Land use change process in UP only after paying special fees
ECONOMY & POLICY

Land use change process in UP only after paying special fees

Land use upgradation in Uttar Pradesh will now come with a price tag, as the state government has enacted amendments to the UP Urban Planning and Development Act. These amendments introduce the imposition of special amenity fees and the creation of amenity development funds under the jurisdiction of the state's housing development authorities. Notably, this marks a shift from the prior practice, where no charges were applied for altering land use.

Under the revised legislation, housing development authorities gain the authority to modify provisions specified in the master plan, contingent upon government approval. This strategic move is expected to boost urbanization efforts and empower authorities to generate additional revenue to enhance local amenities and services.

On September 15, the Housing and Urban Planning Department circulated the revised document among the vice-chairmen of 29 development authorities, setting the stage for its implementation.

A senior official elucidated the goals of the amended act, stating, "There is a strong possibility of upgradation of existing land use. Under the present scenario, construction work carried out in contravention of the land use stipulated in the master plan was regularized without any fees." With the new framework in place, authorities can now collect urban use charges during the approval process for elevated land use and land use change applications. They can also impose special amenity fees to facilitate significant infrastructure projects and revise the master plan as necessary. The funds generated through these measures will be deposited into the special amenities development fund of the relevant authority.

This policy alteration is anticipated to stimulate urban development in Uttar Pradesh while augmenting the capacity of local authorities to enhance public services and amenities in response to the evolving needs of the state's growing population.

Land use upgradation in Uttar Pradesh will now come with a price tag, as the state government has enacted amendments to the UP Urban Planning and Development Act. These amendments introduce the imposition of special amenity fees and the creation of amenity development funds under the jurisdiction of the state's housing development authorities. Notably, this marks a shift from the prior practice, where no charges were applied for altering land use. Under the revised legislation, housing development authorities gain the authority to modify provisions specified in the master plan, contingent upon government approval. This strategic move is expected to boost urbanization efforts and empower authorities to generate additional revenue to enhance local amenities and services. On September 15, the Housing and Urban Planning Department circulated the revised document among the vice-chairmen of 29 development authorities, setting the stage for its implementation. A senior official elucidated the goals of the amended act, stating, There is a strong possibility of upgradation of existing land use. Under the present scenario, construction work carried out in contravention of the land use stipulated in the master plan was regularized without any fees. With the new framework in place, authorities can now collect urban use charges during the approval process for elevated land use and land use change applications. They can also impose special amenity fees to facilitate significant infrastructure projects and revise the master plan as necessary. The funds generated through these measures will be deposited into the special amenities development fund of the relevant authority. This policy alteration is anticipated to stimulate urban development in Uttar Pradesh while augmenting the capacity of local authorities to enhance public services and amenities in response to the evolving needs of the state's growing population.

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Afcons shares gain momentum with Bhopal Metro Line 2 project

Afcons Infrastructure made a quiet debut on the stock market on Monday but quickly gained momentum after emerging as the lowest bidder for the Bhopal metro project line 2 package.The Bhopal Metro Phase 1 project’s 12.915 km Blue Line (Line-2) will link Bhadbhada Chauraha and Ratnagiri Tiraha, spanning 13 elevated stations. This package, issued by the Madhya Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (MPMRCL), involves constructing all 13 stations of the Blue Line’s viaduct. The depot will also be shared with the Orange Line (Karond Circle to AIIMS) for maintenance and stabling purposes.Afcons’ exten..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

Locals urge CM to opt for road bypass over flyover at Dandeavaddo

Chinchinim villagers respectfully requested Pramod Sawant, Chief Minister, to instruct the Public Works Department (PWD) and the National Highway authorities to construct a road bypass instead of a flyover on the Dandeavaddo stretch of NH66. The villagers, led by Sarpanch Frank Viegas and Velim MLA Cruz Silva, also raised the long-standing issue of building the Chinchinim Panchayat Ghar and a multi-purpose project on panchayat land that was acquired more than 15 years ago. The delegation met the Chief Minister at the St. Sebastian Chapel junction in Chinchinim as he was returning home from a..

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

MLA Yashpal Suvarna Announces Malpe-Udupi Highway Construction from Nov 6

MLA Yashpal Suvarna instructed officials to commence work on the Malpe-Udupi Highway on Wednesday. A meeting took place, attended by MP Kota Shrinivas Poojary, Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna, and Kaup MLA Suresh Shetty Gurme, to discuss the National Highway 169A project, which spans from Malpe to Udupi, covering areas like Hiriyadka, Parkala, and Perdur. The project had experienced delays due to incomplete land acquisition, but compensation notices have now been issued to the landowners. Of the 214 land acquisition files, 19 pertain to government land, while 195 involve private owners. Notices ha..

Hi There!

"Now get regular updates from CW Magazine on WhatsApp!

Join the CW WhatsApp channel for the latest news, industry events, expert insights, and project updates from the construction and infrastructure industry.

Click the link below to join"

+91 81086 03000