LAND ZONE & USES

We cannot do any kind of building in any area. Use of land depends upon the land use zone decided by planning authority bylaws. Here are few sample uses in respective zone. Uses given here are to get rough idea of permissible use. These uses may change time to time as per authority policy. Also any use mentioned here have certain conditions for area, no of user, height, premises etc. 

PURELY RESIDENTIAL ZONE – R1 

R1 zone is residential zone with road below 12. (Below 9 m in congested area) R1 zone purely residential zone, but up to certain extent small committed / medical uses are permissible in R 1zone.

R1 & R2 zone are not separately shown in development plan, it is identified by access road width on site or in development plan. 

Following are uses permissible in residential zones 

1. Any residential building or bungalow.
2. Poly clinic laboratory, hospital up to 20 bed
3. Hostel, old age homes
4. House hold occupation(up to 1 hp electric load )
5. Small professional offices (up to 50 sqm each)
6. Small community halls, welfare centre, gymnasia(up to 100 sqm )
7. Religious buildings
8. Public libraries
9. Club houses, parks and playgrounds (not being used for business purpose)
10. Private coaching classes mess
11. Electric industry (of assembly type up to up to 100 sqm)
12. Convenience shops not more than 10 sqm
13. Information technology establishment (ITE)
14. Flour mill and wet / dry masala grinding, book binding (conditional)
15. Burial grounds, cremation grounds and essential public utilities
16. Raisin production
17. Public conveniences.
18. Agricultural, horticultural and allied uses (except agro-based industries).

 RESIDENTIAL ZONE R-2 

R2 zone is residential zone with road below with 12 m & above, access road (9 m in congested area) almost all uses are permissible in R2 zone eg. Residential, commercial, hospital, institute etc. 

Following are uses permissible in residential zones 

1. All uses permitted in R1 zone
2. Up to certain extent commercial use may be permitted
3. Stores, shop or showroom  for the conduct of retail business
4. Professional offices
5. Frozen food lockers, fast food and vending stalls.
6. Storage of furniture, household goods etc.
7. Repairs to all household articles (excluding auto vehicle)
8. Veterinary dispensaries and hospitals.
9. Repair, cleaning shops
10. Paper box manufacturing including paper cutting
11. Commercial halls, exhibition halls
12. Art galleries, aquariums;
13. Restaurants, eating houses, cafeteria, ice – cream and milk bars.
14. Showroom for distribution and sale of LPG
15. Coal and firewood shops.
16. Polyclinics on separate floors,
17. Residential hotels, boarding and lodging
18. Book depot, medicine and chemist shops.
19. Business/ corporate office
20. Colleges, secondary schools, trade or other similar schools.
21. Parking of automobiles and other light vehicles on open plots even as a business.
22. Vegetable, fruit, flour, fish or meat market place.
23. General agriculture and horticulture
24. Correctional and mental institutions,
25. Service industries (as decided by planning authority)

COMMERCIAL ZONE 

Commercial zone is shown in blue color on development plan; on payment of certain premium to planning authority commercial zone can be converted in residential zone. 

1. Any use permitted in residential zone without area and floor restrictions.
2. Business offices and exchanges
3. Public utility buildings
4. Headquarters organizations.

INDUSTRIAL ZONE 

1. Service industries
2. Information technology establishments
3. Storage buildings
4. Drive-in -theaters, cinema or theaters
5. The branches of scheduled banks.
6. Any industry (subjected to fire officer permission)
7. Banks, canteens, welfare center and such other common purposes considered necessary for the industrial workers, quarters of watchmen, caretakers or other essential staff required to be maintained on the premises (up to certain extent)
8. On special permission by Commissioner, industrial zone can be converted in to residential zone.

AGRICULTURAL ZONE 

Following are uses permissible in agricultural zones

1. Farm houses
2. Store godowns, ware houses
3. Agricultural uses
4. Golf course and links, race tracks, and shooting ranges.
5. Brick, tile or pottery manufacture
6. Fish farming.
7. Sand clay or gravel quarries.
8. Storage and drying of fertilizer
9. Public utility establishments such as electric sub-stations
10. Swimming ‘pools
11. Amusement park
12. Mining and quarrying
13. Research and development centers
14. Ancillary service industries for agriculture produce marketing and management
15. Bio-technology unit
16. Solid waste management, land fill sites, bio-gas plants, power generation from waste.
17. Highways amenities such as motels, way-side restaurants, service stations, service godowns, factory outlets, highway malls, hyper malls alongwith public conveniences like toilets

PUBLIC /SEMI PUBLIC ZONE 

1. Pre-primary schools, primary schools, high schools, technical / trade schools, colleges, educational complex, hostels for students and essential staff quarters
2. Hospital, sanatoria, dispensary, maternity homes, health centre, complex of such uses
3. Training institutions
4. Library, mangal karyalaya, gymnasium, gymkhana, water tanks, stadium, community hall, religious structures
5. Commercial use (conditional)

Introduction

Construction in India involves a multitude of different factors. These factors involve the purchase of land, design procedures, permissions, construction, and post-construction operations and maintenance. For any construction project to be successful, the most important aspect is it’s finance. Project/ Construction budgeting is an essential element of a construction project and it’s management. 

