November 28, 2001

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        Based on the recommendations of the Malhotra Committee Report-Part.I the Government had issued notification on July 23, 1998 allowing increased Floor Area Ratio, higher density and increased height for residential/plotted development in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. The local bodies were required to levy fees for the additional construction and to utilize the same for augmenting the civic infrastructure.

2. The Government vide notification of June 7, 2000 had indicated that sanction of building plans would be in accordance with sanctioned layout plans and service plans.

3. Subsequently, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) sought clarification indicating that the layout plans contain restrictions on density or the dwelling units per hectare but contain no restrictions on the number of floors and FAR. Hence they may continue to sanction building plans as per notification dated July 23, 1998. They would however be taking up augmentation of services as per need.

4. The Government has examined the matter and have clarified to the MCD that the sanction of additional floors and FAR as per the revised norms stipulated by the July 23, 1998 notification can be considered provided it does not lead to increase in number of dwelling units.

5. MCD has also been directed that the revenue to be generated from levy to be collected for the additional construction should be deposited in an escrow account to be utilized only for augmentation of civic infrastructure and services. A quarterly report is to be submitted to the Government indicating receipt of funds on this account and its use for augmentation of infrastructure.