KIADB has no authority to APPROVE PLAN!

 BBMP appeals to the government to withdraw the order; Millions of income to the Corporation

KIADB has no authority to APPROVE BUILDING PLAN!

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

 BENGALURU: A proposal has been submitted to the government that the authority to approve plans for buildings under Karnataka Industrial Area Development Board (KIADB) should be allowed to be handled by BBMP from now on.

 According to the Town and Country Planning Act, Karnataka Municipal Act (KMC), the respective local bodies, authorities have to approve plans for all buildings and layouts under their jurisdiction. According to the BBMP Act, this authority is vested in the corporation. However, KIADB has no recognition of such act or notification. Therefore, it is requested in the proposal that it should be indicated that the plan should be sanctioned from the BBMP itself.

 This proposal was submitted to the Urban Development Department by BBMP ten days ago, and if the government approves it, it is estimated that crores of revenue will be collected for the corporation.

 'Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) is the competent authority for sanctioning building/ layouts plans in Bangalore. The government has issued a notification, that delegaes the power of approving plan to BBMP. However, KIADB has been given the authority to approve plans in the city through an order. The government has been requested to withdraw this order and continue the opportunity of sanctioning the plan to the BBMP," said senior officials of the BBMP.

According to the Town and Country Planning Act, KMC Act, Section 15 and Section 240 of the BBMP Act, the building plans must be approved. No body other than those in these Acts has statutory authority to sanction building or layout plans.

 Certain orders of the Supreme Court were also cited in the proposal, explaining the clear information in the order that only a local body can sanction a plan. According to the law, KIADB has no authority to sanction the plan, it was informed in the proposal submitted to the government with several examples.

 156 authority only!

 As per the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act – 1961, there are 32 urban development authorities and 53 town planning authorities in the state. Also, 75 municipal-town panchayats are functioning as planning authorities.

 Bangalore Development Authority was created by Bangalore Development Authority Act-1976. In addition, Bangalore Metropolitan Area Development Authority covers Bangalore International Airport Area, Greater Bangalore–Bidadi Smart City Planning Authority, Ramanagara, Kanakapura, Channapatna, Magadi, Nelamangala, Hoskote, Anekal and Doddaballapur Planning Authority, Suburban Circle Road Planning Authority.

 A total of 156 authorities in the state have statutory powers to sanction building and layouts plans. BBMP's contention is that the Karnataka Industrial Area Development Board (KIADB) is not in the list.

ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದಲು ಕ್ಲಿಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ...

ಕೆಐಎಡಿಬಿಗೆ ನಕ್ಷೆ ಮಂಜೂರು ಅಧಿಕಾರವಿಲ್ಲ!

Structural Capacity check of BBMP buildings

 Fire incident in the laboratory: preparations to implement safety measures in every building 

Structural Capacity check of BBMP buildings

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

 BENGALURU: It has been decided to check the structural capacity, stability level of buildings constructed in BBMP assets. In addition, it is suggested to adopt safety measures in all buildings.

 BBMP while constructing buildings in its assets is not following the norms followed by common citizens or commercial complexes. Right from Plan approval, setbacks, drainage system, fire safety measures are hardly adopted.

 There are many huge buildings including utility, unity building, annex buildings in central office, council buildings, shopping complex in Jayanagar. BBMP officials are aware that not all safety measures have been implemented in these.

 In the wake of some accidents recently, there have been complaints about non-compliance and lack of safety measures in BBMP buildings.

 BBMP has constructed around 15 huge buildings in eight zones. Also, there are old buildings too. Engineer in Chief Prahlad has instructed the officials to prepare a thorough report on all these buildings.

 Many buildings were built decades ago and many rules were not followed. But now the safety of the buildings is very important and a report has to be prepared about them. Thus, the Chief Engineers of the eight zones have been instructed to conduct a complete inspection of all the buildings and provide 'Structural Audit Report' along with information about safety measures adopted within 15 days. Prahlad told 'Prajavani' that the information of zone wise buildings will be ready soon.

Plan approval is also mandatory for BBMP buildings. Our engineers have to design it all and get permission from the city planning department. All rules applicable to commercial buildings should be followed. He informed that all permissions should be obtained.

 Lift at a cost of ₹ 5 crore!

 9 people were injured and the chief engineer was killed in a fire incident in the quality assurance laboratory at BBMP headquarters. After this, there were doubts about the safety of the six-storied 'Annexe-3' building in the same premises.