What is the construction budget?

A construction budget is an estimate of overall costs incurred during the construction of a building. A construction budget involves every cost essential for the completion of a project. The construction budget is the allocation of resources majorly money with other resources such as Man, materials, machinery, and time required for the completion of a project in a specified time. 

Why is construction budgeting important?

A budget provides a glimpse of a project’s viability, sustenance and it’s success. Analyzing finances before the start of a project gives an upper hand in terms of overall financial planning, and decision-making regarding the quality and quantity of the project. Here are a few reasons why construction budgeting is important: 

• Financial budgeting: Budget creation allows an individual to plan expenses across the timeline of a project and allocate funds accordingly. It helps in setting realistic goals and keeping track of expenses. 
• Control over cost: As the budget is decided minutely, one can have control over expenses. One can prevent unnecessary expenses, make informed decisions, and hold onto cost-saving opportunities. 
• Prioritising needs and wants: Budgeting will help allocate funds according to priority to the most essential. It helps in understanding the need for certain expenses and getting rid of unnecessary wants according to the budget. 
• Avoiding pitfalls: A project spans for longer than a year and there can be certain surprises and expenditures during the construction. A well-planned budget helps to avoid such unexpected costs. It helps to plan the cost of contingencies that may arise during construction.

Steps to create a construction budget

• Project Research: The first step is to analyse the project goals and requirements. Evaluate the project feasibility by checking site conditions, zoning, permit requirements, location, and availability of construction materials. 

• Project Scope: Meet with engineers and architects to determine the scope and design options for the project. Create a detailed list of materials that will be needed. Reach out to contractors and suppliers to check with material costs and supply timeline. 

• Pre-construction and documentation: Before initiation of construction, 
• Meet all the stakeholders to discuss the project, material list, and cost overheads.
• Document these and create an intensive list of items, their costs, supply timelines construction timelines to avoid overruns, and reduce risks during construction. 
• Make use of technology by having templates made by project management professionals for the creation of a construction budget. 

• Construction and close-out: Keep track of the budget during the construction phase. Monitor actual costs against projected costs. Identify any issues and change any deviation according to budget or schedule. Keep track of deliverables from contractors and suppliers to make timely payments and have a closure to the project.

How to do construction budgeting?

There are different approaches to the process of budget making. 

• Bottom-up/ Unit cost estimation:  In this method of estimation, the work is divided into small work heads. A unit price is established for each piece. The unit price is then multiplied by the required quantity to find the cost of that head. This method provides the most accurate results of projected construction costs. 
  For example, the cost to build a brick wall can be accurately determined by finding the number of bricks required and estimating all costs related to delivering, storing, staging, cutting, installing, and cleaning the brick along with related units of accessories such as reinforcing ties, weep-holes, flashings. 

• Top-down/ Assembly estimation: In this method of estimation, the cost is calculated based on the previous project cost which is similar in nature of construction. 
  For example, if there is a residential project with piles footing to be done, the cost is estimated by referring to the construction cost of earlier completed similar projects for that head. Usually, this is not much reliable due to different factors like a timeline of both projects, fluctuating material costs, labour cost. 

• Parametric estimation: This method of estimation uses historical data to calculate the resources needed. This method uses more project data of similar building types to estimate the construction cost along with specifications of materials with their costs. This estimating method requires the assumption of an approximate gross area for the proposed work and a sufficient historical record of similar building types.

• Square foot estimation: In this method of estimation, the cost of the overall project is calculated based on the square feet area of the project built-up. The estimation requires data from previous similar construction types with proper and sufficient knowledge as well as experience of the construction field. 

Factors to consider for construction budgeting

• Property: One of the most important factors is the property. The rate of property varies based on it’s location, project scope, and vicinity. The land value is not just the value of property but also includes the cost of acquisition if there’s any. The property cost is a capital cost that is one-time investment. To calculate the overall budget of the project, the projection of this capital cost plays a very important role.

• Fees and services: A construction project requires a wide range of professional consultations and services. Depending on the scope, size, and requirement, one may be required to hire professionals including architects, engineer, landscape architect, Mechanical Electrical Plumbing consultant, surveyor, project manager, interior designer and many other consultants. Hiring professionals will incur service costs that are to be taken into account while working on the budget.
  With service costs, there are also fees that includes registration fees, building permission fees, occupancy certificate fees, No objection certificates, and other government service fees. 
  It is important to get highly detailed construction drawings for accurate estimation. Depending on the scale of project, the service fees to service provider may increase, and also other government costs may increase as well.

• Design: The cost of project depend on it’s design, soil conditions and use. Based on the design of project, the cost can vary. Like larger span between columns may give you bigger spaces but the steel design becomes heavy. So, finding balance between design and technicality is important. 
  For example, with extended cantilevers, the steel and concrete design will increase leading to increase in construction cost. 
  Also, based on soil conditions, type of foundation will be decided which will further affect the cost of construction. 

