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The Maharashtra government plans to amend the Slum Act, making it easier for the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) to collect transit rent directly from developers. This move aims to address developers defaulting on payments, which leaves slum dwellers in limbo and stalls redevelopment projects. The proposed amendment will empower SRA to collect unpaid rent and recover it from developers' transferrable development rights or other benefits. This is part of a broader effort to expedite slum rehabilitation, protect residents' rights, and hold developers accountable.
The Maharashtra government is considering an amendment to the Slum Rehabilitation Act. This proposal is expected to be placed in the upcoming monsoon session of the state legislature. It aims to address issues related to the collection of transit rent from developers, impacting slum redevelopment projects across Maharashtra by empowering the Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) to directly manage these payments. Advertisement
Transit rent is a payment made by developers to slum dwellers for temporary accommodation while their original structures are demolished and new ones are built under redevelopment schemes. A key challenge has been developers defaulting on these transit rent payments. This often leaves slum dwellers in limbo and can stall projects.
Reports indicate that around 400-500 projects are currently stuck due to developers' failure to pay transit rent, leading to residents refusing to vacate and impeding redevelopment progress. The proposed amendment aims to empower the SRA to collect unpaid transit rent directly from developers.
Once collected, the SRA will deposit the amount into the residents' bank accounts. To recover these funds, the SRA will adjust the amount against the developer's transferrable development rights (TDR) or other financial benefits. This mechanism aims to ensure a transparent and timely disbursement of transit rent. The amendment also seeks to penalize developers who do not pay transit rent by blacklisting them. This aims to ensure developers prioritize residents' welfare.
Chief Minister Shri Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Housing Minister Shri Atul Save, and Minister Deepak Kesarkar have all reportedly stated the government's determination to complete stalled projects and protect slum dwellers' rights. This initiative is part of broader efforts to streamline slum rehabilitation.
Slum redevelopment is a crucial aspect of urban development in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra, aiming to provide better housing and improve urban infrastructure. Ensuring timely transit rent payments is fundamental for the social and financial well-being of residents displaced during redevelopment.
Source: PTI
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