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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Karnataka eases setback rules to promote stilt parking in Bengaluru
Aimed at optimising urban space and improving parking infrastructure, the Karnataka government has amended the Zonal Regulations under the Revised Master Plan (RMP) 2015 for Bengaluru, allowing flexibility in construction and other all-round development norms of buildings in the tech hub. The notification states that buildings — whether new, under construction, or undergoing modifications — may now convert their ground floor into stilt parking without the stilt floor height being counted towards the building's total height, provided the floor does not exceed 3 metres in height, up from less than 2.4 metres previously. Likewise, the maximum permissible height for certain building components, previously capped at 11.5 metres when stilt parking was included, has now been increased to 12 metres. The stilt floor shall be mandatorily used for vehicle parking. Commenting on the amendment, Dhananjaya Padmanabhachar, convenor of the Karnataka Home Buyers Forum, emphasised that the government must ensure strict adherence to zoning regulations and building laws in all constructions. 'When they issue Occupancy Certificates (OC), the responsibility to enforce these rules lies squarely with them. By allowing exemptions on OCs and Completion Certificates (CC), we anticipate a rise in irregularities. It appears the government is shifting the burden of accountability onto homeowners. The Supreme Court has made it clear that if a government officer fails to ensure compliance, higher authorities must take action. These exemptions, in effect, allow the government to sidestep its own responsibility,' Padmanabhachar added. In cases where buildings up to 15 metres in height include stilt floors, the minimum required setbacks — or space between the building and the property boundary — are now more lenient, especially for plots smaller than 4,000 square metres. Setbacks for taller buildings, ranging from 18 to 50 metres and beyond, remain unchanged, ensuring that safety, light, and ventilation standards are not compromised. Kishan Govindaraju, executive director at Vaishnavi Group, noted the move will boost property values by ensuring well-spaced developments that enhance quality of life with better sunlight and airflow, aligning real estate growth with Smart City goals in high-density areas. The reworked regulation stated that any misuse of stilt floors is strictly prohibited, with violators facing legal action, including possible closure of the area. Furthermore, buildings found in violation will be denied utility connections by both Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) and the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB). For non-residential buildings, if stilt floors are used for purposes other than parking, trade licences will be confiscated or not issued. Realtor BCD Group welcomed the state government's move, stating it will promote equitable living by ensuring adequate spacing between structures and creating more habitable, less cluttered urban spaces. 'This notification will guide the industry towards optimising land usage in order to provide sufficient open spaces for a variety of use cases, both necessary and leisure. We believe this incremental step will go a long way in reimagining Bengaluru for the future of tomorrow with sustainable development at its core,' said Angad Bedi, chief managing director of BCD Group.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Karnataka revises setback rules for buildings in Bengaluru; introduces new stilt parking rule
The Karnataka government has notified amendments to the Zonal Regulations of the Revised Master Plan (RMP), 2015 for Bengaluru's Local Planning Area (LPA), rationalising all-round building setback requirements. In addition, the notification revises permissible stilt height, earlier referred to as 'less than 2.4m,' to 'up to 3m.' Similarly, the maximum permissible height for certain building components where the stilt height was set at 11.5m has been revised to 12m. The revised regulations, issued on August 1, by the Urban Development Department, are now in effect. The amendment introduces a calibrated setback system for buildings above 12m in height. The minimum required front, rear, and side setbacks will now be determined based on both building height and plot size. For buildings between 12m and 15m high, constructed on plots up to 4,000 sq. m with stilt parking, the required setbacks can now be 1m to 1.5m. For buildings in plot sizes above 4,000 sq. m, the setbacks are benchmarked at 5m. For buildings above 12m up to 15m where stilt parking is not constructed, the setback is set at 5m. As the height of a building increases, so do the minimum setback requirements, scaling up to 16m for buildings taller than 50m. The setback requirements for different slabs, categorised based on building heights. Alongside the setback revisions, the amendment ensures the use of stilt floors exclusively for vehicle parking. The stilt floor, now clearly defined as being up to 3m in height, will not be counted towards the total height of the building. In addition, strict enforcement clauses have been introduced to prevent misuse. The use of stilt floors for commercial, storage, or habitable purposes is expressly prohibited. Such violations will result in denial of power and water connections by BESCOM and BWSSB. In the case of non-residential buildings or office spaces, misuse could also lead to the cancellation or withholding of trade licences. The amendment not only optimises land use but also helps maintain essential standards of fire safety and curb issues such as rampant roadside parking in residential areas. The notification, published under Section 13-E of the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act, 1961, follows the release of a draft on June 12, which invited public objections.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Karnataka government notifies revised setback rules for buildings in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: In a move that will significantly impact future constructions across the tech capital, the state govt has notified an amendment to zonal regulations under the Revised Master Plan (RMP) 2015. The amendment, in effect from Aug 1, lays down clear and updated setback norms for buildings across the city, particularly focusing on structures taller than 12 metres. Setback, which refers to the minimum open space required between a building and the property's boundary, has been a long-contested urban planning issue in the city, where rapid vertical growth has outpaced regulatory clarity. The new norms aim to address ambiguities by specifying setback requirements based on building height and whether a stilt floor (typically used for parking) is included. According to the new regulations, all types of buildings on a plot size of up to 4,000sqm are supposed to leave a minimum setback area of 1.5m in the front and 1m each on the sides and the rear. For buildings on a plot size of more than 4,000sqm, the minimum setback area on the front, rear, and sides is 5m. For buildings with 12 to 15 floors but without a stilt floor, the setback area mandated is 5m. However, the setback requirement increases for buildings with 15-plus floors, depending on height (see box). by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Substance Found in Pink Salt has Bariatric Effects on Women Over 50 Health & Family Click Here Undo This codified gradation aims to ensure that taller buildings allow more open space around them, contributing to better light, ventilation, and emergency access. You Can Also Check: Bengaluru AQI | Weather in Bengaluru | Bank Holidays in Bengaluru | Public Holidays in Bengaluru The amendment also throws more clarity on stilt floors. When stilt parking is provided, the height of the stilt floor shall be up to 3m, measured from floor to floor. Crucially, this floor's height will not be counted towards the building's total height, provided the overall height remains below 15m. The new regulations apply to all new constructions, including ongoing work for which plan approvals and modified plan approvals have been granted. In case of existing structures and buildings under construction, the ground floor may be converted into stilt parking and height of the stilt floor shall not be considered for computing the total height of the building. In such cases, a modified plan or sanction for alteration may be approved accordingly. However, the height of stilt floor shouldn't exceed 3m in any case," the final notification adds.
