Chandigarh Plan Changes to Boost Housing and Affordability
CHANDIGARH: Proposed changes to the Chandigarh Master Plan (CMP) 2031 could lead to substantial expansions in housing and mixed-use developments in the city. The UT administration aims to unlock large areas of vacant land and allow for higher-density construction. Officials believe these changes will address Chandigarh’s increasing housing demand, enhance affordability, and make home ownership more accessible for a broader segment of the population. A major element of the proposal includes nearly doubling the city’s mixed land use (MLU) area. The draft amendments also suggest raising the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and promoting vertical development in select zones. According to…