Rajasthan New Draft Township Policy | 02 Jul 2024

Why in News?

Recently, the Rajasthan government has come up with a fresh draft township policy and building by-laws and has invited suggestions from people and all the stakeholders.

Key Points

• According to the new draft policy, a developer will be accountable for the upkeep of units sold in their township for a period of seven years.
  • These townships will solely be constructed in areas designated by the authorities, who will ensure that all necessary amenities - such as water and electricity - are accessible in that region.
• According to the new building by-laws, a tall building would not be allowed to be constructed on a small plot in the housing schemes and colonies of the cities.
• Key Highlights:
  • Only eight-storey buildings can be built on plots of more than five hundred to 750 square metre area.
  • The construction of green buildings or eco-friendly buildings is being made mandatory on plots of more than 2500 square meters in cities.
  • In group housing, multi-residential units, now space for one car parking will have to be left for every unit.