Issuance of Revised Fire Safety Recommendation (RFSR)
Fire safety compliance is a crucial step for any residential, commercial, or industrial property. To ensure buildings meet the required fire protection standards, the Revised Fire Safety Recommendation (RFSR) must be obtained from the concerned authority.
This blog outlines the eligibility criteria, required documents, and payment structure for securing an RFSR.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Any person who wishes to avail a Revised Fire Safety Recommendation for their property—whether residential, commercial, or industrial—can submit an application.
📑 Required Documents for RFSR
To apply for a Revised Fire Safety Recommendation, the following documents must be submitted:
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Key Location Plan (1:4000)*
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Site Plan (1:600)*
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Section Elevation Plan*
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Typical Building Plan*
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Structured Drawings*
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Roof Plan (1:100)*
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F.A.R. calculation with area details*
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F.A.R. calculation for parking area*
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Area Statement*
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Other supporting documents such as:
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Applicant’s Proof of Identity (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID)
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Proof of Power of Attorney*
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Copy of Last FSR / RFSR issued by the Department*
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Master Plan Drawing*
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Floor Plan (1:100)*
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Legal Ownership Document / Registered Deed*
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Building Completion Certificate*
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PAN Card of the Firm and Owner(s)
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Previous RFSR (if applicable)
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(Note: Documents marked with an asterisk are mandatory.)
💰 Payment Requirement (Fee Structure)
The fees for Revised Fire Safety Recommendation depend on the category of building:
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Category A – Residential buildings above 14.5m height, educational institutions, dharamshalas, libraries, museums, art galleries
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Fee: ₹4.35 per sq. m of floor area
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Category B – Hospitals, nursing homes, research centres, telephone exchanges, guest houses, hotels (up to 3-star), restaurants without bar, decorators, laboratories
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Fee: ₹6.52 per sq. m of floor area
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Category C – Ports, airports, public entertainment places, restaurants with bar, shopping complexes, offices, markets, automobile workshops, power centres, underground structures, hotels above 3-star, covered parking
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Fee: ₹8.70 per sq. m of floor area
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Category D – Hazardous units such as firework manufacturing, explosives storage, oil refineries, petrochemicals, underground transit systems
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Fee: ₹13.05 per sq. m of floor area
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📌 Important Notes
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The floor area is calculated by multiplying the length and breadth of all floors of the building.
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For mixed occupancy buildings, the category will be decided based on the type that occupies more than 50% of the total area. The fee will be calculated accordingly.
🔑 Conclusion
The issuance of a Revised Fire Safety Recommendation (RFSR) is essential for ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations and safeguarding lives and property. By preparing the necessary documents and understanding the applicable fees, applicants can streamline the approval process for their residential, commercial, or industrial properties.