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DTCP Demolishes Illegal Structure in Emaar Palm Hills, Gurugram

Representative image created by AI GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) has demolished an unauthorized meeting hall constructed by the Residents’ Welfare Association (RWA) of EMAAR Palm Hills in Sector 77. This structure was built in a shared open space without DTCP’s approval, contravening the designated layout plan. The department emphasized that a resolution passed in a general body meeting does not grant RWAs the legal authority to erect permanent or semi-permanent structures, particularly in green belt areas or public spaces as indicated in the layout plan. The department has warned RWAs against similar infractions in the…

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Final Warning Issued to 60 Sushant Lok Homes in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: More than a month after receiving no responses from property owners regarding its notices, the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP), led by District Town Planner Amit Madholia, has intensified enforcement efforts in Sushant Lok 2. Restoration orders have now been issued for over 60 residential properties due to violations of building codes and unauthorized commercial activities. These restoration orders serve as the final warning—failure to comply could result in “sealing, demolition, or even cancellation of occupation certificates.” Amit Madholia stated, “This action is being conducted in strict accordance with planning regulations. Property owners who have violated residential…

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DTCP to Appoint Admins for Illegal RWAs Structures in Gurugram

GURUGRAM: On Monday, the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) demolished an illegal structure constructed by the previous Residents’ Welfare Association (RWA) of Suncity Avenue, Sector 102. Officials stated that the makeshift structure, situated at the rear of the society, was used for religious activities. “The illegal construction came to our attention following formal complaints from residents. After verification, we issued a demolition order in accordance with the law,” explained Amit Madholia, the district town planner (enforcement). The authorities pointed out a growing trend of RWAs engaging in unauthorized constructions within common areas of housing societies. “These structures, often…

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Notices to 266 for Home Business Operations & Code Violations

AI-generated Representative Image GURUGRAM: For the third week in a row, the district town planner (enforcement) team conducted an “office on the spot” drive in Sushant Lok phases 2 and 3. Approximately 266 notices were affixed to homes that violated building guidelines, zoning laws, and occupancy certificate regulations. Of these, 183 violations were found in phase 3 and 83 in phase 2, bringing the total to over 650 notices issued in the last three weeks. Led by DTP (enforcement) Amit Madholia, the team performed a door-to-door survey in Sectors 55, 56, and 57 to pinpoint properties being used for commercial…

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Gurugram: Four Illegal Homes Demolished, Two Buildings Sealed

GURUGRAM: The Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) in Gurgaon, along with a team from the Sector 53 police station, conducted a demolition operation in Saraswati Kunj along Golf Course Road on Sunday. DTCP officials reported that enforcement actions led to the demolition of four illegally constructed houses that violated approved layout plans. These structures were raised without the necessary approvals and clearances. Furthermore, two buildings nearing completion were sealed for breaching zoning and planning regulations. The enforcement team also demolished two unauthorized labor accommodations situated on the right of way (ROW) of the internal road within the colony.…