The document outlines the decentralization of the plan approval process for urban development, emphasizing the need for legislative support to implement innovative guidelines. It discusses various corporate housing types and their amenities, highlighting their growing relevance beyond business travelers to everyday individuals. Additionally, it details urban development strategies, fiscal resource mobilization, and the role of technology in enhancing energy efficiency in housing projects.

1. CORPORATE HOUSING
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2. Decentralisation of Plan Approval Process
UDPFI GUILDELINES

3. Some of the existing municipal functions like water supply, transport, electricity,
collection and disposal of solid waste,and sanitation on the fringe areas could be
privatized and contracted out.
There is a need to revise the model Regional and Town Planning and
Development
Law to provide legislative support to the innovative suggestions
contained in these
UDPFI Guidelines as well as the implications ofthe 74th CAA.
- the role and functions of MPC, DPC and local authorities as provided
under 74th CAA;
- the contents of plans and process of planning, approval, monitoring
and review of plans of MPC, DPC and local authorities.
- Innovative approaches to fiscal resource mobilisation, land assembly
and private sector participation.
- people's participation in plan formulation and approval including
provision for a public meeting to explain highlights of the Development'
Plan
PRIVATE SECTOR FINANCE
LEGISLATIVE SUPPORT

4. Municipal Taxes
Some of the promising new taxes for which powers could be delegated to the
local Authority are:
- Tax on consumption of electricity.
- A surcharge on petroleum products
- A tax on advertisement is already a lucrative and popular tax in some cities.
- Entertainment tax
- Stamp duty.
Land based taxes
Urban land is emerging as a potent source of local resource generation.the
following are promising areas for land based taxation:
- vacant developed land cess
- Tax on land value increment due to rise in price or provision/ upgradation of
infrastructure.
- Change of use of land cess
- Development impact exaction.
- Development charges
- User’s charges.
UDPFI GUILDELINES

5. THE SUGGESTED FURTHER ACTIONS INCLUDE:
a. calling a meeting of Secretaries of Urban Development and State
Chief
Town Planners/Director Town Planning followed by a meeting of
Ministers of Urban Affairs and Local Self Government for adaption of
UDPFI Guidelines by the States.
b. Mechanism for procurement of base maps
c. Central assistance by Planning Commission during the 9th and 10th
Five Year Plans to local authorities to provide initial fiscal support in
formulation of urban Perspective and Development Plans.
d. . Establishment of Urban and Regional Information System and
e. Identification of Manpower Development Needs

6. • Establish a consistent approach to the planning and design of project
• Ensure the delivery of the most functional and flexible environment
Provide
• Meet service delivery goals, the needs of consumer and the access
requirements of people with disabilities
• way of determining the capacity of existing space in advance of
detailed
• To ensure the Council achieves the targets of efficiency in use, running
costs, emissions and space utilization set by Government
• To rationalize property and occupy fewer properties which are more
efficient ,legislatively compliant and suitable for purpose.

7. THE ROLE OF THE CORPORATE SPACE
DESIGN OFFICER
• To create an effective new environment utilizing Integrated
Work Strategies requires a thorough understanding of the
Council’s organization structure, strategic goals and
management practices.
• The Corporate Space Design Officer will be responsible for
the design and planning of space and advising managers in
defining current and future space needs for office
accommodation, gearing requirements to the needs of their
staff.

8. CORPORATE OFFICE POLICY
PRINCIPLES
• Best Value; Maximizing value for money will be a goal of all facilities decisions
.
• Responsibility & Conformance; Heads of Service are jointly responsible for
applying these standards to all projects
• Clarity & Simplicity; Standards will be clear and concise
Open plan; In order to achieve such a density of occupation, the Council
will adopt ‘open plan’ layouts wherever possible. This will enable space
utilisation to be maximised.

