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Belagavi cancels PIDs of 31 illegal buildings, probes officials

BELAGAVI: The Belagavi City Corporation (BCC) has revoked Property Identification Numbers (PIDs) for 31 unauthorized buildings, leading to alarm among residents of similar projects. On April 24, BCC commissioner Kartik M issued two separate orders, cancelling 17 PIDs in one instance and 14 in another. The affected properties are apartments within two complexes located in Ward No. 9, built on lands acquired through Rs 100 stamp paper agreements that lack valid registration. This action has intensified fears among owners of buildings on unregistered sites, who allegedly received PIDs through collusion with civic officials. Both complexes are part of the Belagavi…

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Belagavi Civic Body’s Illegal Construction Crackdown Raises Accountability

BELAGAVI: On Thursday, the Belagavi City Corporation (BCC) ramped up its efforts against illegal constructions, initiating a partial demolition of a four-storey building in the bustling Maruti Galli area. The operation, carried out with JCB machinery, signifies a notable intensification in the enforcement of regulations against unauthorized structures in the city. The demolition captured significant public interest, drawing large crowds as sections of the building were dismantled. While many locals applauded the enforcement as a necessary assertion of civic oversight, it has also sparked controversy and raised concerns regarding governance, due process, and accountability within the urban local body. A…

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Belagavi civic body raises ₹18 crore in 20 days’ tax collection

BELAGAVI: The Belagavi City Corporation (BMC) has seen a promising start in its property tax collections for the current financial year, amassing Rs 18.12 crore from April 1 to April 20, thanks to a 5% early payment rebate. This strong collection in just 20 days significantly enhances the corporation’s revenue base at the year’s outset. Officials anticipate that collections will accelerate through the end of April, as they typically spike in the final week of the month. The 5% rebate is available from April 1 to 30, encouraging taxpayers to settle their dues promptly. Civic officials have observed a noticeable…

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40% of Belagavi Property Owners Miss Tax Payments

BELAGAVI: A troubling trend is emerging in Belagavi city, where nearly 40% of property owners have not settled their property tax dues for the 2025-26 financial year, raising crucial concerns about both revenue recovery and administrative efficiency. According to insiders at the Belagavi City Corporation (BCC), the city has 166,178 registered properties. Out of these, property tax dues have only been cleared for 95,829 properties. This includes defaulters from various sectors, such as private residences, businesses, educational institutions, and even government establishments. Despite assertions of financial discipline and efforts to enhance revenue collection, BCC only gathered ₹70.8 crore in property…

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Belagavi: Probe launched into 10-storey building violations

BELAGAVI: The city commissioner of Belagavi, Karthik K, has initiated an investigation into possible irregularities concerning a ten-story private building under construction in Shivaji Nagar, near the Belagavi City Corporation (BCC) office. The inquiry will focus on alleged building code violations and the issuance of property identification (PID) numbers. The project is under scrutiny for potential non-compliance with essential regulatory standards, including minimum road widths, required setbacks, floor area ratios, fire safety clearances, structural stability certifications, environmental approvals, and parking requirements. The controversy has escalated amid claims that construction began without securing the necessary approvals. The perceived inaction from the…

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Belagavi: BCC’s Property Tax Hits ₹70.8 Crore, Still Short of Goal

BELAGAVI: The Belagavi City Corporation (BCC) collected ₹70.8 crore in property tax for the fiscal year 2025-26, marking a slight rise of ₹1.3 crore from the ₹69.5 crore collected in 2024-25. Despite this marginal increase, the civic body again fell short of its revenue target. The revenue department aimed for ₹78 crore this year, in addition to ₹11.4 crore from the previous year, resulting in a total target of ₹89.4 crore, which was not achieved. Officials, including City Corporation Commissioner Kartik M and Revenue Deputy Commissioner Sidhu Hulloli, made extensive efforts to boost collections. Multiple review meetings were conducted, specific…

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Belagavi Revises Property Tax Rates Effective April 1

BELAGAVI: The Belagavi City Corporation (BCC) has updated property tax rates effective April 1, aiming to generate an additional Rs 2-3 crore in annual revenue. The tax rate for residential properties will rise by 3%, while commercial and industrial properties, along with all types of real estate plots, will see an increase of 4%. Owners can benefit from a 5% discount if the total tax is paid by the end of April. According to BCC sources, there are currently over 1.5 lakh properties, including residential and commercial. Historically, these properties generated about Rs 75 to 80 crore annually in taxes,…

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Belagavi civic body records ₹44.7 crore in Q1 property tax

BELAGAVI: The Belagavi City Corporation (BCC) has set an ambitious goal of collecting Rs 75 crore in property tax for the financial year 2025-26. So far, the civic body has collected Rs 44.7 crore in the first quarter, aided by a 5% rebate scheme that ended on June 30. This figure represents the highest Q1 property tax collection in the BCC’s history, attributed to an effective awareness campaign about the rebate and diligent efforts to stop revenue losses. With Rs 44.7 crore already in hand, the BCC aims to raise the remaining Rs 30 crore in the upcoming quarters to…