PNT Reporter

25 May 2023

A significant portion of the Aravalli terrain near Gurugram has been stripped of trees, levelled, and transformed into walled compounds, violating the Forest Conservation Act. The area, part of the Aravalli Plantation project, has been encroached upon to build farmhouses. Satellite images and eyewitness reports confirm the irreversible destruction. Activists highlight the urgent need for an Aravalli task force to protect the ecosystem, recharge groundwater, and preserve wildlife habitats. Violations underscore the importance of challenging attempts to privatize the land and emphasize its ecological significance.Read more

PNT Reporter

24 May 2023

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has issued a notice to the developer of Emerald Hills, a housing society in Gurugram, for building a commercial club on the designated site meant for a community centre. This action violates the terms of the agreement with the housing society, and the DTCP has instructed the developer to remove the unauthorized club and provide a response within a specified timeframe. Failure to comply may result in legal action under the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act 1975. The residents are seeking the restoration of the community centre for their continued enjoyment.Read more

PNT Reporter

19 May 2023

Greater Noida is grappling with a backlog of registrations for approximately 4,000 flats across 20 projects, despite developers clearing dues and acquiring necessary approvals. The Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) has cautioned developers under the UP-Rera Act and issued a public notice outlining registration requirements. Reasons for the delay include developers' negligence, payment disputes with homeowners, and unsold flats. Officials and developers assure that they are working diligently to expedite the process and anticipate resolution within a month.Read more

PNT Reporter

18 May 2023

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has sealed five residential buildings in Gurugram for violating building norms, including three in DLF 1 and 2 and two in South City 2. An office in the parking lot of an affordable housing project was also sealed. The violators had carried out unauthorized construction in the buildings after procuring occupation certificates from the department. The action was taken on the basis of complaints filed on the CM's online complaint window. The DTCP's enforcement team carried out the sealing drive after issuing show cause notices and restoration orders in all cases.Read more

PNT Reporter

12 May 2023

Gurugram's infrastructure is under immense pressure as over 20,000 new builder-floors have been constructed since 2017, following the Haryana government's allowance of stilt plus four floors. The city's infrastructure, initially designed for two and a half floors per plot, now faces issues such as water supply problems, broken roads, and power outages. Despite government assurances, residents demand a halt to the registration of fourth floors and call for infrastructure upgrades to manage the strain on civic amenities.Read more

PNT Reporter

11 May 2023

Senior Town Planner Sanjeev Mann has called on the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) to revise the payment plan for Mahira Homes in Gurugram's Sector 104, linking it to construction progress rather than a predetermined timeline. The request comes after homebuyers raised concerns about the stalled project and lack of construction progress. Mann's proposal aims to safeguard buyers' interests while pressuring the developer to prioritize the project's timely completion. The DTCP's response to these recommendations will play a crucial role in addressing the concerns of homebuyers and ensuring transparency and accountability in the real estate sector.Read more

PNT Reporter

11 May 2023

Gurugram officials have taken action against building code violations, sealing two residential properties in DLF 1 and an unauthorized office in Palm Springs Plaza's basement. The properties had breached provisions of the occupation certificate and Haryana Building Code, leading the Department of Town and Country Planning to enforce the closures. The crackdown emphasizes the local government's dedication to upholding regulations and maintaining a safe living and working environment, as Gurugram continues to grow and develop.Read more

PNT Reporter

11 May 2023

Residents of Gurugram's Chintels Paradiso, where two people perished in a building collapse last year, are requesting changes to the developer's compensation offer. Homeowners have two alternatives from Chintels India: a buyback offer or renovation, however the latter option has drawn criticism from locals because it entails paying an extra Rs 1,000 per square foot to the developer. Additionally, they are demanding that rent be paid up until the time that their apartments are rebuilt, and that the construction be completed within a certain amount of time.Read more

PNT Reporter

09 May 2023

Private developers of eight colonies in Gurugram have been instructed to deposit Rs 75.8 crore for deficient infrastructure costs to continue development, after the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) took over the colonies last year. The developers have demanded a re-evaluation of the deficient infrastructure cost, and the MCG commissioner has sanctioned the creation of a committee to re-evaluate the estimates of deficient infrastructure. Meanwhile, the residents of Mayfield Gardens are suffering due to the delay in the matter by MCG.Read more

PNT Reporter

28 Apr 2023

Smartworld Developers Pvt. Ltd, based in Gurgaon, plans to invest Rs 3300 crore in FY24 to build three projects totalling 11.5 million square feet. The company is expanding to Noida and Bengaluru and aims to reach a sales target of Rs 7,000 crores in FY23-24. The company has received funding from Motilal Oswal and previously from Piramal Group and IIFL. Smartworld Developers is known for developing high-end residential and commercial properties and has earned a reputation for delivering projects on time and to the highest quality standards.Read more

