The Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has received approval from the state housing department to take over the stalled redevelopment project of R. K. Building 1 and 2 at Ranade Road, Dadar West. The redevelopment of the Swami Samarth Krupa Building project spread across 946 square metres, was halted on the 9th floor in 2014, leaving tenants without rent for a decade. Following government authorization in August 2023, MHADA can intervene in projects inactive for over two years. Based on this, the Mumbai Building Repair and Reconstruction Board proposed MHADA's takeover, which includes scrutiny for third-party rights and loans, blacklisting the owner and developer, and filing a complaint with the BMC.
In a significant development, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) is set to take charge of the stalled redevelopment project of R. K. Building 1 and 2 at Ranade Road in Dadar West, which has remained stuck for nearly a decade. The owner initiated the ambitious redevelopment project on a 946-square-metre plot but stopped construction at the 9th floor in 2014. This left the residents without a flat or any rent to date.
The state housing department granted approval to MHADA's proposal to intervene and complete the redevelopment. Simultaneously, the government directed MHADA to lodge a formal complaint against both the owner and the developer of the project. The housing department has mandated that MHADA conduct a thorough investigation into third-party rights and any existing loans associated with the project. This due diligence is crucial to ensuring a seamless transition.
This intervention became possible because the state government, in August 2023, empowered MHADA to take charge of dormant redevelopment projects, particularly those involving cess buildings in the city that exhibited no progress for over two years after receiving construction permission. Additionally, MHADA can step in when tenants haven't received rent from builders for an extended two-year period.
In response to this mandate, the Mumbai Building Repair and Reconstruction Board of MHADA submitted a comprehensive proposal last year, specifically targeting the stalled project in Dadar. Subsequently, the housing department issued a formal order approving MHADA’s control of the 946-square-metre land and to resume construction according to established policies.
Moreover, MHADA is tasked with taking appropriate measures to blacklist both the owner of the property and the developer involved in the project. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) will be promptly informed about these actions. This legal action aims to address any potential wrongdoings during the course of the project and seeks accountability for the financial burdens borne by the tenants.
In essence, MHADA's intervention marks a key moment in rectifying the longstanding issue surrounding the Swami Samarth Krupa Building. As MHADA embarks on this redevelopment journey, it signifies a commitment to addressing housing challenges and upholding the rights of tenants in such situations, setting a precedent for similar cases in the future.
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