• Material: Material accounts for one of the most significant parts of the construction budget. The material required for the construction varies as per the stage of construction. The list of materials is extensive some heads common for most construction projects and with some heads that are project-specific based on design requirements. 
  The cost of a few materials is fixed while some materials have fluctuating costs based on market value, it is important to study the trends of that specific material and calculate the average cost for such materials. 
  Sourcing materials from reputable suppliers ensures quality construction and longevity of the project. Also, the procurement cost of materials depends on the accessibility of location. 
  Make a intensive list of all the materials from site preparation to beautification of the project including foundation, structural costs, interior finishes and fixtures, external works, and landscaping. 

• Labour: Any construction project to be completed, labour is a fundamental aspect. Hire contractors, sub-contractors, labour according to the requirement on site. One of the most challenging aspect of cost estimation is calculating construction labour costs. When calculating labour budget, keep in mind the true cost of human resources, including:
• Hourly wages both for employees and subcontractors
• Workers’ compensation costs and payroll expenses for employees
• Non-productive time and re-work, though these costs can also fall under a contingency budget

RCC contractors charge 10% of the project cost, electrical contractors charge based on square feet area of project, plumbing contractors charge based on number of toilets, Landscape contractors charge based on cost of plants/trees, structural consultant charge between INR 3 to INR 10 per square feet of slab area.

• Equipment and Tools: There are two ways this cost can be calculated. One if the contractor provides equipment and tools, the cost will be considered accordingly whereas if you plan to purchase equipment then the cost of equipment and tools have to be calculated separately. For large-scale projects, heavy equipment can be rented, and rental costs based on location and time should be calculated. 
  There could be operating costs, and fuel costs for certain equipment which should be taken into account. 

• Management & Technology: Construction projects require people who can manage the project technically. These members require their own equipment and supplies to perform their jobs. Salaries, office rent, and utilities have to be included in the construction budget. Security staff, safety supplies, and all other support roles and materials are also part of project management costs.
  There are new technologies for project management and construction. Many companies today use project management, accounting and scheduling software. These soft costs aren’t directly related to physical construction, but they are critical expenses you incur to get the job done.

• Utilities & Taxes: As per the scale of the project, utilities have been installed on the project site like water, electricity, sewage, and gas. These utilities have their permit and service fees that must be factored into the overall construction budget.
  The construction project will be subjected to local and state level taxes. Tax rates depend on the scope and type of construction, with larger construction investments subject to more tax. Be sure to work with a certified professional accountant who is experienced in construction finance to ensure you’re properly accounting for all taxes.

• Contingency: Even after accurate and technical planning of the budget, there will be surprises and unexpected scenarios during construction. It’s crucial to include a contingency budget in the overall construction budget. A contingency budget is funding set aside to pay for unexpected expenses that arise once the project gets started. A contingency fund isn’t allocated to any particular category of costs. 
  A contingency budget is usually between 5% and 10% of the project’s total budget.

• Insurance and bonds: Construction projects legally required to carry insurance. There might also be a deposit or bond required as a show of faith that your company is going to follow through and ensure all subcontractors, tradespeople, and suppliers are paid. This is especially true if working on a governmental project.

Things to avoid when planning the construction budget

• Inaccurate estimates: While planning the construction budget, estimates are to be planned according to current market prices. It is important to study the market cost and have accurate costings. 
• Poor quality: While estimating, usually one tends to look for the cheapest option.  But one needs to be careful of the quality of the material. 
• Miscommunication: During the process of making the budget and after, communication plays an important role. The contractors, labour, managers, and suppliers must be in the communication loop for the timely and successful completion of the project. 
• Delays: Even after making an accurate construction budget, the cost of a project can go haywire if there are project delays. Natural delays are beyond our control but one must avoid delays due to decision-making, procurement delays. 

The construction cost per square foot in India in 2024 is influenced by a multitude of expenses ranging from land acquisition and design fees to material costs, labor expenses, structural elements, interior finishes, and external works. It is important to understand the detailed list of expenses that are involved in construction. Careful planning, budgeting, and managing expenses can ensure the successful completion of their project with their decided budget constraints.

It’s not just about creating a budget; it’s about following it, reviewing it regularly, and amending it when necessary. After all, a comprehensive construction budget is dynamic and must serve as an active financial management tool throughout the span of your project!

There are general regulations about any construction permissible on land, and no piece of land shall be used as a site for the construction of a building if the site is not eligible for it.

If the Authority considers that the site is insanitary, incapable of being well-drained, or is dangerous to construct a building on it then it is not permissible to use this land as a site for construction.

For Example, if the site is in Defense land, Railway region Hilly region, or not drained properly, in this case there, one cannot construct anything on the land without considering the regulations. This information about reservations and their use is very important when someone starts actual planning, whether they are land owners, builders, or construction owners. It is a must-know information before purchasing land or starting construction on the land.

This information about reservations and their use is very important when someone starts actual planning, whether they are land owners, builders, or construction owners. It is a must-know information before purchasing land or starting construction on the land.

UDCPR 2020 Chapter 3 is all about General Land Development Requirements.

