News articles tagged Housing Policy

BMC, Mhada must act responsibly: Bombay HC

Bombay High Court directs BMC and MHADA to take responsibility for dilapidated buildings, amidst rising building collapse incidents.

Redevelopment may take place in Mhada

MHADA plans to redevelop Motilal Nagar Housing Colony in Goregaon, offering 600 sq ft flats to existing residents and constructing 32,000 additional affordable units.

New Housing Policy Likely For Urban Areas in Gujarat

Gujarat's state government will launch a comprehensive new housing policy aimed at urban areas, including slum rehabilitation and affordable housing development within a month.

Mumbai Real Estate Builders Support MIDC Policy

MIDC's new industrial policy allows 40% of SEZ land for residential projects, potentially generating ₹3.08 lakh Cr in revenue and boosting industry growth in Mumbai.

Real Estate Township Projects Sees Light Again in W.B.

West Bengal government plans to allow real estate builders to resume construction of townships after a six-month halt. The state may grant 14Y clearance for projects if 51% is set aside for commercial purposes.

Realtors upset with the policies of Bhubaneswar Development Authority.

CREDAI criticizes BDA's redefined "apartment" and "group housing," citing vagueness and potential harassment for homeowners in Bhubaneswar.

Lalit Kumar Jain: Bihar is better than Maharashtra for builders.

CREDAI president Lalit Kumar Jain highlights Bihar's efficient real estate approvals, contrasting it with Maharashtra's slower system. He discusses challenges like approval delays and the 20% EWS reservation policy.

Affordable Housing Policy to be implemented by the State Government from 15th April.

The state government will implement its affordable housing policy on April 15, requiring builders to reserve 20% of land for small-sized housing, despite some reservations.

Housing trust members threaten to go on hunger strike

Activists demand the implementation of a 1983 government rule allowing affordable group housing by providing land at low rates. Over 3,900 applications are pending.

MMRDA Plans 5 Lakh Homes

MMRDA plans to build 5 lakh affordable rental houses in Mumbai Metropolitan Region over 5 years, targeting migrants and low-income groups.