The design life of any residential or industrial structure is 50 years. However due to adverse environmental conditions and insufficient maintenance, many buildings start showing signs of disintegration much before its design life is nearing completion.

Structural Audit consists of Visual Assessment and Non Destructive Tests. In certain cases when detailed audit is being performed, structural design of the buildings is also checked.

A structural audit conducted at regular intervals helps in assessing the condition of the building and allows the residents/owners to undertake corrective repairs in time to prevent further damage. Timely repairs enhances the life of the structure.

A structural audit conducted at regular intervals helps in assessing the condition of the building and allows the residents/owners to undertake corrective repairs in time to prevent further damage. Timely repairs enhances the life of the structure.

This is a good initiative and other major cities in India should also have similar requirements to prevent failure of buildings leading to unnecessary loss of life and property.