This is Applicable to all Planning Authorities and Regional Plan Areas except Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, Other Planning Authorities/Special Planning Authorities/ Development Authorities within the limit of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, MIDC, NAINA, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, Hill Station Municipal Councils, Eco-sensitive/Eco-fragile region notified by MoEF & CC and Lonavala Municipal Council, in Maharashtra.

Rule No. 3.1 Requirements of Site

Rule No. 3.1.1 Site Not Eligible for Construction of Building

No piece of land shall be used as a site for the construction of the building,

i)  If the Authority considers that the site is insanitary, incapable of being well-drained, or is dangerous to construct a building on it;

ii)  If the entire site is within a distance of 6.0 m. from the edge of the watermark of a minor watercourse (like nallah, canal) and 15.0 m. from the edge of the watermark of a major watercourse (like the river) shown on Development Plan/Regional Plan or village/city survey map or otherwise;

Provided that where a minor watercourse passes through a low-lying land without any well-defined banks, the owner of the property may be permitted by the Authority to canalize the watercourse within the same land without changing the overall alignment and the position of the inlet and outlet of the watercourse according to cross-section as determined by the Authority. In such case, marginal open space shall be stipulated under these regulations and shall be measured from the edge of the trained nallah;

iii)  If the site is hilly and has a gradient of more than 1:5;

iv)  If the site is not drained properly or is incapable of being well drained;

v)  If the owner of the building has not proposed appropriate measures required to safeguard the construction from constantly getting damp to the satisfaction of the Authority;

vi)  In case the building is proposed on any area filled up with carcasses, excreta, filth, and offensive matter, then a certificate from the Authority to the effect that it is safe from the health and sanitary point of view, to be built upon, is required;

vii)  If the use of the site is for the purpose, which in the opinion of the Authority will be a source of annoyance to the health and comfort of the inhabitants of the neighborhood;

viii)  If the proposed occupancy of the building on the site does not conform to the land use proposals in the development plans/Regional Plan or Zoning Regulations;

ix)  If the level of the site is less than the prescribed datum level depending on topography and drainage aspects;

x)  If it doesn’t derive access from an authorized street/means of access of adequate width as described in these Regulations;

xi)  If it is within the river and blue flood line of the river (prohibitive zone), unless otherwise specified in these regulations;

xii)  If the site is within the boundary of the Coastal Regulation Zone where CRZ Regulation does not allow development;

xiii)  If the site is not developable by virtue of restrictions imposed under any law or guidelines of any Government Department;

xiv)  If the entire site is within a distance of 50.0 m. from the mean high flood level of a wetland. The mean shall be calculated as per the provisions of Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017.

Rule No. 3.1.2  Distance of Site from Electric Lines

No structure, including verandah or balcony, shall be allowed to be erected or re-erected, or any additions or alterations made to a building on a site within the distance quoted in Table No.3 below in accordance with the prevailing Indian Electricity Rules and its amendments from time to time between the building and any overhead electric supply line.

Rule No. 3.1.3  Construction within Blue and Red Flood Line

i) Where Blue and Red flood lines are marked on the Development Plan/Regional Plan or received from the Irrigation Department.

a) The Red Flood Line and Blue Flood Line shall be considered as per the plan prepared by the Irrigation Department. The area between the river bank and the blue flood line (Flood line near the river bank) shall be a prohibited zone for any construction except parking, open vegetable market, garden, lawns, open space, cremation and the burial ground, sewage treatment plant, water/gas /drainage pipelines, public toilet or like uses, provided the land is feasible for such utilization.

Provided that, redevelopment of the existing authorized properties, within the river bank and blue flood line, may be permitted at a plinth height of 0.45 m, above the red flood line level.

b) The area between the blue flood line and the red flood line shall be a restrictive zone for the purposes of construction. The construction within this area may be permitted at a height of 0.45 m, above the red flood line level.

c) If the area between the river bank and the blue flood line forms part of the entire plot in the Development Zone, then, FSI of such part of the land may be allowed to be utilized on the remaining land.

d) The red and blue flood line, if shown on the Development/Regional Plan/Planning Proposal, shall stand modified as and when it is modified by the Irrigation Department.

ii) Where the Blue and Red flood line is not marked on the Development Plan/Regional Plan or not received from the Irrigation Department.

Where the Blue and Red flood line is not marked on the Development Plan/Regional Plan or not received from the Irrigation Department, the tentative Blue line shall be earmarked taking into consideration the maximum observed flood level records available locally and also interacting with the residents in the area. The plan showing such a tentative Blue line shall be got approved by the Chief Engineer, Irrigation Department. The distance of 50.0 m. on the landward side from this tentative Blue line shall be treated as a No Construction Zone.

In such cases, provisions of Regulation No.3.1.3(i)(a,b,c,d) shall be applicable to that extent.

Till such a tentative Blue line is prepared and marked on the plan, the development permission shall be governed by the provisions of Regulation No.3.1.1(ii) (mentioned above).

