The City Centre Zone of the Dholera Special Investment Region (DSIR) is an investment zone that serves as the conservator of the smart city’s economy and administration. This zone comprises business parks, retail shops, government administrative offices, and residence buildings all within the 1% area of the 422 sq. km infrastructure development area. As a modern pedestrian-centered urban core, the City Centre will Modern commercial construction, civic, and green infrastructure will be blended in this zone to make it the best building site for commerce, government, and the community of Dholera SIR.
City Centre Zone as Highlighted in Dark Blue
Why is the City Centre Zone Important?
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This zone will hold commercial offices, retail centers, corporate headquarters, and other economic activities, which will make it a multi-functional center that primarily focuses on business and economic development. Important government agencies and other pertinent civic structures will also be located in this center to ensure timely and effective governance and public service delivery. The zone is built around transit-oriented development (TOD), which means it supports public transport and walkable neighborhoods. Moreover, it will also include cultural and tourism facilities such as museums, galleries, and convention centers as well as sustainable green infrastructure, where people can walk, and multi-story car parks for improved urban living.
Major Highlights of The City Centre Zone
City Centre Dholera: This zone is solely meant for multifunctional activities such as business, administrative development, and urban living.
Commercial & Retail Hub: This Zone will integrate offices and retail business complexes of large firms and multinational corporations besides the shopping mall, department stores, and entertainment centers which will operate economically and make City Centre the commercial hub.
Administrative & Government Institutions: Essential public administrative institutions such as Police Headquarters, City Court, Regional Post Office, and Integrated Multi-Modal Transport Hub facilitate efficient urban governance and enhance interregional connectivity.
Cultural & Community Spaces: The City Centre will facilitate international conventions and expos through a Convention & Exhibition Center, supplemented with public libraries, art galleries, museums, and theaters along with Additional recreational clubs, sports complexes, and public auditoriums for cultural engagement and community leisure and events.
High-Density Residential Developments: Pedestrian streets and bikeways will increase urban livability and ensure a vibrant and sustainable lifestyle for the residents who will be housed in multi-story apartments and serviced residences intended for professionals and City dwellers.
HOSPITALS AND POLYCLINICS INFRASTRUCTURE AND HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Hint or implement super-specialty hospitals, diagnostic centers, and polyclinics for world-class healthcare services. For knowledge-based urban development, The City Center Zone will enhance educational services by constructing colleges, research centers, and vocational training institutes.
City Center Development Control Regulation
In order to achieve reasonable and sustainable growth of urban centers, the City Center’s Zone is bound by certain Development Control Regulations (DCRs) in relation to the Draft General Development Control Regulations (DGDCR). The following table summarizes the fundamental parameters of the land use and its development in the area:
| SR NO | MINIMUM ROAD ROW (METERS) | MIN. PLOT SIZE | MAXIMUM FAR | MAXIMUM GROUND COVERAGE AS PERCENT OF PLOT AREA | MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT | MINIMUM SETBACKS (FRONT-REAR-BOTH SIDES) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55m & above | 5000 sqm** | 5 | 0-10% | 150m | 10m-8m-6m |
| 4 | Above 10-20% | 126m | 9m-7m-6m | |||
| 3 | Above 20-30% | 32m | 8m-6m-6m | |||
| 2 | 25m & Below 55 | 1500 sqm | 2.5 | 40% | 20m | 8m-6m-6m |
| 3 | Below 25m | 1500 sqm | 2 | 40% | 16m | 8m-6m-6m |
In addition, certain other developments, including public institutions, healthcare services, and commercial facilities, as well as high-rise buildings, require special permits or approvals. Compliance with fire safety norms is required for high-rise buildings with star hotels, hospitals and convention centers being granted special permissions as a means to provide a sophisticated and better-grade urban setting.
How The City Centre Zone Helpful For Businesses & Investors
Dholera’s City Centre is set to develop into a prominent business hub, creating endless prospects for commercial and institutional investments. National and foreign brands will be drawn to high-grade office buildings and retail shopping centers, while professionals and tourists will be served by hotels and other hospitality ventures.
Smart Urban Planning and Sustainability
The City Centre Zone is set to implement and practice sustainability along with smart urban planning which is aimed at being futuristic. Designed to be fully pedestrian-friendly, there will be footpaths, cycle parts, and even greenways. Smart mobility features will be incorporated towards the integration of metro, BRT, and multimodal transport centers. There will be energy-saving structures that will promote utilizing solar energy, rainwater harvesting, and green roofs. In addition, the zone will also be constructed to resist seismic movements and extreme weather conditions, providing natural disaster resilience.
Final Remarks: Business and Administration Dholera in the Future
This City Centre Zone within Dholera SIR will be developed as the financial, cultural, and administrative core of the first smart city of India. This zone aiming towards futuristic infrastructure facilities, high-rise commercial buildings, and eco-friendly sustainable development, is expected to enhance the economy and investment prospects along with international business collaborations. The City Center of Dholera will represent modern urban areas as they grow while Dholera builds and will set the standard for intelligent urbanization and governance in India.
