Author: CL

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One of the firefighting systems in multi-storey buildings for firefighters to obtain water supply on the upper storeys.

According to the SCDF Fire Code, buildings with habitable height between 10 metres and 60 metres shall be installed with the dry rising mains, while those exceeding 60 metres shall be installed with the wet rising mains. Wet rising main systems are fitted with water storage tanks and fire pumps.

The water discharge point of the rising mains is known as a landing valve, while water is supplied into the rising mains through a breeching inlet.

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Drainage Interpretation Plan (DIP) indicates drainage reserves or land reserved for future drainage schemes.

QP should ascertain/ verify details of the common drains on site; and the Minimum Platform Level for effective surface water drainage.

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Urban Redevelopment Authority of Singapore (URA) may impose a fee payable by the land owner when applying for permission to build a building. Development Charge is the tax on the enhancement in land value resulting from the State approving a higher value development proposal.

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Development Control refers to guidelines by the Urban Redevelopment Authority or URA which regulate and facilitate development of the built environment.

These guidelines are reviewed periodically to meet changing needs, and to adapt to changing circumstances, taking into account feedback from professional bodies.