Rule No. 3.1.4  Development within 30.0 m. Distance from Railway Boundary

For any construction within 30.0 m. from the railway boundary, a No Objection Certificate from the Railway Authority shall be necessary.

Rule No. 3.1.5  Environmental Clearance

An environmental clearance certificate shall be submitted for the project as may be prescribed by the Ministry of Environment from time to time.

Rule No. 3.1.6 Development along Highways/Classified Roads

The development along the highways shall be subject to the provisions of the State Highways Act, 1965 and National Highway Act, 1956, and orders issued by the Public Works Department, directives issued by the Urban Development Department vide Resolution No.TPS-1819/UOR-36/19/UD-13, dated 5.8.2019, in this regard, from time to time. (1) All the classified roads passing through the (1) ULBs, i.e., Municipal Corporations / Municipal Councils/Nagar Panchayats, shall be treated as city roads.

A service road specified in Regulation 3.3.8 shall be provided along State and National Highways on both sides. Where service road of 12.0 m. width is already provided in adjoining land, such service road of the same width may be continued in the development permission. Such service roads may not be insisted on if there is no continuity from junction to junction due to existing authorized development/construction.

Rule No. 3.1.7  Development within a certain distance from the Prison Premises

The development within 150 m., 100 m., 50 m. from the perimeter wall of Central Prison, District Prison, and any Sub Prison, respectively, shall be regulated and may be permitted with the prior consent of the committee constituted in this regard by the Home Department. This provision shall be subject to the orders issued by the Government from time to time.

Rule No. 3.1.8  Distances from Landfill Sites

For any residential development, segregating distance from the landfill site shall be observed as specified under Solid Waste Management Rules in force from time to time or as specified by competent authority.

Rule No. 3.1.9  Restrictions in the vicinity of Airport

For structures, installations, or buildings, including installations in the vicinity of airports,

i)  The height shall be restricted to permissible top elevation as mentioned on Colour Coded Zoning Maps (CCZM) prepared by the Airport Authority of India (AAI) and published on its website.

ii)  For any additional height beyond that mentioned in i) above, prior NOC from AAI shall be submitted.

iii) A prior NOC from AAI shall be submitted for the areas depicted in red on CCZM.

Note -

a)  The height permitted by CCZM is indicated Above the Mean Sea Level, i.e., AMSL.

b)  Building height permitted, i.e., Above Ground level (AGL), shall be calculated as CCZM height minus the site elevation of the plot.

Height of building (AGL) = CCZM height - site elevation.

c)  In the absence of aforesaid map, a no objection certificate of the Airport Authority of India shall be required.

Explanation

i)  Irrespective of their distance from the airport, even beyond the 20 km. Limit from the aerodrome reference point, no building, radio masts, or similar installation exceeding 150 m. in height shall be erected without prior permission of the Civil Aviation Authorities.

ii)  The location of a slaughterhouse/abattoir/butcher house or other areas for activities like depositing of garbage, which may encourage the collection of high-flying birds, like eagles and hawks, shall not be permitted within 10 km. from the aerodrome reference point.

Rule No. 3.1.10  Restrictions in the Vicinity of Ancient Monuments

1)  The Restrictions for Development in the vicinity of the protected monuments of national importance as prescribed under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958, shall be observed.

2)  The Restrictions for Development in the vicinity of the protected monuments of state importance as prescribed under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1960, shall be observed.

Rule No. 3.1.11  Restriction under the Works of Defence Act, 1903

The restrictions imposed under the Work of Defense Act, 1903 shall be applicable, and no development in contravention with the notification shall be permissible.

Whether the area affected by the notification under the Works of Defense Act - 1903, is earmarked in the Development Plan/Regional Plan or not, it shall be permissible to treat the area under such restrictive zone as marginal distance at the time of construction of any building proposed on contiguous unaffected area.

Provided that, it shall be permissible to utilize the FSI and also the receiving potential of the land under this zone, as otherwise permissible, on the remaining contiguous unaffected land of the same land owner.

Rule No. 3.1.12  Distance from Natural Lake and Dam.

In the Regional Plan area, no construction shall be allowed within 100 m. of the high flood line of the natural lake.

In the Development Plan area, development around the natural lake shall be governed by the provisions made in such plan. In the absence of the provisions in such a plan, the distance specified by the Irrigation Department shall be followed.

The regulation regarding clear distances from the High flood line while carrying out any development of any land around the dam and foothill areas as notified and the norms regarding distance as prescribed in Government of Maharashtra, Water Resources Department Marathi Circular No. dt.08/03/2018 and amendments therein, from

time to time, will be applicable henceforth, subject to the following condition.

Condition : The concerned land owners/users are prohibited from discharging any garbage/water sewage/waste generated from its premises in the reservoir. It will be compulsory and binding on the land owner/user to make necessary arrangements within the premises for water and sewage disposal management and maintain the zero discharge condition at his own cost.

