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The Supreme Court has allowed a petitioner to seek interim relief from the Punjab and Haryana High Court regarding Haryana's stilt-plus-four (S+4) floor construction policy. The policy, which permits four-floor residential buildings, has faced opposition due to concerns about infrastructure and environmental impacts in Gurgaon. The High Court had previously rejected the plea, but the SC's ruling enables the petitioner to press for relief in the upcoming hearings. The policy's approval has sparked debate over its timing and potential effects.
The Andhra Pradesh government has established District Level Allotment Committees (DLACs) to streamline land allocation for economically disadvantaged sections of society. The initiative aims to ensure fair and transparent distribution of land to the underprivileged, particularly those in need of housing. The DLACs will oversee the identification and distribution of land for housing purposes, aligning with the state's objective of providing secure living spaces to low-income families. This initiative forms a key part of the government's broader plan to uplift marginalized communities and promote equitable development.
Starting this month, the Goa police will implement an online tenant verification system to enhance security and streamline the process. This initiative aims to reduce the paperwork and manual checks currently involved in tenant registrations. By shifting to a digital platform, authorities expect to speed up background checks and improve overall compliance. The move will make the process more efficient for property owners and tenants alike while enhancing safety and ensuring timely verification. Digitization is a step towards modernizing policing systems in Goa, focusing on convenience and security.
The Raipur Municipal Corporation has proposed an INR 1,529.53 crore budget for 2024-26, prioritizing urban development. Key initiatives include the construction of women's hostels, a Divyang Park, and infrastructure upgrades. The budget allocates funds for public safety, welfare schemes, and social services, with capital expenditure set at INR 789.89 crore. The proposals aim to enhance sanitation, employment, and the city's overall infrastructure, supporting women's empowerment and community development.
The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has reviewed the progress of its town planning (TP) schemes across nine revenue villages, with notable developments including 60 km of embankment roads and 64.9 km of drainage work. BDA is focusing on expanding infrastructure through 14 new TP schemes and ensuring planned development with utilities. The BDA aims to complete 45 TP schemes along a 64.9 km ring road, advancing the city's urban growth while addressing landowner concerns through ongoing hearings.
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The Enforcement Directorate has attached assets worth INR 94.82 crore in a money laundering investigation against Sidharth Chauhan, promoter of Sidhartha Buildhome Pvt. Ltd. (SBPL), following complaints from over 950 homebuyers. The allegations claim the company failed to deliver homes on time after collecting INR 520 crore. Chauhan allegedly diverted funds to other ventures, instead of completing the promised properties. The assets include land and buildings in Gurugram. The ED's action is part of a broader probe based on complaints filed by the Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing.
Odisha Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi has announced plans to amend the Odisha Government Land Settlement Rules, 2020, to enhance transparency in land allotment processes. This decision comes amid rapid development in Bhubaneswar and rising land prices, which have led to increased encroachments. The government is actively identifying and expediting the eviction of encroachments through the Central Enforcement Monitoring Committee, with a budget allocation of INR 10.88 crore for constructing boundary walls to safeguard government properties.
The Bombay High Court has set aside the Thane district deputy registrar's decision rejecting deemed conveyance for four housing societies due to incomplete layout development. Justice Sandeep Marne ruled that pending development cannot be a reason to deny applications if an occupation certificate has been issued. The court highlighted procedural shortcomings, such as illegible sanctioned plans and discrepancies in area certificates, allowing petitioners and developers to submit fresh documents. The case has been remanded for reconsideration, ensuring fair evaluation under Maharashtra Ownership Flats Act provisions.
The Maharashtra government has amended DCPR-2034 to allow the use of Transferable Development Rights (TDR) for redevelopment in Mumbai's airport funnel zone, which includes Santacruz, Vile Parle, and Kurla. Due to aviation height restrictions, developers in these areas struggled to fully utilize permissible FSI, making redevelopment unviable. The new rule permits TDR equal to the existing or basic carpet area-whichever is higher-offering developers flexibility to build within limits and transfer excess rights elsewhere. The change aims to modernize aging structures while ensuring aviation safety. Similar models have been used globally, such as Oslo's redevelopment of Fornebu Airport into a sustainable urban hub.Read more
The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has approved freehold ownership for over 4,000 rented properties in colonies like Nirala Nagar and Rajendra Nagar, granting rights to original tenants or current occupants if heirs are absent. The move aims to resolve long-standing tenancy issues and boost property ownership. Nearly 1,500 properties in Transport Nagar will also be converted to freehold, with penalties for land-use violations. LDA also launched a discount scheme offering 3-6% off for lump sum payments made within 45-90 days. This initiative is expected to enhance legal clarity, attract investment, and strengthen Lucknow's real estate market by encouraging stable, long-term ownership and improving buyer confidence.Read more
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