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The Noida Authority has rejected the revised layout submitted by Wiztown Planners for a Sector 150 plot in the city's Sports City project, citing violations of the scheme's regulations. The plan proposed 26,189 sqm of commercial space for pro-shops, food-and-beverage outlets, and cinemas, exceeding the permitted 5,136 sqm and blending commercial activity with sports areas. Past audit objections and legal scrutiny, including a CAG review and Supreme Court directions, have tightened approvals. The decision follows a fatal accident on the plot, reinforcing the need for strict compliance with the Sports City framework.
The Noida Authority has rejected a revised layout submitted by Wiztown Planners for a Sector 150 plot, noting that the plan did not follow the Sports City scheme and resembled a commercial complex rather than a sports-led development. Officials observed that the revised proposal included 26,189 sqm of pro-shops, food-and-beverage facilities, and cinema screens, far exceeding the 5,136 sqm of commercial floor area allowed for the plot. They also highlighted that commercial uses were intermixed with sports amenities instead of being confined to a separate block as per the approved layout. Advertisement
Under the Sports City framework, about 70% of the land must be dedicated to sports and recreational facilities, while residential and commercial components are limited to support these activities. The Authority emphasized that ancillary commercial elements should complement individual sports facilities, such as a golf course or tennis centre, and not dominate the plot. The revised layout failed to maintain this separation, which led to its rejection.
The Sector 150 project was originally allotted to a consortium led by Lotus Greens, while the SC 02/A3 plot was sub-leased to Wiztown in 2016. A building plan was approved in 2017, which led to excavation for a basement that was later flooded with sewage water from nearby societies. Wiztown applied for a building plan in 2020, but the application was flagged for missing documents, including a structural stability certificate, fire department no-objection certificate, and no-dues certificate. A modified plan submitted in January 2021 faced further scrutiny as approvals for Sports City projects were frozen until actual sports facilities were developed.
Past regulatory reviews, including a 2019 CAG audit, flagged issues across all four Sports City projects, such as unauthorized sub-divisions of sports land. Supreme Court proceedings have also directed the Authority to approve revised layouts only if they restore the integrated sports character and comply with timelines. The rejection of Wiztown's layout underscores the continued focus on ensuring compliance with these regulations.
Following a drowning incident on the plot, an FIR was filed against Wiztown and Lotus Greens. Lotus Greens has since clarified that operational control and legal ownership of the plot rest with Wiztown. Officials noted that strict adherence to Sports City rules is essential for safety, proper land use, and the project's overall vision.
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