PNT Reporter

28 Apr 2023

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has revised its policy to encourage the construction of low-density and eco-friendly farmhouse colonies on agricultural land. The new policy allows developers to apply for a license for any agricultural land within the city's master plan and caps the number of residents at 25 per acre. To promote eco-friendliness, colonies would need to install solar plants, stormwater recycling systems, sewage treatment plants, waste management facilities, and biodegradable waste recycling facilities.Read more

PNT Reporter

27 Apr 2023

The developer of Malibu Towne and five other companies have been booked for unauthorized construction and encroachment on public land. The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) urged the police commissioner to register an FIR against the companies, which was filed under sections 10(2) and 3 of the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975. The alleged crime came to light after a resident filed a complaint. Restoration orders were passed in March 2023 for the unauthorized construction, and the developer's reply to the notice was found unsatisfactory.Read more

PNT Reporter

21 Apr 2023

Gurugram's Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) and the police demolished a warehouse, a concrete plant, and a transport office in an unauthorized colony earlier this week. The structures, spread over five acres, were built without necessary permissions and violated building norms. Authorities urged residents not to invest in such illegal colonies and to consult the District Town Planner's office before buying land or plots. The demolition serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to building regulations and investing in legal properties to ensure residents' safety and well-planned urban development.Read more

PNT Reporter

21 Apr 2023

Earlier this week, residents of Adani Oyster Grande in Sector 102, Gurugram took to the streets to protest the builder’s apathy towards maintenance of their residential complex. They allege that despite collecting a hefty fee from them, the builder is no maintaining common areas such as roads and parks properly. Even the sewage treatment plant is not working correctly. They are demanding that the builder hand over the maintenance corpus to the RWA. An official spokesperson of the builder has denied all allegations, claiming that the residents and RWA have not even lodged an official complaint about the same.Read more

PNT Reporter

20 Apr 2023

The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has formed 16 teams to investigate tax evasion by properties that have changed their use from commercial to residential, industrial, or institutional. The teams will verify if property categories were changed correctly and submit a report by April 30. The MCG will also inspect public parking sites charging fees from residents, and officials will randomly check 5% of properties to verify the cases. The investigation is vital to prevent revenue loss for the MCG, and the MCG aims to maintain a steady source of revenue.Read more

PNT Reporter

18 Apr 2023

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) in Gurgaon has started a drone survey in sectors 1 to 80 to identify infrastructure deficiencies and unauthorised constructions in licensed colonies. The survey will also keep a check on any violation of norms and record stilt plus four floor buildings in these sectors. The data collected through this survey will be used to prepare an action plan and to identify issues related to infrastructure upgrade and encroachment on public spaces and government land.Read more

PNT Reporter

18 Apr 2023

The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has issued show-cause notices to the structural engineer, architects, and others involved in the Chintels Paradiso residential society's construction in Gurugram after a fatal building collapse last year. The five individuals had certified the building's safety, but the incident has raised questions about their certifications. The DTCP has requested responses within 15 days to avoid potential blacklisting and license revocation. The incident has prompted authorities to consider stricter regulations and increased awareness of safety standards among residents.Read more

PNT Reporter

14 Apr 2023

The Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) plans to impose a 1% transfer duty on immovable properties along the 14km Southern Peripheral Road for the next three years to fund the SPR redevelopment project. Property owners and buyers would have to pay 1% of the purchase amount of a property to GMDA at the time of registration. The duty is expected to earn GMDA INR 375 crore over the next three years. GMDA may also use earnings from developing wayside amenities and ask for funds from the state finance department if needed.Read more

PNT Reporter

13 Apr 2023

The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has directed the developer of DLF 1 to 5, a licensed colony, to use only recycled water for construction activities to reduce the disruption of drinking water supply to residents. The directive comes after complaints from residents that potable water is being used for construction activities at more than 250 sites in DLF colonies and other areas in the MCG limits, with underground water being extracted illegally. The MCG has set up 41 sewage treatment plants in the city, and recycled water can be taken from these locations or from plants set up by GMDA for construction uses.Read more

PNT Reporter

13 Apr 2023

The Haryana government has raised circle rates by up to 30% in Gurugram's prime real estate areas, including those near the Southern Peripheral Road, Golf Course Road, and Dwarka Expressway. While the increase is not expected to impact premium property prices, it may lead to higher registry costs for homebuyers. Property dealers have voiced concerns about the revision, especially given the real estate market's struggles during the pandemic. The revised rates may also affect loans extended by banks for property purchases, potentially creating further challenges for homebuyers seeking financial assistance.Read more