This document, often referred to alongside the , provides a unified framework for:
Includes provisions for "Extra Percentages" in specific regions like hilly tracts (e.g., Yercaud, Kalrayan Hills) or major corporations (e.g., Chennai, Madurai) where labor or transport costs are higher. Integration with the Schedule of Rates (SOR)
Ensuring that every government building, from a local panchayat office to a major hospital, adheres to the same structural integrity standards. Key Components of the Data Book This document, often referred to alongside the ,
Offers a "Rough Cost Estimate" based on the total area of the building, which includes provisions for flooring, plastering, and basic amenities.
Defining precise quantities of raw materials (cement, steel, aggregate) and labor hours for specific units of work. Defining precise quantities of raw materials (cement, steel,
Breaks down the "Data" for each item of work. For example, a single cubic meter of concrete is broken into the exact weight of stone jelly, sand, and cement required.
The is the essential technical manual for civil engineers, contractors, and architects involved in public works across Tamil Nadu. It serves as the primary reference for material quantities, labor requirements, and construction methodologies required to execute standardized infrastructure projects. Core Purpose and Importance The is the essential technical manual for civil
Setting the benchmarks for construction safety and material standards, such as aggregate grading and concrete mix designs (M-20, M-25, M-30).
The book is structured to guide a project from site preparation to final finishing: