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Senior Town Planner Sanjeev Mann has called on the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) to revise the payment plan for Mahira Homes in Gurugram's Sector 104, linking it to construction progress rather than a predetermined timeline. The request comes after homebuyers raised concerns about the stalled project and lack of construction progress. Mann's proposal aims to safeguard buyers' interests while pressuring the developer to prioritize the project's timely completion. The DTCP's response to these recommendations will play a crucial role in addressing the concerns of homebuyers and ensuring transparency and accountability in the real estate sector.Read more
Gurugram officials have taken action against building code violations, sealing two residential properties in DLF 1 and an unauthorized office in Palm Springs Plaza's basement. The properties had breached provisions of the occupation certificate and Haryana Building Code, leading the Department of Town and Country Planning to enforce the closures. The crackdown emphasizes the local government's dedication to upholding regulations and maintaining a safe living and working environment, as Gurugram continues to grow and develop.Read more
Residents of Gurugram's Chintels Paradiso, where two people perished in a building collapse last year, are requesting changes to the developer's compensation offer. Homeowners have two alternatives from Chintels India: a buyback offer or renovation, however the latter option has drawn criticism from locals because it entails paying an extra Rs 1,000 per square foot to the developer. Additionally, they are demanding that rent be paid up until the time that their apartments are rebuilt, and that the construction be completed within a certain amount of time.Read more
Private developers of eight colonies in Gurugram have been instructed to deposit Rs 75.8 crore for deficient infrastructure costs to continue development, after the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) took over the colonies last year. The developers have demanded a re-evaluation of the deficient infrastructure cost, and the MCG commissioner has sanctioned the creation of a committee to re-evaluate the estimates of deficient infrastructure. Meanwhile, the residents of Mayfield Gardens are suffering due to the delay in the matter by MCG.Read more
Smartworld Developers Pvt. Ltd, based in Gurgaon, plans to invest Rs 3300 crore in FY24 to build three projects totalling 11.5 million square feet. The company is expanding to Noida and Bengaluru and aims to reach a sales target of Rs 7,000 crores in FY23-24. The company has received funding from Motilal Oswal and previously from Piramal Group and IIFL. Smartworld Developers is known for developing high-end residential and commercial properties and has earned a reputation for delivering projects on time and to the highest quality standards.Read more
The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has revised its policy to encourage the construction of low-density and eco-friendly farmhouse colonies on agricultural land. The new policy allows developers to apply for a license for any agricultural land within the city's master plan and caps the number of residents at 25 per acre. To promote eco-friendliness, colonies would need to install solar plants, stormwater recycling systems, sewage treatment plants, waste management facilities, and biodegradable waste recycling facilities.Read more
The developer of Malibu Towne and five other companies have been booked for unauthorized construction and encroachment on public land. The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) urged the police commissioner to register an FIR against the companies, which was filed under sections 10(2) and 3 of the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975. The alleged crime came to light after a resident filed a complaint. Restoration orders were passed in March 2023 for the unauthorized construction, and the developer's reply to the notice was found unsatisfactory.Read more
Gurugram's Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) and the police demolished a warehouse, a concrete plant, and a transport office in an unauthorized colony earlier this week. The structures, spread over five acres, were built without necessary permissions and violated building norms. Authorities urged residents not to invest in such illegal colonies and to consult the District Town Planner's office before buying land or plots. The demolition serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to building regulations and investing in legal properties to ensure residents' safety and well-planned urban development.Read more
Earlier this week, residents of Adani Oyster Grande in Sector 102, Gurugram took to the streets to protest the builder’s apathy towards maintenance of their residential complex. They allege that despite collecting a hefty fee from them, the builder is no maintaining common areas such as roads and parks properly. Even the sewage treatment plant is not working correctly. They are demanding that the builder hand over the maintenance corpus to the RWA. An official spokesperson of the builder has denied all allegations, claiming that the residents and RWA have not even lodged an official complaint about the same.Read more
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has formed 16 teams to investigate tax evasion by properties that have changed their use from commercial to residential, industrial, or institutional. The teams will verify if property categories were changed correctly and submit a report by April 30. The MCG will also inspect public parking sites charging fees from residents, and officials will randomly check 5% of properties to verify the cases. The investigation is vital to prevent revenue loss for the MCG, and the MCG aims to maintain a steady source of revenue.Read more
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The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) in Gurgaon has started a drone survey in sectors 1 to 80 to identify infrastructure deficiencies and unauthorised constructions in licensed colonies. The survey will also keep a check on any violation of norms and record stilt plus four floor buildings in these sectors. The data collected through this survey will be used to prepare an action plan and to identify issues related to infrastructure upgrade and encroachment on public spaces and government land.Read more
The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has issued show-cause notices to the structural engineer, architects, and others involved in the Chintels Paradiso residential society's construction in Gurugram after a fatal building collapse last year. The five individuals had certified the building's safety, but the incident has raised questions about their certifications. The DTCP has requested responses within 15 days to avoid potential blacklisting and license revocation. The incident has prompted authorities to consider stricter regulations and increased awareness of safety standards among residents.Read more
The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) plans to impose a 1% transfer duty on immovable properties along the 14km Southern Peripheral Road for the next three years to fund the SPR redevelopment project. Property owners and buyers would have to pay 1% of the purchase amount of a property to GMDA at the time of registration. The duty is expected to earn GMDA INR 375 crore over the next three years. GMDA may also use earnings from developing wayside amenities and ask for funds from the state finance department if needed.Read more
The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has directed the developer of DLF 1 to 5, a licensed colony, to use only recycled water for construction activities to reduce the disruption of drinking water supply to residents. The directive comes after complaints from residents that potable water is being used for construction activities at more than 250 sites in DLF colonies and other areas in the MCG limits, with underground water being extracted illegally. The MCG has set up 41 sewage treatment plants in the city, and recycled water can be taken from these locations or from plants set up by GMDA for construction uses.Read more
The Haryana government has raised circle rates by up to 30% in Gurugram's prime real estate areas, including those near the Southern Peripheral Road, Golf Course Road, and Dwarka Expressway. While the increase is not expected to impact premium property prices, it may lead to higher registry costs for homebuyers. Property dealers have voiced concerns about the revision, especially given the real estate market's struggles during the pandemic. The revised rates may also affect loans extended by banks for property purchases, potentially creating further challenges for homebuyers seeking financial assistance.Read more
Representatives of several Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) in Gurugram strongly opposed the construction of stilt plus four floors, stating that it will only put additional burden on the already crippled infrastructure of the city. The RWAs demanded a complete ban on stilt plus four floors and highlighted the problem of increased floor area ratio (FAR). They claimed that the policy of stilt plus four floors is a breach of residents' trust, and the low-height houses are deprived of free flow of air and sunlight. The government had kept the fresh building plan of stilt plus four floors in residential plots in abeyance in February.Read more
Gurugram's DLF colonies are experiencing a surge in unauthorized commercial operations, negatively impacting infrastructure, and residents' quality of life. The developer has submitted a list of 742 illegal establishments in DLF 1 to 4 to the Department of Town and Country Planning, urging action against property owners. The department has formed a team to conduct surveys and issue notices to violators. Collaboration between local government, enforcement agencies, and stakeholders is necessary to develop comprehensive solutions, such as stricter monitoring, improved infrastructure, and rezoning plans, to address the issue.Read more
Residents of Malibu Towne in Gurgaon, India, have taken to the streets to protest a blanket ban on the registration of properties in the township. The ban was imposed in December 2022 by the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB), following a complaint by an RTI activist and resident of the colony, Raman Sharma. The HSPCB issued a closure notice to the developer, alleging that environmental norms were violated during the construction of the township.Read more
Gurugram based Chintels, who is the developer of the apartment building Paradiso, has sent a letter expressing his exasperation to the district administration after a fourth reevaluation of flats in Tower D took place. The evaluations are being done to compensate the residents previously living in Tower D which was declared unable to live in following a structural audit conducted by IIT-Delhi. The developer initially offered Rs 5,500 per sq ft as compensation. However, the residents have rejected this rate and subsequent evaluations by the district administration’s team.Read more
Earlier this week, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) logged an FIR against Ashok Saloman, Managing Director of Chintels Group in a case concerning the partial collapse of the Chintels Paradiso apartment complex in Gurugram last year that claimed the lives of two women. The husband of one of the deceased women, who was also severely injured in the accident, filled cases against the developer under IPC sections 304-A and 420. In December 2021, the Gurugram Police arrested Mr Amit Austin, the proprietor of Manish Switchgear and Construction, the company commissioned to conduct the repair work of the building after a magisterial inquiry found that the retrofitting in Flat D603 was the key trigger for the collapse.Read more
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