UP govt set to implement new building & construction by-laws by May 30
The Uttar Pradesh government is set to implement by May 30 the Building Construction and Development By-laws, 2025, a 'comprehensive' draft proposal of which will soon be placed before the state Cabinet for approval, officials said.
According to the proposed byelaws, building a house on a plot of 1,000 square feet will no longer require an approved map. An architect's certificate will suffice for residential plots up to 5,000 square feet and commercial plots up to 2,000 square feet. These provisions are expected to simplify procedures and reduce delays in the construction process.
The Housing and Urban Planning Department submitted the draft to the Chief Minister, with a view to streamlining and making construction and business operations in urban and rural areas more accessible and feasible.
The implementation of the by-laws is aimed to make urban planning more feasible and create a conducive environment for investment and job creation.
One of the most transformative features of the new bylaws is allowance for small and medium-scale businesses to operate from residential complexes, the officials said. Commercial activities will be permitted in residential buildings on roads wider than 24 meters, while multi-storey buildings will be allowed on roads over 45 meters wide. The state government is also enhancing the floor area ratio (FAR) to enable more construction on available land.
The revised draft emphasises green buildings, energy efficiency and disaster-resilient structures, the officials said. It also focuses on affordable housing and slum rehabilitation to support the urban poor, aligning with the government's commitment to inclusive development, they added.
During a recent review meeting, public suggestions and objections were invited on the draft proposal.
A total of 1,153 responses covering key areas such as simplifying construction norms, environmental safeguards, and promoting commercial activities in residential zones were received within the stipulated time frame, they said. A revised proposal incorporating the relevant feedback will soon be submitted to the Cabinet for final approval, it is learnt.
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