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The Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has issued a strict order targeting 151 apartments across three societies-Casa Riviera, KPM Terra, and Celestial Dreams-for lacking valid Building Use Certificates (BUCs). These high-rises reportedly violate safety norms and height regulations set by the Airports Authority of India (AAI), with action intensified after a recent aircraft crash in Ahmedabad. Residents have been given just three days to vacate, after which water and drainage services will be cut off. BUCs confirm a building's compliance with safety codes and approved plans, and living without one can pose legal and safety risks. The move underscores SMC's push for stricter urban safety enforcement near airport zones.
The Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has recently issued a stern order, with a tight deadline for compliance, targeting buildings in Surat lacking crucial safety compliance documents, known as Building Use Certificates (BUCs). Advertisement
The SMC's action specifically affects 151 apartments across three societies: Casa Riviera, KPM Terra, and Celestial Dreams. These multi-story buildings reportedly do not comply with various regulations, including height restrictions set by the Airports Authority of India (AAI).
This heightened scrutiny of buildings near airports follows an aircraft crash in Ahmedabad, prompting authorities to increase checks on such structures. Residents of the affected apartments have been given three days to vacate their properties, after which water and drainage services will be disconnected. Building Use Certificates are critical documents, certifying that a structure adheres to all safety norms, local bylaws, and approved plans, confirming its safety for occupation.
Authorities consistently advise against occupying properties without this certification, as it guarantees the building meets all required safety and regulatory standards. Lack of a BUC can expose residents to legal complications, safety risks, and difficulties in property resale.
This enforcement drive highlights the civic body's commitment to ensuring that all urban structures meet established safety and regulatory standards for the well-being of their occupants.
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