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BMC invites suggestions on new policy for ‘iconic bldgs'
Mumbai: The BMC on Tuesday invited objections and suggestions from the public regarding a proposed modification in the Development Control and Promotion Regulation (DCPR) 2034.
This modification aims to introduce a new policy—Regulation 33(27) — for the development of "Iconic Buildings" in the city. The proposed policy defines "Iconic Buildings or Spaces" as structures that possess unique or distinctive characteristics such as size, shape, aesthetics, look, concept, theme, urban design, architectural design, or structural elements.
In cases where FSI is granted on special features for iconic buildings, up to 50% of the land rate as per the Annual Statement of Rates (ASR) will be charged, to be shared between the BMC and state govt in a 2:3 and 1:3 ratio, respectively.
A special scrutiny committee will be constituted to review and approve such proposals. It will be chaired by the Municipal Commissioner and include the Chief Engineer (DP), a renowned global architect, a visual arts personality, a member from Indian Business History, the Director of Town Planning (Govt of Maharashtra), and the BMC Municipal Secretary. Additionally, two experts from the fields of architecture or urban planning—one academic and one practitioner—may be appointed.
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Harshad Bhatia, an urban designer, said, "Every design that the selection committee decides to award FSI for 'Iconic' status must be open to public scrutiny."
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