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Ghaziabad Reduces Property Tax Rates by Up to 40%

GHAZIABAD: On Saturday, the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) approved a 35-40% reduction in property tax rates, resolving a year-long impasse after the UP government introduced revised tax slabs. The GMC’s executive committee approved the resolution, which will lower the maximum tax from ₹4 to ₹3.40 per square foot, effective from April 15. This rollback follows months of protests from residents and political tensions, especially as the upcoming assembly elections loom. The state government’s formal directive provided the necessary intervention to resolve the deadlock between elected officials and the civic body regarding the earlier tax hike. Under the new structure, property…

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Ghaziabad Mandates Tree Planting for New Plot Approvals

GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Development Authority has introduced a new regulation making tree planting mandatory based on plot size to enhance the city’s green cover. This rule, effective from April 1, stipulates that no approval will be granted without a map that designates areas for planting. The Authority has implemented a security deposit system, which will be refunded if officials are satisfied with the tree planting on the respective plots. An official stated that for every 100 sqm of land, two trees are required, and these must be clearly marked on the submitted map. For commercial and industrial plots, two trees…

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Ghaziabad: GDA Requires Rooftop Solar Panels in Building Maps

Representative Image GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Development Authority has mandated that developers and property owners allocate space for rooftop solar panel installations in building plans submitted for approval. Officials have stated that any maps not in compliance will be rejected immediately. As part of the PM Surya Ghar scheme, applicants are also required to pay a refundable fee upon map approval, which will be returned once installation is confirmed during an inspection. The fee structure is based on plot size: Rs 20,000 for plots between 200 and 500 square meters, Rs 50,000 for plots ranging from 500 to 1,000 square meters,…

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GDA Hikes Fees: Builders Warn Buyers Will Suffer

GHAZIABAD: Following directives from the state government, the Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has announced an increase in various fees. Effective from April 1, there will be an average increase of 4% in development fees, building permit charges, and mandatory inspection fees for this financial year. The GDA stated that these revisions are in line with the cost index and part of its annual review; however, developers have expressed concerns that the overall financial burden will inevitably be passed on to homebuyers. The most significant impact will be felt by developers, who incur these charges at various stages of a project.…

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One Lakh Ghaziabad Property Owners Still Haven’t Paid Tax

GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation reported a collection of ₹305 crore in property tax for the fiscal year 2025-26, falling short by ₹35 crore compared to the previous year. This discrepancy has left over 100,000 residents unclear about their tax liabilities due to a dispute regarding a rate increase. A revised tax structure was implemented on April 1 of the previous year, intending to synchronize property tax rates with the district magistrate’s circle rate. As a result, the maximum property tax increased to ₹4 per square foot, up from ₹2.4, while the minimum slightly decreased from ₹1.6 to ₹1.3 per…

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Ghaziabad Residents Face 12% Penalty Fear Over Tax Dues

NOIDA: As the current financial year approaches its end, consumers are facing confusion regarding property tax obligations. Mayor Sunita Dayal claims the recent property tax hike has been reversed, while officials from the GMC assert that no such decision has been made. The mayor’s office insists that property taxes will return to their pre-April 1, 2025 levels. Meanwhile, consumers who have not settled their taxes are worried about facing a 12% penalty on their outstanding property tax dues after March 31. Raj Shekhar, a resident of Kavinagar, expressed frustration, stating, “This issue has been ongoing for a year. The mayor…

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Ghaziabad Body Hits Just 50% of Revenue Goal

GHAZIABAD: The Ghaziabad Development Authority (GDA) has struggled to generate revenue from compounding fees during the fiscal year 2025-26, achieving only 50% of its target. The compounding charge is an additional fee levied by the development authority for construction that exceeds the approved layout plan, provided the deviation does not exceed 10%. According to documents obtained by TOI, GDA aimed to collect Rs 103 crore from compounding fees but only managed to gather Rs 52 crore across its eight zones. The compounding charges are approximately Rs 482 per square meter for residential units and double that for commercial properties. For…

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Allahabad HC: Ensure Lifts, Ramps for Disabled in Complexes

PRAYAGRAJ: The Allahabad High Court has instructed Uttar Pradesh authorities to ensure that residential complexes equip themselves with accessible parking and amenities such as lifts, pavements, and gyms for individuals with disabilities. “Accessibility is a fundamental right for persons with disabilities, enabling access to facilities that are standard in a building,” stated the high court. The court was addressing a writ petition brought by M/S Scc Builders Private Limited, a construction firm, in response to an order related to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, concerning the parking space allocated to a resident at SCC Sapphire, a housing…

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Mayor Promises Relief, Ghaziabad Civic Body Sticks to Tax Hike

GHAZIABAD: Mayor Sunita Dayal announced that the substantial property tax increase that sparked protests throughout the city will be reversed shortly. She reported that senior officials in Lucknow assured her that the proposed revised rates, which residents fear could raise taxes by three to four times in certain areas, would not be enforced. A statement from the mayor’s office on Tuesday confirmed, “A decision has been made not to increase property taxes, allowing residents to continue under the existing tax structure.” However, the mayor’s office has not issued any official documents validating the retraction of the new tax framework. Officials…

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Sort waste at home for 10% property tax rebate: Ghaziabad

GHAZIABAD: Responding to protests regarding property tax after a recent ruling from the Allahabad High Court, the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) has introduced a series of rebates to alleviate the burden on its residents. During a board meeting on Saturday, GMC members approved a 10% property tax rebate for housing societies, institutions, and residents who segregate their waste at the source. This decision aligns with the implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, effective from April 1. Municipal commissioner Vikramaditya Malik Singh stated that the civic body currently offers a 20% rebate for timely tax payments. Furthermore, additional rebates…