 Annexe-3, a six-storey building constructed 10 years ago, did not comply with fire safety norms. The fire brigade office had written several times and suggested installing an alternative lift or stairs. However, no action was taken in this regard.

 After the fire incident in the laboratory, attention has been paid to this issue and a plan has been drawn up to install a lift outside the Annexe-3 building at a cost of ₹5 crore. The project is managed by the Infrastructure Department. Work will be started immediately. Engineer in Chief Prahlad, who also holds the post of Chief Engineer of Infrastructure Department, said that all kinds of safety measures will be taken.

ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದಲು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಕ್ಲಿಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ...

ಪ್ರಯೋಗಾಲಯದಲ್ಲಿ ಬೆಂಕಿ ಅವಘಡ: ಬಿಬಿಎಂಪಿ ಕಟ್ಟಡಗಳ ಸಾಮರ್ಥ್ಯ ಪರಿಶೀಲನೆ

Building Plan violation: Task Force for evacuation

BBMP: Crackdown on Illegal Buildings; Report every month; Suspension if responsibility is forgotten

Building Plan violation: Task Force for evacuation

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

Bengaluru: A TASK FORCE of separate officers has been formed in eight zones of BBMP to carry out evacuation operations of buildings constructed in VIOLATION OF THE PLAN within the city limits.

 A task force has been formed under the chairmanship of the Zonal Commissioner, the members of which will meet every month and carry out the clearance operation. A report of this operation will also be given every month. Chief Commissioner has also ordered to suspend the officers who do not take action against the illegality and take disciplinary action.

 On July 31, Chief Commissioner Tushar Girinath issued an order to 'constitute a task force to prevent violation of building sanction plans, construction of unauthorized buildings, and to clear the building or its parts constructed in violation'.

 Officers have also been given the responsibility to enforce KMC Act Section 321 and BBMP Act 2020 Section 248 and 356. Guidelines for disciplinary action against authorities failing to comply with this have been outlined in the order.

 After sanctioning the plan for construction of the building, the 'Plinth Line Marking' of the building must be compulsorily obtained by the concerned officer. Later, the responsibility of checking the construction from time to time as well as the plan is also prescribed.

Time Limit: The order also contains a 'flowchart' of the process of taking action/who should carry out the responsibilities for the eviction of the encroached building. Responsibilities and days are fixed for Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer, Assistant Executive Engineer, Executive Engineer, Assistant Director of Town Planning. A total of 117 days have been allotted for submitting the report from the issuance of the first notice to the completion of the eviction operation.

 Task force

Chairman – Zonal Commissioner, Members – Joint Commissioner, Chief Engineer, Joint Director Town Planning Central Office, Revenue Officers, Executive Engineers of Divisions, Assistant Director of Town Planning, Assistant Executive Engineers of Sub Divisions, Zonal Deputy Legal Officer. Committee Convener – Zonal Joint Director.

 Work force activity

Mandatory meeting to be held every month, review of report given by Ward Engineer regarding unauthorized construction and PLAN violations. Action should be taken to look into citizens' complaints and issue notices. Check the status of issued notices. Notifying concerned authorities about action to be taken against buildings. As soon as the notice is given, it should be ensured that the construction of the building is stopped. Violation of the PLAN, submission of estimated list for clearance of illegally constructed parts, coordination with authorities and operation should be carried out. If there is a restraining order from the courts, steps should be taken to clear it promptly with appropriate documents. The Zonal Joint Director of Town Planning should submit a report on the case of PLAN VIOLATIONS and the steps taken to rectify the same to the Additional Director of Urban Planning every month.

ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದಲು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಕ್ಲಿಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ...

ಬಿಬಿಎಂಪಿ: ಕಟ್ಟಡ ನಕ್ಷೆ ಉಲ್ಲಂಘನೆ: ತೆರವಿಗೆ ಕಾರ್ಯಪಡೆ

Plan violation: Building evacuation begins

80 buildings are unauthorized in BBMP South Zone

 Plan violation: Building evacuation begins

 Bengaluru: BBMP has started the eviction operation of buildings constructed in violation of the plan in South Zone on Wednesday.

 An additional floor was being constructed at Girinagar in Basavanagudi. BBMP personnel led by town planning officials cleared the building on Wednesday.

 It has been proved that 80 buildings in Chikkapet, Basanavagudi, Padmanabhanagar, BTM Layout, Jayanagar, Vijayanagar assembly constituencies have been constructed in violation of the plan. Buildings that have been approved for the plan from 2018 to 2023 have increased in this.

