conducted to understand the challenges and gaps.

This proposal aims to enhance fire safety installations in accordance with pre-occupancy guidelines. It focuses on ensuring the seamless transfer of necessary documentation and responsibilities from the developer to the Residents' Welfare Association (RWA). By strengthening pre-occupancy processes, the proposal seeks to ensure compliance, smooth handover, and long-term maintenance of fire safety systems, ultimately promoting safety and accountability within the community.

This proposal outlines strategies for maintaining existing fire safety equipment in the society, ensuring their efficiency and readiness for use through regular inspections, timely repairs, and proper management.

A detailed assessment was conducted at Krishnadham Avas (G+3) and new PMAY sites (P+7) to understand the gaps and differences in parking challenges across these two scenarios.

The understanding of demand and supply, along with a survey and gap analysis, was conducted on the new site under PMAY.

"Enhancing Internal Parking Management through Sticker System and Additional Parking Charges"

"Defining Parking Zones According to GDCR Norms for Improved Parking Efficiency"