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New Indian Express
14-06-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
New code to untangle building rules
A request for proposal has been issued to select a consultant who will work with HMDA to draft the UDBC, align internal procedures, and improve user-facing processes. The consultant will review Telangana's existing regulations, comparing them with those of other Indian states and select cities in East Asia and Europe, aiming to increase regulatory clarity. The consultancy will include preparation of a comprehensive UDBC, proposing uniform zoning regulations to support mixed-use development, enabling approvals at all levels, and assisting with necessary statutory changes. Improvements will also be made to digital systems such as BuildNow and other procedural reforms. The consultant is expected to examine existing laws, GOs and communications, and provide recommendations on key areas such as setbacks, building heights, road widening, TDR usage, mixed-use development, parking norms, amenities, required clearances and conservation regulations. A detailed comparative analysis will be conducted using the National Building Code, URDPFI guidelines, and relevant regulations from Indian and international cities. The study will also incorporate urban reform initiatives promoted by the Centre and state, such as flexible zoning, simplified land use conversion, liberalised plot regulations and streamlined occupancy certificate issuance.
Hamilton Spectator
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Hamilton Spectator
Here's what Yukon communities want from the territorial government
The Association of Yukon Communities has shared the resolutions which came out of the annual general meeting on April 24 to 26. All four of the resolutions submitted by the City of Whitehorse — which were presented to council in March — were adopted by the association. There were nine resolutions adopted in total. They include asking the Yukon government to provide more funding for the community recreation assistance grant, the fire marshall's office, and wildfire prevention and disaster mitigation in general. They also ask the Yukon government to update the Employment Standards Act, to enhance the Yukon Nominee Program, allow for information sharing between government departments, and change the way the territory adopts the national building code. Another resolution is that the government come up with a standard procedure for municipal elections, with Elections Yukon being the authority on elections in municipalities. The Yukon government's adoption of the national building code has been an issue for Whitehorse city council. At a city council meeting on March 17, when the resolutions were being introduced, Coun. Dan Boyd shared the rationale behind asking the Yukon government to stop all automatic adoptions of updates to the National Building Code, until a full review of changes is conducted in consultation with municipal governments, First Nations, builders and other stakeholders. Boyd said the resolution is a response to the issues the city has encountered with the backlog in issuing building permits. The 2020 National Building Code was adopted in April 2023 without consultation or analysis, said Boyd. Yukon should take the time to do analysis and consultation before automatic adoption like other jurisdictions around Canada, said Boyd. 'Would we be somehow throwing out the national building code and write our own Yukon Code? Absolutely not. We would not do that, we don't have the capacity. That's not what it's suggesting,' he said at the time. Other resolutions adopted by the Association of Yukon Communities in April include one directed to the justice minister, asking that they work with the RCMP to allow members to extend their postings, and develop relief strategies for members on extended leave. There is another resolution which asks the Yukon Utilities Board to create a fourth rate group for municipalities and designated local authorities so that they can pay for actual energy consumption without demand charges or energy riders. According to the resolution text, they are currently charged based on peak rate. The News reached out to the Yukon Utilities Board for comment, but did not hear back by deadline. The department of economic development responded to the News, saying that they had not been approached by the AYC regarding the resolutions but that they 'are keen to hear their perspectives and recommendations.' In an email, economic development spokesperson Jennifer Hackwell called vacant jobs a 'pressing issue for some employers in the Yukon,' with the need being greater in certain regions. Hackwell said the department is interested in hearing more about the distinct challenges recruiting and retaining qualified staff for local governments as the department reviews the Yukon Nominee Program. 'One of our goals is to ensure that the design of the YNP can target areas of significant pressure in the Yukon's labour market by being flexible and adaptive to changing priorities, allocations and labour market needs.' Francis Lefebvre, the spokesperson for the department of justice, told the News that recruitment and retention of RCMP is a top priority. Community services spokesperson John Tonin told the News via email that the AYC is set to submit each resolution to the appropriate Yukon department via official correspondence, although that has not yet occurred. 'We anticipate initiating formal work once the resolutions are received by the responsible department,' Tonin said. 'These resolutions are a valued part of our work. We appreciate the AYC's continued leadership and advocacy on the priorities of Yukon communities and their role in building healthy, sustainable communities.' Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
HC stays BDA action as Bengaluru apartment faces power disconnection threat
BENGALURU : The high court stayed Bangalore Development Authority 's ( BDA ) decision to cancel the no-objection certificate (NOC) and occupancy certificate (OC) of Kendriya Vihar Apartments in Yelahanka after residents challenged the move, citing a lack of fair hearing. The 24-year-old apartment complex, which made headlines two years ago due to flooding, now faces risks of power disconnection and cancellation of possession certificate after the fire and emergency services department directed Bescom and BBMP to withhold approvals. A copy of the directive is available with TOI. The HC stay came during the hearing of a writ petition on May 22, where Justice CM Joshi observed that BDA's move — which also led to power supply being cut — was taken without giving the petitioner an opportunity to be heard, violating the principle of a fair hearing. The judgment followed a directive from the fire department, which asked Bescom and BBMP to disconnect electricity and revoke possession approval for the high-rise complex at Kogilu Cross in Yelahanka, citing serious violations of fire-safety norms. The 29.6-metre-tall building allegedly failed to renew its mandatory fire-clearance certificate — which, under the National Building Code and state rules, must be updated every two years. A 2024 inspection by the Yelahanka fire station confirmed violations of safety and zoning regulations. Officials said the builder was required to obtain a fire NOC before construction and clearance certificate after completion, both of which were either delayed or not renewed. Despite several reminders and a final seven-day notice issued in March 2025, the clearance remains pending. Following this, the department formally asked Bescom not to supply power to the building — or to disconnect if already provided — and instructed BBMP to withhold or cancel the project's possession certificate. Copies of the letter were also sent to the building owner and local representative. Shiva Prasad, president of Kendriya Vihar Apartment Owners' Association, told TOI: "Our building is 24 years old. We took charge in 2011 after the earlier associations failed to renew the fire NOC. We applied for renewal in Feb this year, but now we're being penalised for legacy issues. The rules shouldn't apply selectively to Kendriya Vihar. With so many complications, only the court can bring clarity."