Rule No. 3.1.13 Authorities to Supply Complete Information about Restrictions to the Authority

The concerned authority putting restrictions as per their respective legislations/regulations/rules as mentioned above shall make available to the Authority full details of restrictions (including graded restrictions, if any) along with the relevant map detailing restrictions. In the interest of increasing ease of doing business, no individual applicant should be required to approach the concerned departments for NOC. However it is the duty of the applicant to ensure that restrictions informed by the above said authorities are followed scrupulously. The Authority shall make a reference to this effect to the concerned authorities and ensure compliance with the restriction informed by them while sanctioning the development permission.

Such information shall be published by the Authority on its notice board/ website and also update it as and when it is updated by the concerned department.

Related Regulations to Rule No. 3 - 

You can visit our other blogs related to Regulations 3 through the below-mentioned links:

Recreational Open Spaces in UDCPR 2020

Provision for Amenity Space in UDCPR 2020

Minimum Plot Area for Various Uses in UDCPR 2020

Provision for Inclusive Housing in UDCPR 2020

Relocation of D.P Reservations (Except Road) UDCPR 2020

Plotting, Land Subdivisions, and Access Road Rules in UDCPR 2020

UDCPR 2020 Chapter 9 is all about the City Specific Regulations as per mentioned in the UDCPR 

This is Applicable to all Planning Authorities and Regional Plan Areas except Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, Other Planning Authorities/Special Planning Authorities/ Development Authorities within the limit of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, MIDC, NAINA, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, Hill Station Municipal Councils, Eco-sensitive/Eco-fragile region notified by MoEF & CC and Lonavala Municipal Council, in Maharashtra.

Rule No. 10.9 Kolhapur Municipal Corporation

10.9.1 

Open spaces, area, FSI and height limitations for characteristic specified areas in Kolhapur.

For characteristic specified areas in Kolhapur, listed herein below, shall have the open spaces and regulations for FSI and height limitations as given in table No.10-B below :-

Note 1 - Maximum permissible Basic FSI for Sr.No.1 to 3 and 26, 27 and 31 shall be 1.5 for residential use and 2.0 for residential cum-Commercial use and for remaining areas, it shall be 1.1 and mix non-residential use to be allowed without any restriction of percentage.

Note 2 - The properties fronting on “Mahadwar to Mahadwar Chowk Road” shall be given building permission with a front setback of only 0.5 m.

Note 3 - The maximum permissible basic FSI, permissible TDR loading, and additional FSI on payment of premium shall be allowed as per these regulations.

Note 4 - Height of building

i) The height of the building to be constructed on Kiranotsav Marg of Mahalaxmi Temple shall be determined by the Municipal Commissioner.

ii) For Sr.No.1, 2 & 3 - upto 21.0 m. height with marginal distances as per columns No.4, 5 & 6 of the table above.

Above 21.0 m. height - it shall be as per Regulation No.(1) 6.1.1(iii), (vi) or Regulation No.6.2.3, as the case may be.

iii) For Sr.No.4 to 42 up to 15.0 m. as per columns no 4, 5 & 6 of the table above.

For height above 15.0 m., 1.0 m. set-back for every 3.0 m. height on all sides except the front for the open plot. For the existing structures and ongoing projects, only front and rear setbacks are to be kept in addition to the marginal open spaces as per columns No.4, 5 & 6 of the table above. This may be allowed in the form of a step margin. The side margin as mentioned in column No.6 of the table above may be continued up to 21.0 m. height.

Above 21.0 m. height - it shall be as per Regulation No.(1) 6.1.1(iii), (vi) or Regulation No.6.2.3, as the case may be.

Note 5 - Other provisions excluding the above, shall be as per UDCPR.

Note 6 - For parking spaces in the basement and upper floor, there should be at least one vehicular ramp of 3.00 m. width in side and rear margin for 4-wheelers and for 2-wheelers or one vehicular ramp of 2.0 m. width for 2 wheeler shall be provided for plot area up to 1000 sq.m. or the owner may provide a minimum 2 Car lifts instead of a Ramp.

10.9.2 Height of building on Kiranotsav Marg other than the specified area

The height of the building to be constructed along Kiranotsav Marg of Mahalaxmi Temple shall be determined by the Municipal Commissioner.

Related Regulations to Rule No. 10

Special Rules for Pune City in UDCPR 2020

Thane Municipal Corporation Area in UDCPR 2020

Special Rules for Nagpur City and Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority in UDCPR 2020

Nashik Municipal Corporation in UDCPR 2020

Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation in UDCPR 2020

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation in UDCPR 2020

Bhiwandi Surrounding Notified Area in UDCPR 2020

CIDCO Area Excluding Naina Area in UDCPR 2020

UDCPR 2020 Chapter 9 is all about the City Specific Regulations as per mentioned in the UDCPR 

This is Applicable to all Planning Authorities and Regional Plan Areas except Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, Other Planning Authorities/Special Planning Authorities/ Development Authorities within the limit of Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, MIDC, NAINA, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust, Hill Station Municipal Councils, Eco-sensitive/Eco-fragile region notified by MoEF & CC and Lonavala Municipal Council, in Maharashtra.

Rule No. 10.3 Nagpur Municipal Corporation 

The following regulations shall be applicable.

