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The High Court's Goa bench has appointed two nodal officers to examine detailed reports from municipalities and panchayats concerning illegal constructions across the state. The state government informed the court about laws permitting regularisation of residential structures meeting specific domicile and statutory criteria, while commercial properties remain excluded. This decision aims to manage the large volume of unauthorised construction cases overwhelming local courts. Past enforcement has included sealing and demolition of unauthorised commercial and coastal properties, highlighting ongoing efforts to enforce building and planning regulations statewide.
The Bombay High Court in Goa has taken steps to strengthen monitoring of illegal structures by appointing two nodal officers. These officers the deputy director of municipal administration and the extension officer from the directorate of panchayats will analyse compliance reports submitted by municipalities and panchayats across the state. The court noted that the volume of reports was too large for direct judicial review, necessitating specialised officers to ensure proper assessment and action. Advertisement
Advocate General Devidas Pangam explained that the state submitted an affidavit outlining the legal framework for regularising residential structures. He said the law allows certain residential buildings to be regularised if they meet specific domicile norms and statutory conditions. Residential houses providing shelter are protected under these statutes, whereas commercial structures are not eligible for regularisation. Pangam confirmed that all relevant statutes were produced before the court.
The High Court's decision comes amid a substantial backlog of unauthorised construction cases. Thousands of cases remain pending across North and South Goa, with local panchayat courts struggling to handle the volume. Previous court orders have directed authorities to take strict action against illegal constructions, including sealing and demolition, particularly for commercial and coastal properties.
State enforcement agencies have recently acted on several unauthorised structures, including residential and commercial properties, in line with High Court directions. These measures highlight the ongoing tension between rapid development and regulatory compliance in Goa, where environmental, planning, and zoning norms are often challenged by unauthorised building activity. The appointment of nodal officers is expected to streamline review processes and improve accountability across municipalities and panchayats.
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