Dholera Fire Safety Regulations: DSIRDA NOC & Water Tank Rules

1. Structural Setbacks & Access for Fire Tenders

To ensure fire trucks can navigate building layouts during an emergency, the DSIRDA GDCR enforces strict structural clearance guidelines:

• Continuous Setback Lane: For all buildings exceeding 15 meters in height, a continuous, unobstructed driveway lane measuring at least 6.0 meters in width must encircle the entire building.
• Driveway Load Capacity: The surrounding driveway must be reinforced to bear a wheel load of at least 45 metric tons, ensuring it can support heavy hydraulic snorkel ladders.
• Gate Clearance: Main entrance gates must have a minimum clear width of 4.5 meters and a vertical clearance height of at least 5.0 meters to accommodate large fire engines.

2. Static Fire Water Storage Tank Requirements

High-rise and industrial developments cannot rely solely on the municipal water mains during a major fire event. DSIRDA mandates dedicated on-site static water storage:

• Underground Static Tanks: Developers must construct dedicated concrete water tanks reserved exclusively for firefighting operations.
• Terrace Tank Backup: In addition to underground storage, secondary overhead tanks must be built on the roof to feed the wet-riser gravity system.
• Automatic Pumping Systems: Tanks must be connected to independent diesel-powered fire pumps, ensuring pressurization even during a main electrical grid outage.

The table below outlines static water tank capacities based on building occupancy:

3. The Fire NOC Compliance Checklist

Obtaining a Fire NOC in Dholera SIR is a two-stage process:

1. Provisional Fire NOC: Submitted during the building plan approval stage on the DSIRDA single-window portal. The plan must show exit stairwell positions, fire sprinkler layouts, hydrants, and pump configurations.
2. Final Fire NOC: Issued after construction is complete. Fire safety officials inspect the property to run tests on:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

#### Who issues the Fire NOC in Dholera SIR?

The Fire NOC is issued by the DSIRDA Fire and Emergency Services Authority in compliance with the Gujarat State Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act.

#### What is the minimum driveway width required for fire engines in Dholera?

Any building taller than 15 meters must maintain a continuous, unobstructed driveway setback of at least 6.0 meters around the building to allow fire tenders to maneuver.

#### How much water storage is required for firefighting in Dholera?

Residential high-rises require 50,000 to 100,000 liters of underground storage, while commercial offices and industrial facilities require 150,000 to 200,000+ liters of dedicated static water storage.