10.3.1  Buildings in Commercial Zone :

(a) In Non-congested areas:

FSI for buildings outside congested areas in the commercial zone - the basic FSI permissible shall be 2.00 for commercial cum residential use or purely residential use and 2.50 for purely commercial use.

(b) In Congested areas:

The permissible FSI for commercial use shall be 1.50 for the plots fronting on the road having a width less than 9.0 m. and 2.00 for the plots fronting on the road having a width of 9.0 m. or more.

10.3.2  Buildings in the Industrial Zone

a) In congested areas, the permissible FSI for industrial use shall be 1.00.

b) In non-congested areas, the permissible FSI for industrial use shall be 2.5.

10.3.3 I to R provisions - 

Allowing Residential/Commercial uses in the Industrial Zone.

The Regulation No.4.8.1 in these regulations shall be applicable to Nagpur Municipal.

Corporation area with the following modifications.

i)  Any open land or lands of closed Industrial unit/ units in the Industrial Zone (Excluding the leased out plots by NIT/NMC) may be permitted to be utilized for all the users permissible in the Residential zone with permissible FSI in the Residential Zone, subject to payment of premium to be paid equal to 15% of the rate of developed land as given in the Annual Statement of Rates published by IGR every year.

However, for the Industrial Plots leased out by the Planning Authority, (NIT/NMC) while granting I to R permission on these plots, FSI of 2.5 for purely commercial use and 2.00 for Mix use shall be permissible subject to payment of premium at the rate of 15% for Residential and 20% for Commercial use. Premium charges shall be as per the rate of developed lands as given in the Annual Statement of Rates published by IGR every year.

ii)  Provisions of Regulation No.4.8.1(b)(iv) shall not be applicable where the Industrial layout has already been approved, and where in amenity space has already been provided in the approved layout.

10.3.4

For Plots admeasuring 1000 sq.m. and above (including amalgamated plots) in Residential zones, basic FSI shall be 1.25, in congested and non-congested areas, irrespective of road width. In cases covered in Regulation No.10.3.1 and 10.3.4 maximum building potential on the plot including in-situ FSI shall remain the same, as in Tables 6-A and 6-G. However, the owner shall be at liberty to avail, the difference of potential if any, out of column 4 or/and 5.

Rule No. 10.15 Certail Regulations Cease to Operate in Future

The Regulation No. 10.3.1, 10.3.2, 10.3.4, shall cease to operate on 1st Jan, 2022 or as decided by the Government from time to time and thereafter provisions of these regulations shall apply.

However, in the case of redevelopment projects, the Regulation No.10.1.1 shall continue in effect until 01st Jan, 2026. 

Rule No. 10.4 Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority

10.4.1 Development along Ring Road:

250 m. Residential Zone/Residential Belt proposed along the 60 m. wide Outer Ring Road as a corridor development is sanctioned, subject to payment of premium. The development in this 250 m. corridor is permitted on payment of premium as decided by the Government on the total area of land under development or building permission. Such premium shall be deposited with the concerned Authority.

10.4.2  Special Regulations for the Improvement Schemes:

The improvement schemes by Public participation which are sanctioned by the Government under the provisions of the Nagpur Improvement Act, 1936, and which come under the jurisdiction of the NMA area shall be valid and continue to be valid for the said purpose under the said Act. The Special Development Control Regulations for these schemes shall be as mentioned below :-

Any changes/Modifications/Amendments in the details layout or in the master plan shall be carried out by the Metropolitan Commissioner at his own level. However, the Public Amenity/Public Utility Areas and their percentage as per the original sanction shall not be changed while making Modifications/Amendments to the Schemes.

i)  Improvement Scheme - The scheme is prepared under the NIT Act, 1936 for the notified area and is duly approved by the State Government and which is now included in the NMRDA area.

ii)  Original Plot - A plot consisting of nearby khasras calculated as a single record in a village that is under the same ownership and has the same tenure status as defined in the respective 7/12 documents of the khasras.

iii) Final Plot - The plot that is reconstituted or reshaped from the Original Plot within a draft/sanctioned Improvement Scheme in a manner appropriate for development and given access from the public right of way. The Final Plots are reconstituted as per the relevant regulations/Acts as Final plots for Authorities share and owners share.

iv) Owner - An owner is a person who has legal title to land or building. The definition also includes :-

a) An agent or trustee who receives the rent on behalf of the owner.

b) An agent or trustee who receives the rent of a or is entrusted with or is concerned with any building devoted to religious or charitable purposes.

c) A receiver, executor or administrator, or a manager appointed by any court of competent jurisdiction to have the charge of, or to exercise the rights of the owner; and

d) A mortgage in possession.

v) Permissible FSI For Final Plot -

i) The Metropolitan Commissioner may allow the owner to develop the final plot in possession of the owner subject to handing over to the Planning Authorities share as an independent plot free of cost as per norms prescribed by the Metropolitan Commissioner.

ii)  The owner shall thereafter be entitled to develop his final plot for the uses permissible in the adjoining zone as per the DCPR with full permissible FSI of the entire Plot along with Additional FSI / TDR potential permissible for his Final plot share as per Chapter No.6 of this DCPR .

