The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is contemplating a significant amendment to the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) 2034, which could allow for a 50% reduction in parking requirements for star-category hotels located within a 2-kilometer radius of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai. This proposal aims to modernize outdated parking regulations that currently calculate requirements based on total built-up area, including spaces that do not directly generate vehicular traffic, such as lobbies and banquet halls. Industry representatives, including the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Western India, argue that these norms inflate construction costs and are misaligned with evolving urban mobility trends, which see increased reliance on public transport and app-based services. However, the proposal has drawn criticism from legal experts who caution that relaxing parking norms could lead to increased traffic congestion, especially during peak airport traffic and events. They also highlight potential environmental concerns regarding urban carrying capacity and the need for credible impact assessments. The BMC's proposal is expected to be discussed in the improvements committee next week, with public hearings to follow if approved.