India • Gujarat
Site analysis in Ahmedabad
An introduction to site analysis in Ahmedabad, covering planning context, common constraints, climate, terrain and transport. Use this city overview to identify what needs checking at the specific site.
Use this overview to plan your research. Verify current requirements and site-specific conditions against the relevant primary sources. Read our data sources, coverage and limits guide.
Planning regime
Ahmedabad Development Plan 2021 (revising 2041) + GDCR + GTPUDA
Key constraints
- Historic City of Ahmadabad UNESCO WHS (walled city)
- Sabarmati riverfront
- Heritage pol urban morphology
- Seismic zone III
Climate context
BSh hot semi-arid. 3140 hrs sunshine. 800mm rainfall.
Topography
Sabarmati river plain 53m AOD, mostly flat.
Transport spine
Ahmedabad Metro 2 lines, Janmarg BRTS (India's first), AMTS bus.
Building height context
GIFT One/Two 122m. Heritage walled city strict 2-3 storey pol fabric. SG Highway corridor 15-25 storeys.
Notable recent projects
- GIFT City IFSC
- Sabarmati Riverfront
- Dholera SIR smart city
- Motera SVPS Cricket Stadium district
Questions
What planning policies apply in Ahmedabad?
Ahmedabad Development Plan 2021 (revising 2041) + GDCR + GTPUDA
What are the most common site constraints in Ahmedabad?
Historic City of Ahmadabad UNESCO WHS (walled city). Sabarmati riverfront. Heritage pol urban morphology. Seismic zone III.
Can Atlasly run a site analysis in Ahmedabad?
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