Challenges Persist in Regularizing Unauthorised Colonies in Delhi
Delhi: Complexity stalls push for colony regularisation
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The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has initiated a process to regularize properties in 1,511 unauthorised colonies through an online portal, but the procedure is hindered by high costs and complex requirements. As of April 26, only 80 applications have been approved, highlighting the difficulties faced by residents.
- 01MCD's online portal aims to regularize properties in 1,511 unauthorised colonies.
- 02High penal floor area ratio (FAR) charges and extensive documentation complicate the process.
- 03Only 80 out of hundreds of applications have been approved, indicating a high rejection rate.
- 04Many residents find the costs and requirements unaffordable, particularly those with low incomes.
- 05The policy may overlook the reality of commercial activities in these colonies.
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The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has launched an online portal to regularize properties in 1,511 unauthorised colonies. However, the process is proving to be cumbersome due to high penal floor area ratio (FAR) charges and extensive documentation requirements. As of April 26, only 80 applications have been approved, while 153 have been rejected and around 185 are pending. The MCD mandates that building plans be prepared by registered architects, and structural stability certificates be issued by empanelled engineers. The penal charges for excess FAR can reach about ₹11,000 per square meter (approximately $132 USD), which many residents find unaffordable. Critics argue that the policy does not account for the significant commercial activities present in these unauthorised colonies. A timeline has been set for the regularization process, but the lack of physical verification raises concerns about the accuracy of the data being used.
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The regularization process could significantly affect residents of unauthorised colonies, many of whom may struggle to afford the associated costs.
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