Tag: Occupancy Certificates (OC)

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Bengaluru Tower Demolition Plan Triggers OC Debate

BENGALURU: The proposed demolition of an 18-storey apartment tower in southeast Bengaluru has sparked significant debate over the reliability of occupancy certificates (OCs) issued by the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA). The 49-unit structure at SNN Raj Etternia near Kudlu received its OC earlier this year but is now set for demolition following new geotechnical investigations that uncovered serious soil issues. While the developer assures that the remaining 14 towers in the 972-unit township are structurally sound, residents argue that this incident highlights critical concerns regarding the building approval and certification process. Urban planning expert Ashwin Mahesh noted that the situation…

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Supreme Court Ruling Delays Smart Meter Rollout in Karnataka

Representative Image BENGALURU: The government’s initiative to implement smart meters for new electricity connections across the state has resulted in significant administrative hurdles, exacerbated by confusion regarding the Supreme Court’s mandate for mandatory occupancy certificates (OC). Smart meters are anticipated to minimize transmission losses, enhance billing accuracy, and facilitate real-time monitoring of electricity usage. However, the Supreme Court’s ruling, aimed at reinforcing building compliance standards, has inadvertently impeded progress in modernizing the power sector. The program, launched nearly a year ago, was initially targeted for all new and temporary electricity connections in the jurisdictions of Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom)…