The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has directed Chintels India, the developer of Chintels Paradiso society in Sector 109, to conduct another structural audit of tower A within 30 days. This decision comes after a recent report by IIT-Delhi highlighted signs of deterioration in the tower. The audit aims to assess the extent of corrosion and recommend rehabilitation measures to ensure resident safety. Chintels India must submit a compliance report and execute the recommendations outlined in the audit. Failure to comply may lead to legal action against the developer.Read more

The directors and senior officials of Delhi-based Ansal Housing are facing a police inquiry for alleged investor fraud. Ansal's commercial project "Ansal Hub" in Sector 83, launched in 2010, is yet to be delivered despite investors paying up to 95% of the total amount by 2015. The police registered an FIR against 12 individuals from Ansal, including its directors and key sales team members, for criminal conspiracy, breach of trust, and cheating. This case emphasizes the need for more robust regulations and transparency in the real estate industry.Read more

Investors in Gurugram are up in arms against Ninaniya Estates Limited, accusing the developer of fraud and non-completion of two projects. The protesters, mostly senior citizens, gathered outside the developer's office demanding refunds for their investments in Prism Portico and Prism Suites. Despite multiple complaints to authorities, including the police, no action has been taken. The projects, launched in 2008 and 2011 respectively, have faced significant delays, leaving investors frustrated. The lack of response from Ninaniya Estates Limited and the absence of RERA registration for the projects have further fueled the investors' anger. Justice and accountability are being demanded by the aggrieved investors.Read more

Approximately 20 residents were forced to evacuate a five-storey building in DLF 3, Haryana, after it started tilting, potentially due to nearby excavation work. The building's owner received a notice for unauthorized construction, while the owner of the adjacent plot was called upon for excavation without professional oversight. The tilted building is currently supported by cranes. Violations of building codes and illegal construction have been a recurring issue in the area, leading to concerns about safety and strain on civic infrastructure. Authorities are taking action and urging strict enforcement of regulations to prevent future violations and protect residents.Read more

The Mayfield Garden Residents Welfare Association (RWA) in Gurugram is facing legal repercussions for constructing commercial structures at a designated dispensary site. The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has issued a restoration order after the RWA failed to respond to a show-cause notice. The order mandates the removal of unauthorized structures within seven days, with potential demolition if non-compliance occurs.Read more

MCG suffered significant revenue losses of Rs 461.7 crore over a 12-year period due to the inability to collect property tax from institutional property owners. An audit revealed missing owner names in MCG's records for zones 1 and 4. The audit report highlighted the lack of effort from zonal taxation officers to locate these records. This led to a loss of property and a fire tax amounting to Rs 461.7 crore. MCG aims to recover the amount owed, but rectifying the property ID data and updating records will take time and effort.Read more

Gurugram's Aravali Biodiversity Park, recognized as an Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECM) site, is facing rampant illegal building activities. A road exceeding two kilometers from DLF 3 dissects the park, giving way to unauthorized structures and growing construction waste piles. Residents voice their frustration over the lack of government action to protect this key green zone. The Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon promises surveillance and demolition efforts in response.Read more

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) in Gurugram has requested tehsildars of all eight tehsils to share data on registries of builder floors executed after the implementation of the self-certification scheme seven months ago. The scheme allowed architects to issue occupation certificates (OCs) to buildings. However, the DTCP received information that some property owners and architects obtained registries without submitting the OC file. In response, the DTCP has circulated a standard operating procedure to issue OCs under self-certification for residential units within licensed plotted colonies.Read more

Chintels Paradiso residents are grappling with looming eviction threats as the developer allegedly demands the termination of their temporary accommodation within a week. This move comes amidst ongoing issues with structural defects that led to a major collapse in February 2022. With half of the 180 affected families yet undecided on the compensation offer, and the recent order for residents of Tower G to vacate, the crisis at the residential complex has intensified. As residents battle housing rights and safety concerns, the situation necessitates urgent attention from both the developer and authorities.Read more

In Gurugram, structural audit firms are nearing completion of visual inspections for serious construction defects in over 70 high rise societies. With 90% of the surveys complete, the district administration prepares to select 15 societies for detailed auditing based on the findings. This effort follows a tragic building collapse last year, highlighting a commitment to enhancing safety measures and addressing construction flaws across the city's residential societies.Read more

