How to buy an earthquake-proof flat in Jaipur

Earthquake is one of the worst natural calamities that cause massive deaths and destruction. As per the National Centre for Seismology, Jaipur is under zone II, which is classified as the low damage risk zone. But in the past, we have seen many instances, when the earthquake-affected even the low-risk zones. Therefore, to prevent any causality in the unforeseeable future, we should live in an earthquake-resistant house. In this write-up, we have shares some practical tips to buy an earthquake-resistant flat in Jaipur.

1) Check the property’s details- To find out whether you are investing in an earthquake-resistant building, you should read the property’ brochure and website. If the builder has not mentioned this anywhere, chances are less that the building will be earth-quake resistant. But still, you can ask about this to the builder. As per new norms, every multi-story building has to be made earth-quake resistant, and reputed builders follow this norm.

2) Inspect the structure of the house- While many builders claim to provide earth-quake resistant building, you should not trust any claim without inspecting the property well. Diaphragms, shear walls, cross-bracing, trusses, and moment-resisting frames are the various components of an earthquake-resistant building. Being a common man, analyzing all these components can be difficult. Therefore, you should hire a civil engineer for this purpose.

3) Check whether the building is RERA-approved- If you are investing in an under-construction property, then it must be RERA-approved. RERA has made it mandatory for builders to present the detailed building plan to homebuyers. And, they need to stick to the original building plan at any cost.

Conclusion: – With the above-mentioned tips, you can find an earthquake-resistant flat in Jaipur. If you are not sure whether the building is earthquake resistant, then do not invest in it. After all, buying a house requires huge expenditure. So, it should ensure your family’s safety for the rest of life.

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