5 Mumbai Locations Where Construction of Property Projects is Restricted
Know the Mumbai areas where construction is limited due to defence facilities
Mumbai Real EstateProperty ProjectsConstruction RestrictionsDefence FacilitiesAviation Signaling RadarsEnvironmental RestrictionsCoastal Regulation ZonesReal Estate MumbaiMay 29, 2024
The Godrej project is not the only one to have faced restrictions in Mumbai. There are several localities in the city where curbs on construction are in place, either due to the presence of defence facilities or aviation signaling radars in the vicinity. In some cases, there are also environmental restrictions, especially in coastal regulation zones (CRZ).
**Kandivali and Malad**
These areas are in close proximity to the Central Ordnance Depot (COD) of the Defence Authorities, resulting in height restrictions in the vicinity. The redevelopment of several old buildings is also stuck in the two areas due to these restrictions.
**Juhu**
Owing to restrictions by Defence Authorities, redevelopment projects or revamp of old buildings worth around ₹20,000 crore are either stuck or have not taken off in the Juhu area of Mumbai.
**Dahisar**
Since January 2021, the Airports Authority of India's (AAI) new construction height restrictions for a 2-km radius around Dahisar toll naka area in Mumbai are in force, resulting in a reduction in allowable building height.
**Ghatkopar and Colaba**
The Indian Navy has imposed restrictions on constructions falling within 50 metres of highly sensitive installations, requiring an NOC from the Defence authorities.
**Mahim**
Owing to Coastal Regulations Zone (CRZ) norms, there are several restrictions on construction in place, especially in locations located close to the sea.
Godrej Properties Limited (GPL) is a listed real estate developer that was recently in the news after defence authorities raised objections to a housing project undertaken by it in Mumbai and demanded that construction work be halted.
Godrej Properties Limited (GPL) is a leading real estate developer in India, known for its high-quality residential and commercial projects. The company has a strong presence in Mumbai and has developed several prestigious projects in the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is construction restricted in certain areas of Mumbai?
Construction is restricted in certain areas of Mumbai due to defence facilities aviation signaling radars and environmental restrictions
What is the Coastal Regulations Zone (CRZ) norm?
The Coastal Regulations Zone (CRZ) norm is a set of regulations put in place to protect coastal ecology and environment
Can redevelopment projects be stuck due to defence restrictions?
Yes redevelopment projects can be stuck due to defence restrictions especially in areas close to defence facilities
What is the impact of construction height restrictions on redevelopment projects?
Construction height restrictions can result in a reduction in allowable building height impacting apartment redevelopment and new developments in certain locations
Can the government relax the regulations to resolve stuck redevelopment projects?
Yes the government can relax the regulations to resolve stuck redevelopment projects or provide alternative solutions such as relocation of residents to project affected people (PAP) units
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