Navi Mumbai Identifies 513 Unsafe Buildings, Mandates Structural Audits for 30-Year-Old Structures
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has declared 513 buildings as structurally unsafe and has urged residents of buildings over 30 years old to conduct mandatory structural audits by March 2026.
Navi MumbaiStructural AuditsBuilding SafetyUrban PlanningCivic RegulationsReal Estate MumbaiNov 10, 2025
Under Section 265(A) of the Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Act, all buildings over 30 years old must undergo a structural audit by a licensed civil or structural engineer registered with the NMMC. The age of a building is determined from the date of its occupancy certificate, whether full or partial. Officials emphasised that audits are essential to determine the current condition of structures, many of which were built in the city’s early phases of development. According to civic officials, the corporation has made the list of registered structural engineers available on its official website. Once an audit is completed, residents or housing societies must submit a certificate confirming that the repair works recommended by the engineer have been completed and that the structure is safe for continued use.
Failure to comply could result in penalties. Under Section 398(A) of the Act, owners or occupants who evade the audit requirement face fines of ₹25,000 or an amount equivalent to their annual property tax, whichever is higher. NMMC officials added that strict enforcement would follow if residents fail to respond before the March 2026 deadline. “Living in a structurally dangerous building is not just risky—it’s life-threatening. We urge citizens to vacate or repair unsafe structures immediately,” said a senior civic official, warning that the administration will not bear responsibility in case of accidents involving uninspected buildings.
The civic body has also directed assistant commissioners and departmental officers to oversee audit submissions and ensure compliance. Experts in urban safety said the initiative reflects the growing concern over ageing housing stock across Navi Mumbai’s older nodes such as Vashi, Nerul, and CBD Belapur. Many of these areas were among the city’s first planned developments and now face challenges of structural fatigue, corrosion, and poor maintenance. Urban planners have welcomed NMMC’s move, calling it a step toward building a safer, more resilient city. They also suggested that periodic audits be integrated into a long-term sustainable housing strategy, promoting retrofitting and green redevelopment instead of reactive demolition drives.
With more than 500 buildings already flagged and a deadline in place, the onus now lies on residents and housing societies to take proactive steps to safeguard lives and property.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline for conducting structural audits in Navi Mumbai?
The deadline for conducting structural audits for buildings over 30 years old in Navi Mumbai is March 2026.
Which buildings are required to undergo structural audits?
All buildings over 30 years old, as determined from the date of their occupancy certificate, are required to undergo structural audits.
What are the penalties for not complying with the structural audit requirement?
Owners or occupants who fail to comply with the structural audit requirement face fines of ₹25,000 or an amount equivalent to their annual property tax, whichever is higher.
Where can residents find a list of registered structural engineers?
Residents can find a list of registered structural engineers on the official Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) website.
What should residents do after completing the structural audit?
After completing the structural audit, residents or housing societies must submit a certificate confirming that the recommended repair works have been completed and that the structure is safe for continued use.
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