Maharashtra government issued clarifications to speed redevelopment of unsafe residential buildings in Navi Mumbai under Urban Renewal Scheme (URS), resolving confusion that stalled projects.

In Vashi Sector 9, CIDCO-built complexes including JAPS Cooperative Housing Society and Nakshatra Apartment contain flats under 30 sq m originally built for EWS, LIG and MIG families. Many buildings now unsafe due to ageing infrastructure and poor maintenance.

Key clarifications:

• Residents in flats under 30 sq m guaranteed minimum 37.50 sq m home after redevelopment
• Greater discretionary powers delegated to municipal commissioner or high-powered committee for site-specific decisions
• Mixed residential-commercial redevelopment permitted
• Parking norms relaxable in hardship cases
• Recreational open spaces can be provided in phases
• Mandatory 10% amenity space can be accommodated within buildings where separate plot not feasible
• Slum or unauthorised structure rules do not apply to authorised CIDCO buildings

Simplex Housing Project in Ghansoli Sector 7: seven CIDCO complexes approved for redevelopment. IIT Kharagpur habitability reports and NMMC structural engineer assessments classified buildings as C-1 (extremely dangerous). Buildings showed severe structural damage including deteriorated slabs, walls and drainage systems.

EV Homes Constructions Private Limited appointed as developer for Jai Maharashtra Society redevelopment in Vashi Sector 9 following 79A procedure completed September 28, 2025. Project is Navi Mumbai's second-largest cluster redevelopment initiative, after Nakshatra CHS redevelopment also by EV Homes.

EV Homes founded by MD EV Thomas. Company has completed over 40 real estate projects in Navi Mumbai and pan-India. Signature developments include EV 10 Marina Bay, EV 9 Square, and EV 23 Malibu West. EV 10 Marina Bay in Vashi Sector 10 positioned for possession by December 2025.

Cluster redevelopment replaces outdated buildings with modern structures adhering to latest safety and building codes. Residents receive new homes with amenities and improved infrastructure without financial burden of new construction. Projects improve density management, create better open spaces, upgrade drainage, water supply and power infrastructure across blocks.

Directors Vicky Thomas and Ricki Thomas cited company vision to transform Navi Mumbai into future megapolis with excellent infrastructure, world-class living standards, integrated healthcare, education and business ecosystem. Navi Mumbai International Airport expected to accelerate transformation.

EV Homes Constructions Private Limited appointed developer for Nakshatra CHS cluster redevelopment in Sector 9, Vashi, Navi Mumbai. Project covers nearly 3 acres with Gross Development Value surpassing ₹2,500 crores, described as largest cluster redevelopment in Navi Mumbai. Located in Sector 9 with infrastructure and connectivity. Project to deliver residential and commercial spaces with amenities. EV Homes claims 36 years history, pioneered redevelopment in Vashi Sector 9 over 15 years ago, first successful on-time project deliverer in region. Company portfolio includes EV 10 Marina Bay, EV 9 Square, EV 23 Malibu West. Director Vicky Thomas stated company has pipeline of 50 million square feet redevelopment projects planned over next 5 years.