Tag: Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP)

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Gurugram: Notices Issued to Illegal Buildings near Sultanpur Park

File Photo GURUGRAM: Nearly a week after identifying 183 alleged violations in the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of Sultanpur National Park, authorities commenced enforcement actions on Monday. Officials from various departments—including forest and wildlife, town and country planning (DTCP), Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB), and public health engineering (PHED)—inspected residential, commercial, and farmhouse properties within the designated ESZ to verify permits and construction status. Joint teams evaluated illegal structures, leading the forest department to issue initial notices and initiate demolition proceedings for under-construction buildings. This action marks a significant shift, as the forest department had rarely issued such notices independently…

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DTCP Resumes Demolition in Gurugram’s DLF Phase III

Representative Image GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has resumed its enforcement operations in DLF Phase 3 after a two-week hiatus, focusing on unauthorized constructions, illegal paying guest (PG) accommodations, and encroachments on public land, as per directions from the Punjab and Haryana High Court. The operation, led by district town planner (enforcement) Amit Madholia, targeted restoration of buildings to their original sanctioned layouts. This involved demolishing illegal constructions in stilt parking areas, sealing two PG accommodations, and clearing encroachments from the right of way (ROW) outside approximately 30 residences. Police and district administration personnel supported the…

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Aadhaar e-KYC, QR Code Required for Haryana Property Registration

GURUGRAM: The property registration process in Haryana has undergone a significant transformation. This new, technology-driven system aims to enhance speed, security, and transparency. Mandatory components include Aadhaar-based e-KYC (electronic know your customer), biometric authentication, and digital signatures for all property registrations. Moreover, every registered document will now feature a QR code for easy authenticity verification. The updated system is now in effect for all types of registrations throughout the state. Officials from the revenue department indicate that these reforms will simplify, expedite, and enhance the transparency of the property registration and mutation process. The QR code on registry papers is…

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Haryana’s OC Self-Certification Policy Faces Scrutiny After Probe

GURUGRAM: Haryana’s self-certification policy for issuing occupation certificates (OCs) in licensed colonies is facing criticism. A joint investigation by the CM’s Flying Squad and the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) uncovered several buildings that were granted OCs despite being incomplete. Inspections in licensed colonies revealed ongoing construction with buildings lacking basic finishing touches, yet they were marked as complete in official records. Following the findings, show-cause notices have been issued to multiple architects, and departmental action is underway. Investigations into additional suspected violations are ongoing. This inquiry has raised concerns about the framework established in November 2022, which…

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Tenants in Gurugram must leave illegal PGs by June 30

GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has issued a public advisory urging occupants of illegal paying guest (PG) accommodations, guesthouses, hotels, co-living facilities, and commercial establishments on residential plots to seek alternative arrangements by June 30. This action pertains primarily to residential plots in DLF Phases 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. The DTCP has encouraged all occupants, tenants, and paying guests to verify the legal status of their properties and, if necessary, secure alternative accommodation ahead of the July deadline to avoid disruptions from sealing or restoration actions. The advisory, released by the district town planner…

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Gurugram DLF-3: Hotels, PGs, Offices Sealed for Code Violations

GURUGRAM: The enforcement wing of the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) initiated a major restoration and enforcement drive against unauthorized constructions and commercial activities from residential premises in DLF-3 on Thursday. Following directions from the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the operation began around noon in S-Block on Nathupur Road, supported by police and district administration. Led by District Town Planner (Enforcement) Amit Madholia, this marks the start of a broader enforcement campaign targeting violations across DLF-1 to 5. During the operation, multiple establishments were sealed, including hotels, paying guest accommodations, offices, a hospital, and a beauty parlour.…

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1,000+ Homes Ignore Stilt Parking Rules in Gurugram, DLF Leads

GURUGRAM: A significant crackdown on the misuse of parking areas in upscale residential districts has revealed extensive violations in stilt-plus-four-floor (S+4) buildings. The Department of Town and Country Planning (Enforcement) has identified violations in 1,137 residences across 19 licensed colonies in the city. Data acquired by TOI indicates that 968 property owners have received show-cause notices, and 18 buildings have been sealed for breaching sanctioned building plans. The Punjab and Haryana High Court will review the matter on May 12, when the department is expected to provide a comprehensive compliance report. DLF-2 recorded the highest number of violations, with 453…

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Haryana: DTCP Initiates Statewide Audit of Infrastructure, Funds

GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has launched a statewide initiative to collect data on infrastructure capacity, encroachments, and funds utilization, following an interim order from the Punjab and Haryana High Court regarding the stilt-plus-four (S+4) policy. In a memo issued on Wednesday, the department instructed key urban agencies—including metropolitan development authorities, municipal corporations, HSVP, HSIIDC, and other local bodies—to provide detailed reports by 10:30 AM on May 1, in anticipation of the next hearing on May 4. Urban planners believe this effort could significantly impact residential densification policies statewide. “The court is assessing whether infrastructure can…

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New Demolitions Planned in Gurugram’s HSVP Sectors

File Photo GURUGRAM: The Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) is set to launch a comprehensive anti-encroachment campaign starting Monday, aimed at clearing the right-of-way across 44 sectors for public infrastructure including roads and utilities. This initiative will roll out in phases throughout May and June. This initiative follows a five-day demolition operation led by the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP), targeting all unauthorized encroachments such as kitchen gardens, extended ramps, flower pots in public areas, temporary kiosks, pushcarts, and other blockages. HSVP officials urge residents to voluntarily dismantle these structures before the scheduled dates. A detailed timetable has…