Metro
03-08-2025
- Metro
British soldiers' details to be given to kids they allegedly fathered in Kenya
Information about British soldiers who are believed to have fathered and abandoned their children while stationed in Kenya will be given to the children involved. The High Court has issued an unprecedented ruling, demanding the release of the names and addresses of 11 soldiers to children in Kenya they're suspected of fathering. There are fears that here could be hundreds more children fathered by British soldiers who were posted in Kenya. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Revenue & Customs will be required to disclose the last known contact details of the men. An investigation from The Times first uncovered women in Kenya who said they had been in relationships with the soldiers, who left when they were restationed to the UK. The children from the relationship were abandoned, with the women forced to raise them on their own. Many of the soldiers involved reportedly got married and had other children, denying any efforts from the mothers of their children to get in contact. Some of the children in the lawsuit are hoping to have the soldiers named as their legal parents, which could mean they are entitled to British citizenship. Rob George KC, who represented the children, said DNA evidence showed the fathers were not Kenyan, in an area where the only non-black people were those on the army base. James Netto, one of the children's solicitors, added: 'For too long, men in the British Army have acted with outrageous, brazen impunity — buoyed by the huge power imbalance in their favour, and their misbelief that their actions abroad have no consequences for them when they return home. 'They have been fathering children and simply abandoning them — leaving the children, and their families, in extraordinarily challenging circumstances in an impoverished part of rural Kenya. 'As the Ministry of Defence knows all too well, this has been happening for generations.' In a high-profile ongoing case, the chief suspect in the murder of a Kenyan woman in 2012 is believed to be a British soldier. The body of Agnes Wanjiru, 21, was found at the Lions Court Hotel in Nanyuki two months after she disappeared in March 2012, which is close to the Batuk (British Army Training Unit Kenya) camp. According to the Sunday Times, a soldier allegedly confessed to the killing, and another soldier reported it to senior officers at the time, but no action was taken. Witnesses told the newspaper Ms Wanjiru, a sex worker, was last seen leaving the hotel's bar with a British soldier. A post-mortem examination found she died as a result of stab wounds to her chest and abdomen. More Trending An investigation into Ms Wanjiru's death stalled when a request by Kenyan police in June 2012 to the British Royal Military Police (RMP) that nine soldiers be questioned apparently went missing. Detectives are said to have asked the RMP to put 13 questions to the soldiers, including whether any of them had sex with Ms Wanjiru on the night she disappeared. A photo of the victim was included in the request, as well as a request for DNA samples to be taken from the nine men. The Sunday Times reported the man who allegedly admitted to the killing was not among the nine men. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: The school special needs crisis that will impact every one of us MORE: Infant dies in hot car after being left by dad who 'forgot about him' MORE: Primark makes 'life-changing' overhaul to range across all UK stores
Hindustan Times
27-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
MMC to make QR code system mandatory to tackle fake doctors in state
Pune: In a major step to crackdown on bogus doctors in Maharashtra, the Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) has decided to make its QR code-based system – know your doctor (KYD) – mandatory for registered medical practitioners, said council officials on Saturday. In a major step to crackdown on bogus doctors in Maharashtra, MMC has made its QR code-based system – know your doctor (KYD) – mandatory for registered medical practitioners. ((PIC FOR REPRESENTATION)) The decision comes after a recent discussion in the state legislative assembly about bogus doctors or quacks practicing in the state, especially in rural and remote areas. According to the state government data, of the 391 bogus doctors booked over the past five years, only two have been convicted and charges proved against 17 others, said officials. MMC had launched the KYD platform on February 11, 2025, to help people verify authenticity and qualifications of registered medical practitioner or consulting doctor. The code will help patients and citizens check the authenticity, up-to-date credentials, and licences of doctors along with their specialisation and areas of expertise. However, despite over 2.03 lakh registered medical practitioners (RMP) registered in the state, only 10,000 have so far signed up for the QR code system, as it was voluntary. Dr Vinki Rughwani, administrator, MMC, said, 'Joining the KYD platform was initially voluntary, and the state has now made it mandatory for RMPs. An order will be issued within a couple of weeks.' According to officials, the KYD Card issued by MMC has to be displayed at doctors' practice locations, like clinics and hospitals. Citizens can scan the QR code to check if a doctor is registered with the council and qualified to practice medicine, said MMC officials. Dr Rughwani said, 'With the rising threat of quackery, especially in villages, it has become essential for us to ensure that citizens can trust their doctors.' Dr Sunil Ingale, president, Indian Medical Association, Pune Chapter, said, 'Making the KYD QR code mandatory is a much-needed step. It not only protects patients from falling into the hands of quacks but also helps build trust in genuine doctors. It's a win for ethical medical practice.' KYD platform Doctor verification: Authentic and up-to-date credentials and licences for healthcare professionals Specialty details: Information on doctor's specialisation and areas of expertise Convenient access: Accessible via Android-based mobile devices for patients
