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The Pune Cantonment Board has proposed increasing the Floor Space Index (FSI) from 1.0 to 2.0 for civil areas under its jurisdiction, aiming to modernize outdated norms and support redevelopment. If approved by the Directorate General of Defence Estates, the change will impact over 2,500 properties across six wards. The move addresses long-pending resident demands for flexible construction rules to accommodate growing families. It also serves as a fallback in case the proposed merger with PMC doesn't go through. The PCB consulted COEP Tech to draft the byelaws, aligning with the Defence Ministry's push to update cantonment regulations nationwide.
?The Pune Cantonment Board (PCB) has proposed doubling the Floor Space Index (FSI) from 1.0 to 2.0 for civil areas within its jurisdiction. This change aims to facilitate better utilization of land and address long-standing demands from residents for more flexible construction norms. Advertisement
The proposal, approved during a recent board meeting attended by key officials, including the PCB CEO and the General Officer Commanding of Southern Command Dakshin Maharashtra and Goa Sub Area, has been submitted to the Principal Directorate of Defence Estates (PDDE) of Southern Command. Pending PDDE's review, it will be forwarded to the Directorate General of Defence Estates (DGDE) in New Delhi for final approval.
If sanctioned, the revised FSI will impact approximately 2,500 properties across six wards in the cantonment's civil pockets, which span about 250 acres. Residents have long advocated for increased FSI to accommodate growing families and modern housing needs. Currently, the restrictive FSI limits have hindered property owners from expanding or redeveloping their homes, leading to infrastructural stagnation.
The PCB's initiative aligns with broader efforts to modernize building bylaws in cantonment areas nationwide. In March, the Ministry of Defence directed all cantonment boards to draft new building regulations. In response, the PCB collaborated with experts from the College of Engineering Pune Technical University to validate the proposed byelaws before submission.
This move also serves as a contingency plan should the proposed merger of cantonment civil areas with the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) not materialize. By updating its building regulations, the PCB aims to ensure that residents have access to development opportunities comparable to those in adjacent municipal areas, thereby promoting equitable urban growth.
The proposed FSI increase is a significant step toward addressing the developmental needs of Pune's cantonment areas. It reflects a commitment to balancing heritage preservation with contemporary urban planning, ensuring that the region evolves to meet the aspirations of its residents.
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