Advertisement
When should a housing society in Mumbai start considering re...
From GST on JDAs to SEBI’s REIT reclassification and the S...
Stay ahead in the world of real estate with our daily podcas...
Stay ahead in the world of real estate with our daily podcas...
Approximately 20 residents were forced to evacuate a five-storey building in DLF 3, Haryana, after it started tilting, potentially due to nearby excavation work. The building's owner received a notice for unauthorized construction, while the owner of the adjacent plot was called upon for excavation without professional oversight. The tilted building is currently supported by cranes. Violations of building codes and illegal construction have been a recurring issue in the area, leading to concerns about safety and strain on civic infrastructure. Authorities are taking action and urging strict enforcement of regulations to prevent future violations and protect residents.
Approximately 20 residents residing in a five-storey building located in DLF 3 were compelled to evacuate after the structure started tilting last week, potentially due to excavation work taking place on the adjacent plot. The owner of the tilted building, identified as U-20/8, has been issued a notice for conducting unauthorized construction that violates the Haryana Buildings Code of 2017. Similarly, the owner of the adjacent plot has also been called upon to provide a response for carrying out excavation without the presence of an architect or engineer on-site.
Advertisement
At present, the partially tilted building is being supported by two cranes to prevent any further movement. When the building first began to tilt and the gap between it and the neighboring house expanded, residents initially mistook it for an earthquake. Neighbors promptly assisted in the evacuation process and informed the relevant authorities, including the town and country planning department and the district administration.
In accordance with the regulations, the area permits only up to two and a half storeys. However, Balwant Singh, the owner of the building, disregarded these guidelines and constructed an additional four floors, blatantly violating the established norms. Rajiv Kumar, a resident of DLF 3, highlighted that most buildings in the area have shallow foundations, with depths of merely two or three feet below ground level. He also noted that the owner of the adjacent plot was conducting excavation work to lay the foundation for his own building.
As a result of this incident, notices have been issued to both Balwant Singh and Pawan Yadav, the owner of the plot. Singh has been directed to immediately vacate the building, while Yadav has been instructed to cease all construction work to prevent further damage. District town planner (enforcement), Manish Yadav, stated that he has already written to higher authorities requesting the demolition of the building in the best interest of the residents.
The notice issued to Balwant Singh emphasized the urgent need to vacate the building and conduct a structural audit by a government-appointed engineer due to the tilting of the structure. Similarly, the notice sent to Pawan Yadav highlighted the violation of the Building Code and instructed him to halt excavation work and take necessary precautions to avoid any unfortunate incidents.
This incident of illegal construction in DLF 3 has been a cause for concern for the Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP). In September 2021, the DTCP identified around 1,000 buildings that had violated construction regulations, leading to recommendations for filing FIRs against 50 property owners in S, U, and V blocks. Officials have also observed a rise in illegal paying guest accommodations, guesthouses, and commercial establishments in the area, particularly on the plots designated for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) measuring 60 and 120 square yards. These unauthorized structures have significantly burdened the civic infrastructure and strained resources such as electricity and water supply.
Given the severity of the situation and the repeated occurrences of illegal construction, it is crucial for the authorities to take swift action to enforce building regulations and deter such violations in the future. The safety and well-being of residents should remain a top priority, and strict measures must be implemented to prevent any further compromise of structural integrity and civic amenities.
5th Jun, 2025
25th May, 2023
11th May, 2023
27th Apr, 2023
Advertisement
Facebook
Whatsapp
