The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has eased the norms for the redevelopment of old dilapidated buildings in the metropolis. The civic body issued new guidelines in the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR), to … READ FULL STORY
The much-awaited Development Plan (DP) 2034 of Mumbai is a mixed bag for stakeholders, as there are some positive provisions, as well as some other areas of challenge. It is interesting to note that … READ FULL STORY
As green outdoor spaces shrink in urban areas, most home buyers now prefer to buy homes that offer ample open space and greenery within the residential complex, to enjoy the benefits of nature and … READ FULL STORY
Around half-a-dozen housing societies in Mumbai, have got the go-ahead for self-redevelopment from the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA), an official has revealed. The Mumbai District Central Cooperative Bank (MDCCB) has also … READ FULL STORY
Under a proposal, cleared by the Maharashtra cabinet on August 7, 2018, the MHADA (Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority) will form joint ventures with interested private landowners, to execute the centre’s flagship scheme, … READ FULL STORY
The burden on Mumbai’s infrastructure has become increasingly evident over the last few years, with the city witnessing floods and worsening traffic jams. With the increasing number of high-rises, the residents have been demanding … READ FULL STORY
The Maharashtra government is mulling a public-private partnership (PPP) policy, under which it plans to acquire land parcels in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) and develop low-cost homes, giving further impetus to its affordable … READ FULL STORY
After a year-long delay, the final draft of the Greater Mumbai Development Plan (DP) 2034, recently saw the light of day. The highlights were the amendments in the development control regulations (DCR) in terms … READ FULL STORY
The opposition Congress, on April 26, 2018, slammed the Mumbai Development Plan (DP) 2034, saying it was aimed at selling off the city to builders, ahead of the 2019 elections. The NCP charged that … READ FULL STORY
The Maharashtra government, on April 25, 2018, approved the Mumbai Development Plan 2034. While the real estate sector welcomed the plan, others have expressed concern over its impact on infrastructure. The research wing of … READ FULL STORY
The government’s approval, on the long-pending Mumbai Development Plan (DP) 2034, is a welcome move. The DP is likely to spur real estate activity in the city and also pave the way for the … READ FULL STORY
The shortage of affordable housing in Delhi, should be viewed within the wider context of an overall housing shortage in the country. Housing supply in urban areas has not kept pace with the additional … READ FULL STORY
The Congress’ Mumbai chief Sanjay Nirupam, in a statement issued on March 16, 2018, alleged that the rules of the Development Control Regulations were being altered, to help a lobby of builders close to … READ FULL STORY
