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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has proposed collaboration with the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) to tackle unauthorized constructions in Mumbai. The BMC seeks to establish joint teams for inspections, as MHADA holds the authority for granting repair permissions. The proposal emerged due to difficulties faced by BMC officials when investigating complaints about unauthorized constructions in cessed buildings.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has proposed a collaborative effort with the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) for inspecting unauthorized constructions in Mumbai, according to BMC officials. Given that repair permissions are primarily issued by MHADA, BMC believes inspections should be conducted jointly to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
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This proposal emerged in response to complaints about unauthorized work being undertaken during the renovation of cessed buildings. The BMC has urged MHADA to establish combined inspection squads, bringing together officials from both agencies.
According to a representative from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), they have been facing challenges due to claims of repair permission being granted by the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) during their investigations into unauthorized construction complaints. Since the BMC does not have the authority to grant such permissions, this situation has resulted in complications.
The representative emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation between the BMC and MHADA, given that MHADA has the exclusive jurisdiction to approve repairs in cessed buildings. They suggested that MHADA should provide contractors with clear guidelines regarding approved repairs and unauthorized constructions. Furthermore, when a complaint about unauthorized construction arises, a joint team consisting of BMC and MHADA officials should be deployed to verify if the work aligns with the permissions granted by MHADA. Following inspections, necessary punitive measures can be collaboratively implemented by both authorities.
Sanjay Gurav, a social activist, echoed these sentiments and pointed out that when complaints regarding unauthorized construction occur in cessed buildings, BMC officials often distance themselves from responsibility, citing permissions granted by MHADA. However, MHADA lacks the infrastructure and staff required to effectively monitor unauthorized construction in these buildings. Gurav acknowledged the BMC's initiative as a positive step forward and called upon MHADA to respond by expanding their team to address these issues adequately.
In conclusion, the joint inspection initiative proposed by BMC presents a viable solution to the recurring issue of unauthorized constructions in cessed buildings. By facilitating effective communication and shared responsibilities between BMC and MHADA, this approach can better regulate construction activity and ensure compliance with approved guidelines. Furthermore, this proposal highlights the need for MHADA to bolster its workforce to address the monitoring challenges more efficiently.
This story was earlier published in ET Realty
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