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Under the Maharashtra government's 100-day action plan, MHADA aims to complete structural audits of 1,300 cessed buildings in Mumbai within a year. Of the 500 buildings marked for assessment, 171 have been inspected, with reports received for 32. Notices under Section 79(A) will soon be issued to landlords, urging redevelopment proposals. Meanwhile, the long-delayed Patra Chawl redevelopment is nearing completion, offering relief to displaced tenants. Additionally, MHADA is launching an online system for lease deed conveyance, streamlining property transactions and enhancing transparency. These measures highlight the government's commitment to improving Mumbai's ageing housing infrastructure.
Under the Maharashtra government's 100-day action plan, the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) has set a goal to complete the structural audit of 1,300 cessed buildings in Mumbai in the next year. As part of the government's initiative, 500 buildings have been earmarked for structural audits, of which 171 have already been inspected, with reports received for 32 structures, as confirmed by MBRRB Chief Officer Milind Shambharkar. Advertisement
Tenants residing in cessed buildings pay a nominal tax, referred to as 'cess,' to MHADA to support the maintenance and repair of these structures. These buildings, which are typically old and deteriorating, fall under the jurisdiction of MBRRB. Occupants of these 13,000 cessed buildings will soon receive notices from MHADA under Section 79(A) of its Act. This provision authorises the housing authority to notify the property owner or landlord to submit a redevelopment proposal with at least 51% tenant consent within six months of receiving the notice.
In other news, an older redevelopment project of Patra Chawls in Goregoan, Mumbai is finally at the brink of completion. After a 16-year long wait, authorities are gearing up to hand over 672 flats soon through a lottery system, similar to that used for the Bombay Development Directorate (BDD) Chawls project.
The redevelopment project, which began in 2009, faced significant delays after the original developer declared bankruptcy in 2017. The project was left incomplete, causing immense distress for the tenants who had vacated their homes with the expectation of receiving new ones within 36 months. While the developer initially provided rent payments, these ceased in 2014-2015 when construction halted at 40% completion. The suspension of rent payments of INR 40,000 further worsened the tenants' hardships, pushing the matter into legal proceedings, including those at the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).
MHADA eventually intervened under the previous Maharashtra government, cancelling the agreement with the original developer in 2018 due to delays, non-payment of rent, and fraudulent land dealings. A new contractor, Relcon, was appointed in February 2022 to complete the project at an estimated cost of INR 320 crore. MHADA also resumed rent payments, providing INR 25,000 per household from 2018 onwards.
Last week, Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) announced it was going to introduce a new online system for lease deed conveyance in Mumbai, aiming to reduce delays and bureaucratic hurdles in property transactions. The digital platform will allow residents and developers to apply, track, and manage lease documents online, enhancing transparency and efficiency.
The Maharashtra government's recent efforts in housing redevelopment and structural audits reflect a strong commitment to addressing the city's aging infrastructure and tenant concerns. With MHADA actively inspecting cessed buildings and expediting long-delayed redevelopment projects, residents can anticipate much-needed improvements in their living conditions. The near-completion of the Patra Chawl redevelopment is a significant milestone, providing long-awaited relief to displaced tenants. Additionally, the introduction of an online system for lease deed conveyance marks a progressive step toward streamlining property transactions, reducing bureaucratic delays, and enhancing transparency. These initiatives collectively signify a push toward a more efficient and tenant-friendly housing ecosystem in Mumbai.
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