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Bangalore Body Limits Revised Building Plans After OCs

BENGALURU: In a positive development for apartment residents, the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has implemented new restrictions on revising building plans post-issuance of occupancy certificates (OC). A circular issued by BDA on July 15 requires approval from at least two-thirds of apartment owners for any modifications when third-party rights are involved, and disallows revisions in projects that have already utilized the permissible Floor Area Ratio (FAR). A senior official mentioned to TOI that BDA will no longer issue revised master plans for builders, clarifying the enforcement of these regulations. This directive follows an ongoing legal dispute involving residents of HM…

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Karnataka Plans Vertical Growth Ordinance for Apartment Residents

BENGALURU: In a significant move towards vertical growth, the government announced on Thursday its plan to implement the Karnataka Apartment Ownership and Management Act 2025 (KAOMA) and will soon issue an ordinance, a decision set to benefit numerous apartment residents. During a debate on urban development in the assembly, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that the ordinance would follow discussions with stakeholders and legislators. BJP members, led by opposition leader R Ashoka, highlighted the long-standing demand among apartment residents for this legislation. Acknowledging this, Shivakumar remarked, “If it weren’t for a few clarifications, we would have already introduced the…

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Supreme Court: More FAR in Bengaluru will worsen civic issues

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court raised concerns on Monday regarding the Karnataka government’s approval of Premium Floor Area Ratio (PFAR) for construction. This decision could facilitate the erection of multistoried buildings on narrow 9-metre-wide roads in Bengaluru, exacerbating the city’s already strained civic amenities. A bench comprising CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi expressed, “Allowing PFAR would enable construction on narrow roads. Builders may entice flat buyers with appealing offers, but what about civic amenities? While increased FAR might be justifiable in newly developed areas, granting such permissions in established residential zones would strain these amenities. What happens to…