iii)  The Metropolitan Commissioner shall develop the Final Plot in his possession (Authorities Share) for the purpose for which the scheme is sanctioned. This plot shall be entitled to be developed as per potential permissible for Authorities' Final plot share as per Chapter No.6 of this UDCPR.

vi) Net Plot area for Computation of FSI - For the purpose of computing FSI/Built-up area, the net area of the plot shall be as defined in these regulations.

vii) Special Regulations For Inclusive Housing - The provision regarding inclusive housing in the development proposal shall be not made applicable in the Improvement scheme if the Final Plot in the possession of the Authority is to be designed and developed for the purpose of any affordable housing scheme.

viii) Height of Building - The maximum height of the building for all users shall be as per Chapter No.6 of this UDCPR.

ix) Amenities Space - If the Amenity space has already been provided in the scheme at the time of approval of scheme/layout, in such cases, the amenity space as required under this UDCPR shall not be insisted.

x) Land Use Permissible - All land uses mentioned in this UDCPR shall be permissible in the Improvement Schemes.

xi) Development Charges - The Development charges shall be recovered as mentioned in these regulations.

xii) Power to Authority - For the smooth implementation of the schemes, the Metropolitan Commissioner with the Approval of the Authority, makes/amends the rule in consistent with the relevant Act and Regulations assigned to it with prior approval of by the Government.

xiii) UDCPR - All regulations of UDCPR shall apply except the above special regulations.

10.4.3

The following regulation shall be applicable only for the reference of Regulation No.25.6 (xxxx) mentioned in the notification of sanctioning the Development Plan of Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority.

In the Agriculture zone, Residential use shall be allowed subject to the following conditions -

a)  Minimum area of land shall be 15.0 hectares.

b)  Land shall front on a minimum of 12.0 m. wide existing road.

c)  Permissible FSI/TDR shall be as that of the Residential zone.

d)  The offsite infrastructure like road, water supply, and sewerage treatment plant having zero discharge shall be developed by the land owner at his own cost, unless this infrastructure is provided by the Authority.

e)  10% of the entire holding area shall be handed over to the Authority free of cost, without any FSI/TDR, and free of all encumbrances for sale by the Authority for residential, commercial, or industrial use depending upon the nature of development. This 10% area shall be over and above recreational open space and amenity space to be provided as per regulation. This 10% area shall front on a minimum of 12.0 m. wide road.

f)  Premium on the gross area at the rate of 5% of the land rate in the Annual Statement of Rates of the said land without considering the guidelines therein shall be paid to the Authority.

10.4.4

The following regulation shall be applicable only for the reference of Regulation No.25.6 (xxxxiii) mentioned in the notification of sanctioning the Development Plan of Nagpur Metropolitan Region Development Authority.

Development permission around the periphery of the Gaothan boundary -

Development permission around the periphery of the Gaothan boundary shall be allowed as per the Regulation mentioned as below. This regulation shall be applicable only to the Rural center and rural area. (excluding nine urban center areas) Regulation for residential zones and other regulations shall be applicable.

The peripheral residential area shown along the Gaothan village is deleted and land thereunder is included in the Agriculture Zone. The development along the periphery of the Gaothan shall be allowed subject to the following :

a) In the villages in Rural areas/Rural centers excluding the area under nine urban centers, Residential Development or development allowed in the Residential Zone, may be permitted within the periphery of the Gaothan boundary as per the criteria given below. The regulations in respect of residential zones specified in these UDCPR shall be applicable.

Such development may be permitted on payment of a premium of the total area of land. Such premium shall be calculated considering the 15% rate of the said land as prescribed in the Annual Statement of Rates of the year granting such developments. Such premium shall be deposited in the concerned Authority.

Provided that, where more than 50% of the area of the Survey Number/Gat Number is covered within the above peripheral distance then the remaining whole of such Survey Number/Gat Number within one ownership shall be considered for development on payment of premium as above.

Provided further that, the premium charges shall be recovered at the time of tentative approval of the Development permission. Where tentative development permission is already granted before publication of this Development Plan and final approval is yet to be granted, then in such cases premium charges shall not be recovered at the time of final approval.

Provided further that, such payment of premium shall not be applicable in cases where development permission is already granted or layout is already approved by the authority before the publication of the Development Plan. Such premium shall also be not applicable for revision of such already approved permissions.

However, such development should not be permitted on lands that deserve preservation or protection from Environmental considerations viz. Hills and Hills tops, and within the required Buffer Zone/Prohibited Zone from rivers, lakes, and reservoirs of minor and major projects of the water resource department.

Related Regulations to Rule No. 10

Special Rules for Pune City in UDCPR 2020

Thane Municipal Corporation Area in UDCPR 2020

Nashik Municipal Corporation in UDCPR 2020

Vasai Virar City Municipal Corporation in UDCPR 2020

Kolhapur Municipal Corporation in UDCPR 2020

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation in UDCPR 2020

Bhiwandi Surrounding Notified Area in UDCPR 2020

CIDCO Area Excluding Naina Area in UDCPR 2020