The Borivli RTO has been renting premises at Kandarpada, Dahisar West since April 15, 2015. The lease expired March 31, 2025. A proposal to rent 12,300 sq ft of MTNL space near Dahisar check naka received administrative and financial approval on December 5, 2025, with approved monthly rent of Rs 26.58 lakh. MTNL's April 2026 decision to auction properties nationwide stalled this plan.

The RTO currently conducts driving licence and vehicle fitness tests on the road behind the office, a residential area raising safety concerns for residents and road users. The prescribed requirement is 11–12 acres for separate driving and fitness test tracks plus office facilities.

The search has widened to Kandivli, Dahisar, Gorai and other areas within three to four kilometres of existing premises. A four-acre Aarey site was identified but deemed too small and lacked Forest Department construction permission. Officials seek a single location accommodating office, driving test track and vehicle fitness track.

The Airports Authority of India's high-frequency radar at Dahisar will be relocated to Gorai, unlocking approximately 1,000 acres spread over 6 km for housing projects in north Mumbai. Radar installations at Dahisar and Juhu currently restrict building heights, stalling urban development and redevelopment projects. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said the ministry will seek cabinet approval for relocation to enable construction to start at the earliest. The decision followed meetings involving the civil aviation ministry, Maharashtra government, and other stakeholders. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed the state government decided to shift high-frequency radar centres from Dahisar and Juhu to alternative sites. The Centre and AAI agreed to the Dahisar relocation, with Maharashtra conveying willingness to bear relocation costs and provide alternative land. Land at Gorai will be transferred free of cost to the Centre; 40% of AAI land at Dahisar will be used for public purposes. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, representing North Mumbai, estimated 50,000 houses could be constructed or redeveloped over five years, generating employment. For Juhu, the government suggested an alternative site to AAI for technical evaluation; approval for shifting the Juhu radar will begin after technical study and site finalisation.

A 235 sq ft studio apartment in Dahisar West recently sold for ₹62 lakh at ₹26,000 per sq ft. Other recent transactions: Dadar, 160 sq ft for ₹49 lakh at ₹30,000 per sq ft; eastern suburbs, 259 sq ft for ₹68 lakh at ₹26,000 per sq ft; Bandra West, 270 sq ft for ₹83 lakh at ₹30,000 per sq ft. ₹50–60 lakh now buys only 200 sq ft in Mumbai even in peripheral localities. Supply of studio apartments is extremely limited; developers often construct them to meet approval conditions for converting industrial land to residential, or as add-ons (pooja room, study, staff quarters, home office) to larger apartments. Studio apartments popular among singles and young couples seeking compact ownership. Also referenced: Abhishek Bachchan purchased six apartments in Borivali for ₹16 crore, including two measuring 252 sq ft each (1 RK apartments).

Kunal Joshi, homebuyer exploring Dahisar, northern Mumbai, finds larger apartments for same price farther from railway stations, driven by anticipated connectivity from upcoming Mumbai Coastal Road Project.

Near Dahisar and Borivali stations, 10–15 minutes away: 2BHK of 550 sq ft costs ₹1.20–1.60 crore. Beyond Link Road, closer to creek where Coastal Road expected in 7–10 years: apartments 600–650 sq ft available same price range.

Current challenges: poor road conditions, traffic congestion, travel to stations takes 15–30 minutes. Area relatively quiet at night. Developers offering more space for same price.

Mumbai's real estate market affected by infrastructure challenges. Frequent potholes, uneven roads, repeated barricading for repairs impact property values and buyer sentiment.

Major projects experienced issues: Atal Setu, Mumbai Coastal Road experienced uneven patches requiring barricading. Western Express Highway and central/western suburbs (Andheri, Ghatkopar, Kandivali) see persistent road damage, particularly monsoon season.

Palava flyover, Thane district, completed after seven-year delay, required maintenance hours after opening.

Road quality impacts home-buying decisions. Poor roads key factor for homebuyers reconsidering properties despite lower prices. End users consider both social and physical infrastructure. Segment of homebuyers prefer not to bet on future developments.

Investors bet on future developments (roads, metro). Issues due to poor execution and supervision during construction. Construction must follow specifications strictly, work not rushed. Contractors and authorities need strict oversight.