GRIHA Council has developed "GRIHA for Affordable Housing" aligned to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) scheme.
The rating evaluates the environmental performance of residences holistically over its entire life cycle. The rating thus provides a definitive standard for what constitutes a 'green building' as it is a dedicated assessment cum rating tool, and a pre-fed calculator-based system.
The intent of the rating is to promote low-income households to reduce their operational costs and GHG emissions by improving their resource efficiency.
By including Site Planning, Energy and Occupant comfort, Water Saving, Waste Management, Sustainable Building Material, and Social Aspects.
As it prioritizes low-cost, high-impact interventions such as passive design, water-efficient fixtures, and locally sourced materials.
As it includes provisions for universal accessibility, worker welfare facilities and community environmental awareness.
As it is compatible with Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) and other affordable housing initiatives. It helps in meeting the compliances and enhance eligibility for incentives.
The projects achieving 4 and 5-star GRIHA AH pre-certification are provided financial incentives under SUNREF India.
The fast-track process is intended to provide handholding support to projects that need a faster government approvals. It reduces the time required for rating while maintaining the integrity and accuracy of the GRIHA AH rating system.
| Review Stage | Review Process | Fast Track |
|---|---|---|
| Review of First Submission | Within 20-30 working days | Within 8-10 working days |
| Final Site Visit | Done within 20-30 working days after sending review comments | Will be done within 5-7 working days after sending review |
| Due Diligence Report | Sent within 15 working days after site visit | Will be sent within 2 working days after site visit |
| Final Report | Done within 15-20 working days after receipt of second documentation | Will be done within 5-7 working days after receipt of second documentation |
Fast Track Fees: Rs. 10 lakhs + Taxes Applicable as per the Government norms.
| S.No. | Section Name | Criterion No. | Criterion Name | Criterion Brief | Max. Points | Section Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Site Planning | 1 | Low Impact Design | Encourages site layout that minimizes disturbance to natural features and optimizes land use. | 6 | 16 |
| 2 | Design to Mitigate UHIE | Uses shading, vegetation, and reflective materials to reduce urban heat island effect. | 3 | |||
| 3 | Preservation and Protection of Landscape during Construction | Safeguards existing vegetation and soil quality through protective measures. | 3 | |||
| 4 | Storm Water Management | Implements systems to collect, filter, and recharge storm water to reduce runoff. | 2 | |||
| 5 | Reduction in Air and Soil Pollution during Construction | Applies dust suppression, waste control, and erosion prevention techniques. | 2 | |||
| 2 | Energy & Occupant Comfort | 6 | Envelope Thermal Performance | Optimizes building insulation and materials to reduce heat gain/loss. | 8 | 25 |
| 7 | Occupant Visual Comfort (Daylight) | Maximizes daylight penetration while controlling glare. | 5 | |||
| 8 | Efficient lighting | Promotes the use of energy-efficient lighting fixtures. | 2 | |||
| 9 | Energy Efficient Equipment | Encourages high-efficiency appliances and systems to reduce energy use. | 2 | |||
| 10 | Renewable Energy | Integrates on-site renewable energy systems such as solar PV. | 6 | |||
| 11 | Energy Metering | Provides separate metering for energy monitoring and optimization. | 2 | |||
| 3 | Water Savings | 12 | Efficient use of Water during Construction | Adopts practices to minimize water consumption at construction sites. | 2 | 19 |
| 13 | Optimization of Building and Landscape Water Demand | Reduces water use through low-flow fixtures and native landscaping. | 9 | |||
| 14 | Water Reuse | Encourages recycling and reuse of wastewater for landscaping or flushing. | 7 | |||
| 15 | Water Metering | Installs meters to track water consumption for efficient management. | 1 | |||
| 4 | Waste Management | 16 | Construction Waste Management | Ensures segregation, reuse, and safe disposal of construction debris. | 1 | 7 |
| 17 | Post Construction Waste Management | Provides systems for segregation and recycling of household waste. | 6 | |||
| 5 | Sustainable Building Material | 18 | Reduction in Environmental Impact of Construction | Uses locally available, resource-efficient, and low-impact materials. | 6 | 17 |
| 19 | Use of Low-Environmental Impact Materials in Building Interiors | Encourages non-toxic, sustainable materials for finishes and interiors. | 5 | |||
| 20 | Use of Recycled Content in Roads and Pavement | Utilizes recycled materials such as fly ash or reclaimed aggregates. | 4 | |||
| 21 | Low VOC paints, Adhesives, Sealants and Composite Wood Products | Minimizes indoor air pollutants by using low-VOC and non-toxic materials. | 2 | |||
| 22 | Zero ODP Materials | Prohibits materials with ozone-depleting substances in construction. | Mandatory | |||
| 6 | Social Aspects | 23 | Facilities for Construction Workers | Provides safe housing, sanitation, and welfare amenities for workers. | 1 | 16 |
| 24 | Universal Accessibility | Designs for barrier-free access for differently-abled and elderly persons. | 2 | |||
| 25 | Proximity to Transport and Basic Services | Ensures housing is within easy reach of public transport, schools, and healthcare. | 10 | |||
| 26 | Environmental Awareness | Conducts awareness programs for residents on sustainable living. | 2 | |||
| 27 | Tobacco Smoke Control | Restricts indoor smoking to maintain healthy indoor air quality. | Mandatory | |||
| 28 | Water Quality | Ensures potable water meets prescribed quality standards. | Mandatory | |||
| 29 | Provision of Access to Clean Sources of Cooking Fuel | Promotes use of LPG, PNG, or other clean cooking fuels. | 1 | |||
| 11 | Bonus Points | 30 | Bonus Points | Awards extra points for exemplary or innovative sustainability measures. | 4 | 4 |
| Grand Total (Bonus Points are above 100 points) | 100+4 | 100+4 | ||||
Additional Cost (if opted):
| Built-Up Area | Registration cum Rating Fee | Fee USD |
|---|---|---|
| Till 10,000 sq. m. | Rs 2,50,000 + GST | 3,500 |
| For every sq. m. above 10,000 sq. m. | Rs 2,50,000 + Additional Built-Up Charged @ Rs. 3.75 per sq. m. + GST | 0.1 (10 cent) per sq. m. |