9. CORPORATE HOUSING TYPES
Lofts – Unique, trendy urban residences that offer individuality in every unit.
Floor plans offer high ceilings, open floor plans, hardwood floors and modern
kitchens
Condominiums – A privately owned property in a larger secure high rise
building. Unit floor plans differ greatly from one complex to another
offering variety in style, design and amenities.
Townhomes – An individually owned property that has its own private
access from the outside and private garage space. Floor plans offer multiple
bedrooms and living Space similar to a private home.
Houses – A single-family home with multiple bedrooms, larger living space
, private garage and yard accommodating relocating families and other
groups needing housing.
Apartments – These are multi-unit housing developments offering a variety
of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom floor plans.

10. Who Uses Corporate Housing?
Corporate housing has emerged as more than just an essential
business service for relocated or traveling business executives.
Today, corporate housing is a full-fledged lodging solution for
everyday individuals who need short-term furnished and even
unfurnished housing that has the space and convenience of a home
on the road. Some examples of today’s corporate housing tenants
include:
Individuals: Extended vacations, family visits, divorcees
Businesses: Traveling business executives, relocating professionals,
attorneys, auditors, consultants
Sports & Entertainment: Professional athletes, traveling
musicians, theater performers, movie crews, special event
coordinators, reporters, photographers
Insurance: Flood, fire, mold, natural disasters - families displaced
from their homes
Military: Individuals and families on military assignment
Education: Visiting professors, graduate students, abroad students,
interns
Medical: Traveling nurses, extended medical visits, visiting doctors,
families traveling for specialized treatment
Government: Legislators, lobbyists, consultants

11. Amenities:
A corporate rental includes all the amenities of home without
having
to move all your stuff in it. For example, a corporate rental would
include a full-sized
kitchen along with everything you need for daily living from pots
and pans to linens and
towels. It would have beds (and bedrooms), cable, Internet, a
washer/dryer, backyard
or private outdoor space, etc.

12. TABLE 1. Examples of how technology helped provide energy
efficiency and a superior environment.
FEATURE BENEFIT
Dimmable fluorescent lighting integrated with sun
blind control
Optimal lighting level and quality can be determined by
the occupants.
Lighting control with motion sensors integrated
with security
Only provide lighting as needed. Reduces energy use
and increases security.
Natural and displacement ventilation. More efficient and effective distribution of ventilation.
Use of economizers for free cooling. Energy efficiency.
Individual temperature and lighting control. Improved comfort is shown to improve productivity.
Radiant heating and cooling. Improved comfort, reduced energy use.
Optimized control algorithms. Reduce energy use with little or no impact on comfort.
Combined heat and power plants. Improved energy efficiency and sustainability.
After hours control of lights and HVAC integrated
with security.
Improved security while reducing energy use.
Monitoring of IAQ and contaminants. Improved comfort, safety, and productivity.
INTELLIGENT BUILDING

13. At its most basic level has been used to
describe buildings that include
technologies such as:
Automated systems.
Intelligent building management systems.
Energy efficiency measures.
Wireless technologies.
Digital infrastructure.
Adaptive energy systems.
Networked appliances.
Data gathering devices.
Information and communications networks.
Assistive technologies.
Remote monitoring.

14. SERVICES & UTILITIES OF
CORPORATE HOUSING
Gas & Electric
Water, Sewer, & Trash
Local Telephone Service with Features and Voicemail
Cable/Satellite TV-Basic, Expanded or Premium
High Speed Internet Access
Wireless Internet Router
Unlimited Domestic Long Distance
International Long Distance
Housecleaning Services
Other Services Available Upon Request

15. Location: Marine Drive, Kochi
Development Size:5 Acres
Number of Units:366
Apartments/Condominiums

16. • Prestige Neptune's Courtyard is an exclusive community that
offers ultra luxury homes for the very upper crust.
• Set amidst the vast backwaters of Kochi, Prestige Neptune's
Courtyard is home to three, four & five bedroom premium luxury
apartments, which compliment the lifestyle of its residents.
• Each Apartment is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to
give you the best of modern living.
• Miles from the noise of the city, yet minutes away from
civilization.
no driveways on the premises, as restricted parking to the
basement and ground floor only.
•Cochin International Airport - 32.2km
•Railway Station – 21.9km

