On 26 November 2024, the Urban Development Department (UDD) issued a notice under the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning (MRTP) Act, 1966, regarding the modification of Regulation 7.4.2 (iii) of the Maharashtra Unified Development Control and Promotion Regulations (UDCPR). This regulation pertains to the development and redevelopment of housing schemes by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA).
Existing Provision Under Regulation 7.4.2 (iii)
Under the current provisions of Regulation 7.4.2 (iii), plots with an area of up to 4000 square meters were permitted to receive an additional Built-Up Area (BUA) of up to 3.00 FSI (Floor Space Index) above the existing BUA. However, this additional area could only be granted if a premium was paid, calculated based on the Annual Statement of Rates (ASR), which is defined in Table C1 of the regulations. Importantly, MHADA did not require its share in the form of built-up area in such cases.
The proposal, presented by the Vice President and CEO of MHADA, recommends a modification to this existing provision. The modification, as outlined in the notice, retains the core structure of the provision but emphasizes that this change is being introduced in the public interest. The core change in the modification appears to maintain the original allowances and conditions, but it acknowledges that this alteration could benefit the overall redevelopment process in Maharashtra, particularly in urban areas where space is limited.
The modified provision still allows plots up to 4000 square meters to receive additional BUA above the existing FSI, provided the developer pays the required premium according to the ASR percentage rate in Table C1. The proposed changes appear to focus on streamlining the process and increasing flexibility in how MHADA manages urban redevelopment projects.
The government’s aim behind this modification is to improve the development and redevelopment of housing schemes under MHADA. By modifying Regulation 7.4.2 (iii), the government believes it can expedite the process of increasing available built-up area without requiring MHADA’s share in the form of additional BUA, thus encouraging faster urban renewal and development in growing areas.
Conclusion
The proposed changes to Regulation 7.4.2 (iii) of the UDCPR represent a significant shift in how MHADA handles housing schemes. The government’s aim is to provide more flexibility in urban redevelopment projects, potentially benefiting developers and residents alike. This modification is expected to facilitate increased urban growth, particularly in areas facing a shortage of housing space.
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