Simple, Versatile, and Affordable GRIHA (SVAGRIHA) Rating, has been developed to promote the concept of green buildings and sustainability among small-scale stakeholders, such as owners of bungalows and small offices. It serves as a simple guidance-cum-rating tool for the general public, aimed at minimizing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from small-scale constructions.
SVAGRIHA Precertification
Introduction
Intent
The intent of the rating is to encourage small-scale buildings to adopt sustainable practices and transition towards green building principles.
Salient Features
Designed for small projects
The system acknowledges the requirement of rating tool for small projects thus integrating features applicable to smaller projects. The rating system will also help the project team to understand the qualitative and/or quantitative impact of their project on the environment.
Good Life Goals
The Good Life Goals (GLGs) were rolled out by the United Nations to encourage, individuals to participate in improving the health of our planet and live in harmony with the nature and other beings. The GLGs aim at the larger goal of achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). ‘The SDGs, also known as the Global Goals, were adopted by the United Nations in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that by 2030 all people enjoy peace and prosperity’ (UNDP 2021). SVAGRIHA targets to achieve a few of the GLGs by adopting the design guidelines specified in various sections of the rating system.
Integration with Standards, Codes and Policies
SVAGRIHA has been formulated in accordance with the various national and international standards, codes and policies like BEE Standards & Labelling Programme, Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) and Eco-Niwas Samhita (ECBC-R), ASHRAE 62.1-2019 and National Building Code.
Benefits/Advantages of adopting SVAGRIHA Precertification
Ergonomics
It aims at creating user satisfaction through optimized design solutions.
User friendly and easy to implement
With minimum requirements for extensive documentation, the rating is suitable for smaller projects with limited dependency on all the stakeholders of the project.
Enhanced recognition
With small projects being limited to a smaller segment, the rating enhances the visibility of the project in the market.
Eligibility & Virtual Boundary
Project Boundary
Virtual Boundary
Rating Fees
Fee Summary
The fee for the SVAGRIHA Precertification is INR 30,000 /- (exclusive of taxes).
SVAGRIHA Precertification Thresholds
Percentile Threshold
Achievable Star Rating
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-50
Fast-Track Process
The fast-track process is intended to provide handholding support to projects that need a faster clearance for various business and government approvals. It reduces the time required for rating while maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the GRIHA rating system.
| GRIHA Process – Normal vs Fast Track | ||
|---|---|---|
| Review Stage | Normal Review Timeline | Fast Track Review timeline |
| Review of First Submission | Within 15-20 working days | Within 5-7 working days |
| Final Review | Done within 10-15 working days after receipt of 2nd documentation. | Will be done within 3-5 working days after receipt of 2nd documentation |
Section Weightages
Grand Total
50+2
Points
