Redevelopment FAQs (Paraphrased)






What is the MRTP Act, 1966?

The Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act governs planning and development in the state. It defines how land use, building permissions, and development control are managed by planning authorities.





Does the MRTP Act apply to redevelopment?

Yes. Redevelopment is considered “development” under the MRTP Act, so approvals from the local planning authority are required before starting work.





Who are the planning authorities?

Depending on the area, the planning authority could be MCGM, MMRDA, MHADA, MIDC, or SRA.





What is the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888?

This Act defines the powers and responsibilities of the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, including regulations on building, drainage, and urban development.





Does the MMC Act apply to redevelopment?

Yes. Developers must follow the construction and approval procedures mentioned in the MMC Act when undertaking redevelopment.





What is the RERA Act, 2016?

RERA regulates the real estate sector, promoting transparency and protecting homebuyers through registration and disclosure requirements.





Is RERA applicable to redevelopment?

Generally yes, if new flats are sold or allotted. If the project is only for existing members and no sale occurs, registration may not be needed.





What are the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR)?

DCPR contains rules for building layouts, height limits, redevelopment norms, and use of land within Mumbai.





What other directives affect redevelopment?

The Maharashtra Government Resolution (GR) under section 79A dated 4 July 2019 sets out detailed redevelopment procedures for housing societies.





What is redevelopment?

Redevelopment means demolishing an old structure and constructing a new one, typically when the building is old, unsafe, or has unused development potential.





What are the modes of redevelopment?

Societies may opt for self-development, appoint a developer, or sell the property outright depending on feasibility and member consent.





What is Cluster Development?

It’s redevelopment of multiple buildings within a defined area, governed by special DCPR provisions allowing larger plots and higher FSI.





What are the advantages of redevelopment?

Members get new, larger flats, modern amenities, additional compensation, and relief from frequent repair expenses.





What are FSI and TDR?

FSI (Floor Space Index) defines how much can be built on a plot. TDR (Transfer of Development Rights) allows unused development potential from one plot to be used on another.





How much additional FSI is available?

Extra FSI depends on the area and DCPR norms. Generally, incentive area is granted to accommodate existing members and support redevelopment.





How much parking is provided?

Parking is allotted as per DCPR, based on flat size and number of units, with additional visitor parking provisions.





How is the need for redevelopment determined?

A structural audit by a certified engineer helps decide. Buildings older than 30 years are usually checked every 3–5 years for safety.





Source (paraphrased): The Law Suits – Redevelopment FAQs