Punjab local govt dept to lift ban on building independent floors on plots (2024)

Hindustan Times, Chandigarh | ByRavinder Vasudeva

The department has decided to issue a clarification to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to allow construction and has defined few new rules, with the local bodies director to issue formal orders, a senior department official said.

Chandigarh To boost real estate sector in the state and earn more revenue, the Punjab local government department is all set to lift the ban on construction of independent floors on individual plots by builders. This has been a major demand of small builders in the state.

Punjab local govt dept to lift ban on building independent floors on plots (1)

The department had banned passing maps of these buildings categorised as ‘Ground plus two floors’ and ‘stilt plus three floors’ on July 2, 2019. Stilt plus three floors mean the ground floor will be meant for parking.

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“The builders/ developers get plans sanctioned for a row of contagious units by showing each as a separate unit, whereas in reality they are part of a larger project,” the then director local bodies, Karunesh Sharma had said.

Small builders have been resentful over this move and had given numerous representations to local bodies minister Brahm Mohindra, after which the department has now decided to review the decision. According to the department’s calculations, pending maps of these floors can earn the department Rs 40-50 crore in the form of various charges

“By allowing this activity, the department aims to give a push to the depressed construction sector. A boom in construction can boost economy, especially in times of covid-19. I have directed officials to make sure all rules are followed while allowing such construction. I am also holding a meeting with big builders soon to sort out all issues,” said Mohindra.

A senior department functionary said these constructions had been allowed only after taking legal opinion. “Interestingly, the department’s letter last year had no mention of ban on Ground plus two floors. Now, because other categories were banned, ULBs had also banned Ground plus two floors,” a senior official claimed.

This officer claimed that now the department has decided to issue a clarification to the ULBs to allow construction and has defined few new rules, with the local bodies director to issue formal orders.

MANDATORY RERA REGISTRATION AMONG NEW RULES

As per the draft of the clarification, while allowing this activity, the new rules say the ULBs must ensure that there is no violation of building bylaws and every such project should be registered with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA). Another guideline is that builder must obtain Change of Land Use (CLU) and licence for the purpose and there should not be any violation of RERA and the layout plan must be approved by the Competent Authority before construction of such independent floors.

The builder has to pay external development charges, CLU licence and processing fee charges as applicable to the Group Housing Projects and there should be no financial loss to the local bodies and the state government.

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    Punjab local govt dept to lift ban on building independent floors on plots (2)

    Ravinder Vasudeva is a principal correspondent who writes for the Punjab bureau of Hindustan Times.

Punjab local govt dept to lift ban on building independent floors on plots (2024)

FAQs

How many floors are allowed in Punjab? ›

The previous Congress government had lifted the ban on the construction of independent floors on individual plots by builders in Zirakpur. In 2020, the Local Government Department had allowed the approval of building plans for G+2, G+3 and S+4 independent floors under the Punjab Municipal Building Bylaws 2018.

Is floor wise registry allowed in Punjab? ›

The local bodies department, Punjab, has banned registries on the sale of individual floors of multi-storey residential houses developed by the promoters for which the approval was procured for selling the plots or houses as one unit.

What is independent building floor? ›

An independent builder floor is found in an independent residential structure. A floor in a low rise structure with G+ 2 or 3 floors in the name of builder is an independent builder floor. You must note that each floor is a single residential unit. You can find such dwellings in urban Indian cities.

What is independent floor policy in Punjab? ›

a) Basem*nt shall not be allowed. b) In case any person wants to construct Independent Floors on his property and the adjoining properties on all sides are existing Residential Plotted, then the applicant shall be bound to obtain NOC from the adjoining plot holders on all sides.

How many layers of floor can you have? ›

While there are some instances where you could have less layers to your flooring, that would be the exception to the rule. In almost every instance there is the floor covering, the underlayment, the subfloor, and the floor joists.

Which floor is best in a builder floor? ›

If you enjoy scenic views, the best option for you would be the first floor. But if you are not comfortable living on higher floors, you can choose middle or lower floors. If easy accessibility to the ground floor is the family's requirement, a ground-floor apartment is an ideal option.

What is a single floor of a building used as a home answer? ›

A single-storey house is often referred to, particularly in the United Kingdom, as a bungalow.

What are 3 types of floor plans? ›

Types of Floor Plans

There are three main ways to create the layout of a house and convey the information homebuyers want to know: 2D Floor Plans. 3D Floor Plans. Live 3D Floor Plans.

What is the maximum land a person can hold in Punjab? ›

Permissible area in terms of first quality land = 7 hectares. Surplus area in terms of the first quality land = 10.592 hectares.

Can a house have 3 floors? ›

Yes, three story house plans can in fact be a highly practical choice, especially if you're working with a narrow lot. As land become more and more scarce, building up rather than out is often the best and smartest choice a homeowner can make.

Can a building have 100 floors? ›

Dubai and Chicago have three buildings with at least 100 floors. All of the buildings on this list are over 1,000 ft (305 meter) "supertalls", and, with the exception of Australia 108, are among the world's tallest buildings.

How many different floors can you have in a house? ›

That means you should only have two different flooring in one room, but if it is an expansive one, you can make it three. Different flooring throughout the house should not exceed three either, even if it is a large house. A single floor type should be enough for a small property.

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