The MCG's audit revealed significant delays in processing property ID applications, taking one to two years instead of the mandated ten days. In Zone 1, 569 IDs were created out of 1,219 applications, while in Zone 4, 1,266 IDs were created out of 1,859 applications. Processing times ranged from 11 days to over two years. The report highlighted undisclosed reasons for delays and a lack of communication with rejected applicants. Measures were taken to improve service delivery. Additionally, 50,415 temporary IDs were generated, with a tax assessment of Rs 14.9 crore, of which Rs 11.3 crore was received by the ULB department.Read more

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The Union Cabinet has given its approval for the metro rail connectivity project between HUDA City Centre and Cyber City in Gurugram, aiming to enhance public transport in the national capital region. The Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation Limited (HMRTC) will undertake the 28.50-kilometer project with 27 stations. The metro trains on this line will operate at a design speed of 80 km per hour, maintaining an average speed of 34 kmph. The entire project is expected to be completed in four years.Read more

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In an escalating urban nightmare, 298 illegal colonies have sprung up across Gurgaon and neighboring areas in the past 17 years. Following a directive from the Director-General, 14 district town planners (DTPs) are under investigation for their failure to prevent these illicit settlements. The Haryana Government is now mulling over the legalization of these colonies, subject to specific criteria. As the probe continues, it highlights the enforcement inadequacies and the urgent need for more effective urban planning strategies.Read more

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In Gurugram, the Municipal Corporation (MCG) conducted correction camps to address inaccuracies in the property tax data. A survey conducted by a private organization revealed that the newly generated property IDs contained inaccurate information, causing residents to express dissatisfaction. The local government has been slow to correct the inconsistencies, leading to multiple complaints from residents who are unable to pay their property taxes. Most services for citizens, including addressing grievances and creating property IDs, have been removed from the online system, leaving the No Dues Certificate (NDC) portal as the primary channel for concerns.Read more

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In accordance with the CAQM directives, the Haryana State Pollution Control Board is undertaking a city-wide survey in Gurugram to ensure larger construction sites are adhering to mandatory dust pollution measures. Shockingly, of the estimated 3,000 sites, only 5% have registered on the government's dust pollution control portal. Sites found violating these regulations will face legal action and penalties. This initiative underscores the state's commitment to tackling pollution.Read more

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The district administration in Gurgaon, India, is facing criticism for failing to comply with an order from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to demolish illegal constructions on protected Aravali lands. Despite the NGT's directive and the presence of numerous farmhouses built illegally, construction activities continue, leading to concerns raised by environmentalists. Activists question why authorities have not taken action to enforce the NGT's orders and protect Aravalis as mandated.Read more

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Homebuyers at Tashee Capital Gateway in Gurugram protested the 13-year delay in receiving their apartments. When the project was first announced in 2010, the developer said it would be completed by 2015. In 2022, the developer was later taken over under the SWAMIH plan, but the work has moved slowly, and the developer hasn't made up the lost time compensation. Additionally, homebuyers claimed that the developer had broken H-Rera rules by altering the floor plan and turning the communal facility into a clubhouse. The essay focuses on the necessity for homeowners to take precautions against dishonest developers and guarantee the security of their investment.Read more

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Aggrieved buyers of Mahira Homes' affordable housing projects are staging an indefinite protest at Jantar Mantar, voicing their frustration over a one-year delay in handover. Approximately 5,000 homebuyers accuse HRera, DCP and other concerned authorities of failing to act against the developer's stalling tactics. The DTCP had previously revoked, then restored, the developer's license under strict conditions. However, the developer failed to resume construction. Now, they promise completion by December 2023, while their accounts remain frozen by HRera.Read more

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In a decisive move against unauthorized urban development, Gurugram's Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) demolished 18 farmhouses and a road network in six unlawful colonies. The action was taken within the Kaliyawas, Iqbalpur, and Jataula village areas, in compliance with the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975. District Town Planner Manish Yadav urged the public to avoid investing in such illegal establishments, underlining the importance of verifying land legitimacy before purchase. The crackdown underscores the DTCP's resolve in maintaining lawful urban development.Read more

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Residents in multiple areas of Gurugram are complaining about the construction of stilt plus four-floor buildings, citing noise and air pollution. They have submitted a petition urging the district administration to revoke the policy allowing such structures on residential plots. The policy is currently under review after facing protests, with a panel analysing the situation and seeking expert opinions. Concerns about population density, weakened foundations, and health hazards from construction dust have been raised. The decision on the policy's future is expected by the end of the following month.Read more