GURUGRAM: The Haryana government has intensified its crackdown on illegal constructions and the commercial misuse of residential properties in DLF phases 1-5.
The number of properties currently under investigation has reached 4,565. This was revealed after the enforcement wing of the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) issued a revised public notice. An earlier survey had identified violations in 4,183 properties.
The recent notice has been posted on the DTCP’s official website following a new survey mandated by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. A comprehensive list of affected properties is available at tcpharyana.gov.in, enabling property owners to verify their property’s status. The department is accepting objections from affected owners until January 16, 2026.
The latest survey uncovered an additional 382 properties with discrepancies from approved building plans or unauthorized commercial activities in residential areas.
Officials stated that this initiative aims to ensure transparency and give all impacted homeowners a fair chance to have their voices heard before any further action is taken.
Property owners who wish to contest the findings or the classification of violations are required to submit written objections to the district town planner (enforcement) office in Gurgaon.
These objections should include relevant documentation, such as sanctioned building plans, BR-3 approvals, occupation certificates, recent property photographs, and complete contact information. Officials emphasized that objections submitted after the deadline will not be acknowledged.
This initiative follows judicial intervention after complaints surfaced regarding the lack of hearings for affected homeowners. On October 28, the Supreme Court noted that several homeowners were not included in prior proceedings and were denied the chance to present their case. The court vacated the previous order and reinstated the matter before the High Court.
On November 26, the High Court directed the state government and the town planning department to issue a thorough public notice, hear all objections from affected parties, and conclude the process within a specified timeframe. Based on objections received by January 16, the town planning department is to file a status report with the High Court.
The next hearing is scheduled for January 30, 2026. Officials reiterated that unauthorized constructions and commercial use of residential properties contravene the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, and further actions will proceed strictly in line with court directives.
