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Bangalore body to pay ₹56L interest for Kempegowda delays

BENGALURU: The Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (K-Rera) has instructed the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) to pay ₹56 lakh in interest to complainant Mridula Krishnapur for delays in providing basic amenities at the Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout (NPKL). This decision marks a significant setback for the BDA, whose NPKL project was previously flagged as lapsed by K-Rera last year. The authority also determined that BDA qualifies as a ‘promoter’ under the Rera Act, holding it accountable for any delays and inadequacies. Mridula had purchased a site in the 8th Block of Sector-B of NPKL in Kengeri hobli for ₹96.9 lakh under…

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Layout Approvals Reflect Bengaluru’s Evolving Growth

Representative AI image BENGALURU: The evolution of the city’s urban sprawl is evident not just in its changing skylines but also in its developmental layouts. Data from the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) highlights how the city’s growth trajectory has shifted over the past fifty years in response to changes in land use, job availability, and infrastructure. From 1972 to 2025, the BDA has approved 1,017 layouts. In the early years, development was concentrated in southern Bengaluru, which still represents 40-43% of all approved layouts. Areas like Uttarahalli, Begur, and Kengeri emerged as primary hubs for planned expansion, attributed to their…

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Bengaluru body launches new master plan for 500 sq km area

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of your content: BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has begun drafting a Revised Master Plan 2041 for regions outside the Greater Bengaluru Area (GBA). This decision marks a renewed emphasis on the city’s peripheral areas, with a tender notification issued on April 1. The move follows the transfer of planning authority for regions within GBA to the municipal corporation, diminishing the BDA’s role in central city planning. Now, the agency is refocusing on approximately 500 sq km of land outside GBA limits. This area encompasses considerable revenue land that could significantly impact Bengaluru’s future…

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Bengaluru Plans 4,200+ Flats, Focuses on Vertical Housing

Representative Image BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) is shifting its focus from large plotted layouts to apartment complexes, initiating six new housing projects that will offer 4,251 flats as part of its strategy to enhance residential infrastructure. These projects, amounting to ₹3,200 crore, are located in Konadasapura, Electronics City, Valagerahalli, Kalathammanahalli, and Kenchanapura, featuring unit types ranging from 1BHK to 4BHK. Current work includes essential infrastructure such as roads, drainage, and power supply. One of the most significant developments is the Konadasapura Phase 1 housing scheme in Bidarahalli hobli, which is set to include 1,928 flats – comprising 480…

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Bangalore Development Body Promotes: Karnataka REAT

BENGALURU: The BDA must adhere to all regulations outlined in the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, including project registration, as it is classified as a promoter when developing layouts and selling plots. This observation was made by the Karnataka Real Estate Appellate Tribunal in its March 3 ruling, which upheld K-Rera’s directive regarding the Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout (NPKL). However, BDA officials have indicated to TOI that they plan to challenge the tribunal’s decision in the high court. The case originated from a K-Rera order dated November 7, 2025, following complaints by allottees of the NPKL project. K-Rera addressed these…

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Over 2,200 Unsold Homes by Bengaluru Development Body

BENGALURU: Despite being priced lower than similar offerings from private developers, thousands of flats and villas built by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) on the city’s outskirts are finding it hard to attract buyers. Currently, 2,294 units remain unsold even years after completion. The BDA has made various efforts to stimulate sales, such as hosting property fairs, providing bulk discounts, and offering a 5% rebate on selected projects, yet the response from potential buyers has been underwhelming. Residents attribute the lack of interest mainly to inadequate infrastructure. Many housing developments are devoid of essential amenities like proper road access, street…

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New Penalties Replace 10% Levy on Vacant Bengaluru Sites

BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has updated the penalty for owners who do not construct houses within the specified five-year period under lease-cum-sale agreements. Instead of the previous flat rate of 10%, introduced in September 2024, a new tiered penalty system ranging from 2.5% to 10% will be applied based on the size of the site. This change comes in response to feedback from site allottees, who argued that the uniform 10% penalty of the current guidance value for vacant sites was excessive and did not consider the diverse dimensions of sites or individual financial situations. Following these concerns,…

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Panel Formed to Investigate Thanisandra Demolitions in Bengaluru

BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has established a two-member committee comprising retired district judges to investigate the removal of alleged encroachments in Thanisandra village, specifically in Arkavathi Layout. According to a public notice issued on January 29, the BDA appointed this committee to evaluate if proper procedures were followed during the demolition drive conducted on January 8, which resulted in the clearing of around 22 ‘illegal structures’ across two acres. Residents have expressed concerns after claiming they purchased the sites through agents, raising alarms over possible illegal property transactions, reminiscent of the issues previously reported in the Kogilu Layout…

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Bengaluru to Reduce Penalties for Vacant Sites Citywide

BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) is considering a reduction in penalties for allottees who have left their residential plots vacant for years. This decision comes after the authority recognized that the current flat-rate penalty system has not been effective. During a recent governing council meeting, officials acknowledged that the existing 10% penalty, linked to market values, has failed to incentivize site owners to either pay or begin construction. Many beneficiaries have ignored demand notices, prompting the BDA to explore a more practical and graded penalty structure. Under the proposed changes, beneficiaries who build homes within five years of receiving…

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Bengaluru body to inform public about illegal layouts

BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has identified 258 unauthorized layouts within its jurisdiction as part of its initiative to combat illegal urban development. To educate citizens about proper construction and planning, the BDA is set to release a series of public interest notices. These notices will outline important details, including the definition of a layout, necessary approvals, and the authorities responsible for granting permissions. The awareness campaign, expected to kick off in Budigere and its neighboring areas, has emerged in response to the ongoing conversion of agricultural and green belt lands into residential plots. The BDA has issued a…