27. SIZE & TYPE OF UNITS

29. STRUCTURE
RCC framed structure with:
a) External and Internal walls of solid concrete blocks / table molded
bricks
b) Internal walls – Cement plaster with putty finish
External walls – Cement plaster
LOBBY & STAIRCASE
The main entrance lobby will be done in a combination of granite and
textured paint.
Vitrified tiles and textured paint will be used for the upper floor
lobbies. Stair case
will be finished with Kota stone.
LIFT
Two passenger elevators of suitable capacity and one service elevator
will be provided in
each block. Separate elevators are provided to the Sky Club.

30. FLOORING
l Vitrified tiles flooring in living, dining, kitchen and all bedrooms.
l Ceramic tilrs in bathroom
l Non-skid tiles for balconey.
DOORS
Internal Door:
l Unit Entrance door – Wood frames and paneled door with fittings.
l Other Internal doors – Wood frames with flush shutter and fittings
Balcony Doors:
l UPVC frame work with glass.
WINDOWA / VENTILATORS

31. UPVC frame work with glass for living / dining, bedrooms, kitchen and
bathrooms.
WALL FINISHED
a) Internal Walls:
Oil – bound distemper for all plastered walls and ceilings.
b) External Walls:
Textured paint for the exteriors and common areas.
KITCHEN
Polished granite platform with stainless steel sink and drain board with
single lever sink
Mixer. Ceramic tile dado of 2 feet above granite counter.
TOILETS
Ceramic tile for flooring and dado up to false ceiling, EWCs, natural
marble vanity top
with semi – recessed wash basin and single lever mixer taps, chromium
plated fittings,
geysers: Bathtub will be provided in Master toilet

32. ELECTRICAL
Concealed conduits with copper wires and suitable points for Power and
lighting.
Provision for split ACs / ledge in the living
area and all bedrooms. Wiring for cable TV
will be done.
l 7 KVA power for the regular units
l 12 KVA power for the duplexes
l 20 KVA power for the triplexes
TELEVISION
Television points in living room and in all bedrooms
TELEPHONE
Telephone points in living / dining room and in all bedrooms.
GENERATOR
Generator will be provided for all common services. In additions, 100%
backup will be
provided at additional costs (operating cost to be borne by the client).

33. RECREATION & FACILITIES
Swimming pool, Gymnasium, Steam, Aerobic room, Tennis court,
Table Tennis, Cards room,
Party hall and Squash court.
SKY CLUB FACILITIES
Viewing Deck, Tea Lounge Function Hall, Theaterette.
ADDITIONAL FACILITIES
Gas pipelines for apartments.
SECURITY & TECHNOLOGY
Smart card access to lift lobbies, CCTV surveillance system, video door
phone.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR DUPLEX AND TRIPLEX UNITS
WATER SUPPLY
Corporation water supply will be given in the
kitchen and bore well water will be provided for
all points in the rest of the unit.
LANDSCAPE
Professionally designed & executed multi –
level landscapimg.

34. FLOORING
l Wooden flooring in the master bedroom and family room.
l Vitrified tiles flooring in all other bedrooms and marble flooring in
living / dining area.
l Ceramic tiles in bathrooms and kitchens.
l Non – skid tiles for the balcony.
l Private swimming pool will have glass mosaic and the pool deck will
be done with
suitable non-skid material. ( For triplex ) .
l Anti– skid ceramic tiles will be used in open terrace areas.
INTERNAL STAIRCASE
Wooden flooring for the steps and MS Railing with wooden handrail.
TELEVISION
Television points will be provided in living / family rooms and all bed
rooms, as well as the
pool deck and servant’s room.
TELEPHONE
Telephone points will be provided in living / family rooms and all
bedrooms, as well as the
pool desk and servant’s room.

35. THANK YOU