Time of India
02-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Noida stops crematorium revamp inside Biodiversity Park after complaints
Noida: Noida Authority has stopped the revamp of a crematorium that was coming up inside the Biodiversity Park in Sector 91, following complaints from residents of nearby societies. Considered as the city's green lungs, the park was developed on 110 acres under a Rs 100-crore ecological development project. A deer park and sunset safari are also proposed to come up on 30 acres of the biodiversity park at an estimated Rs 40 crore. The crematorium, being redeveloped on a land parcel about 50m from the park's gate number 2, is located within a 200-metre radius of several group housing societies and residential colonies in Sector 92. A complaint submitted by the sector's RWA to Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M pointed out that the National Building Code prohibited constructing a cremation ground within 250 metres of human habitation and demanded an inquiry into the matter. The RWA also claimed the adjacent residential sectors were densely populated and emissions from cremation could pose risks to public health, environmental safety and the sanctity of the park. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo "Children, women, elderly and others, who use this beautiful park, will be afraid to enter if funeral pyres are allowed to burn there. It will spoil the image of this world-class biodiversity park and, due to religious sentiments, the park will become a 'ghost park,'" the letter stated. Birdwatchers who frequent the Biodiversity Park have also raised objections. Tripti Upadhyaya, a birdwatcher and resident of Eldeco Utopia in Sector 93, said, "A cremation ground and biodiversity cannot go hand in hand. The burning of remains and the smoke can easily disrupt the habitat for flora and fauna here." In Gheja, about 2km away, villagers claimed the cremation ground existed inside the park for several decades. Kartar Pradhan of Gheja village claimed the villagers won the land through a high court ruling nine years ago and insisted that the plot was designated for cremation purposes. While a structure allowing the simultaneous cremation of two bodies is already in place, an additional shed for visitors is under construction. Noida has spent Rs 29 lakh on the project. CEO Lokesh M said the area was reserved for an international wildlife attraction and ordered a full report on the matter. "Deer will be brought in from abroad for the sunset safari and the park. A cremation ground cannot be allowed at this location," he said. The Authority has called for a detailed report before taking any further action.
Time of India
02-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
High court stays BDA action as Bengaluru apartment faces power disconnection threat
Bengaluru: The high court stayed Bangalore Development Authority's (BDA) decision to cancel the no-objection certificate (NOC) and occupancy certificate (OC) of Kendriya Vihar Apartments in Yelahanka after residents challenged the move, citing a lack of fair hearing. The 24-year-old apartment complex, which made headlines two years ago due to flooding, now faces risks of power disconnection and cancellation of possession certificate after the fire and emergency services department directed Bescom and BBMP to withhold approvals. A copy of the directive is available with TOI. The HC stay came during the hearing of a writ petition on May 22, where Justice CM Joshi observed that BDA's move — which also led to power supply being cut — was taken without giving the petitioner an opportunity to be heard, violating the principle of a fair hearing. The judgment followed a directive from the fire department, which asked Bescom and BBMP to disconnect electricity and revoke possession approval for the high-rise complex at Kogilu Cross in Yelahanka, citing serious violations of fire-safety norms. The 29.6-metre-tall building allegedly failed to renew its mandatory fire-clearance certificate — which, under the National Building Code and state rules, must be updated every two years. A 2024 inspection by the Yelahanka fire station confirmed violations of safety and zoning regulations. Officials said the builder was required to obtain a fire NOC before construction and clearance certificate after completion, both of which were either delayed or not renewed. Despite several reminders and a final seven-day notice issued in March 2025, the clearance remains pending. Following this, the department formally asked Bescom not to supply power to the building — or to disconnect if already provided — and instructed BBMP to withhold or cancel the project's possession certificate. Copies of the letter were also sent to the building owner and local representative. Shiva Prasad, president of Kendriya Vihar Apartment Owners' Association, told TOI: "Our building is 24 years old. We took charge in 2011 after the earlier associations failed to renew the fire NOC. We applied for renewal in Feb this year, but now we're being penalised for legacy issues. The rules shouldn't apply selectively to Kendriya Vihar. With so many complications, only the court can bring clarity."