 In 2010, 2014, 2015 there were also violations of sanctioned plans and court injunctions. Their restraining order has been lifted and the eviction of illegal buildings has started.

 There were complaints from the public that 'buildings were constructed in violation of the plan'. Based on these complaints, the city planning officials, who have conducted an inquiry, have documented the illegal construction. After this, a site inspection was conducted and an order was issued to vacate the buildings constructed in violation of the map. The amount of illegal or extra construction on the buildings was written in red last week.

 A total of 80 buildings have been constructed in violation of the plan in the southern zone. These were investigated, a notice was issued and an order to vacate was given. In the past, the court had issued a restraining order in some cases. All of them have been cleared and the clearing operation has started. Southern Zone Commissioner Jayaram Raipura said that the operation will continue till the encroachments are cleared in all the buildings.

 How many violations where?

 Area;No. Of Properties 

 Chikkapet; 31

 Jayanagar; 18

 Basavanagudi; 16

 Padmanabhanagar; 9

 BTM Layout; 5

 Vijayanagar; 1

 Total; 80

ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದಲು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಕ್ಲಿಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ...

ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು| ಬಿಬಿಎಂಪಿ ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ವಲಯದಲ್ಲಿ ನಕ್ಷೆ ಉಲ್ಲಂಘನೆ: ಕಟ್ಟಡ ತೆರವು ಆರಂಭ

Apartment: Problem with EV 'charging point'

Facility not in BBMP Bylaws; Electric Vehicle Owners in trouble

Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

14 January 2023

BENGALURU: Electric vehicles (EVs), which are increasingly being produced and sold because they are less polluting and more economical, have become a problem for some apartments. Flat owners are not getting permission to set up a separate 'charging point'.

Flat owners are planning to set up a charging point in the parking area for EV charging. The vehicle company adopts it. But, they need a No Objection certificate (NOC) from the association. Some Associates refused to issue this NOC. This is not allowed in the building bylaws either. Therefore, some flat owners have written to the Energy Department, Bescom and requested them to take action.

The Additional Secretary of the Energy Department, who has considered the requests, said that there is a problem in installing electric vehicle charging points in private complexes. The building construction by-law needs to be amended. She sent a note on December 26 saying that the urban development department should check this.

I requested for installation of charging facility plug from the meter in our flat in the apartment. However, the association has not given permission. They say that the entire parking area will be damaged,' complained Ranjan.

If four vehicles are allowed to have separate charging facilities in the parking area, the ground will be damaged. There are wires everywhere. It also becomes a problem from the point of view of safety,' said Srinivas of an apartment residents' association.

Parking area in apartments is a 'common floor utility' space and if 'charging point' is allowed in this area, it all becomes commercial. Accordingly, electricity tariff has to be paid to Bescom. It is the argument of Apartment Residents Associations that it will be a burden on everyone else with the benefit of four or five vehicles.

Use of Kiosks is better...

Kiosks installed by private organizations free of cost for charging electric vehicles in apartments are good. All managed by the organization, vehicle charging can be done in prepaid facility through QR code. It also happens quickly. Credai-Bangalore President Bhaskar T Nagendrappa said that no one will be bothered by this.

New bylaw ready..

The Building Construction By-laws (Bylaws) were framed in 2003 under BBMP. These were revised and many new rules were framed and a 'New Bylaw' was prepared. The draft bylaw has been sent to the Directorate of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) for approval. It will be implemented as soon as it is approved. Girish, Additional Director, Urban Planning Department, BBMP, said once new bylaw comes into force there will be no problem in installing the charging facility.

Electrical and Computer Engineering Building (ECEB) clause has been included in building plan approval since six months. Provision should be made for charging points in such buildings. But this does not apply to buildings whose plans have been obtained six months back. He informed that after the new bye-law comes, rules will have to be made to apply it to the old buildings as well.

ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದಲು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಕ್ಲಿಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ...

ಚಾರ್ಜಿಂಗ್‌ ಪಾಯಿಂಟ್‌ಗೆ ತೊಡಕು: ಅಪಾರ್ಟ್‌ಮೆಂಟ್‌ಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ವಾಹನ ಮಾಲೀಕರ ಪೇಚಾಟ

Unsafe construction: cracked, leaning houses

Marutisevanagara

Damage to neighboring houses of apartment in Marutiseva Nagar: BBMP negligence

Kere Manjunath, ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್

12 January 2023

Bengaluru: In Marutiseva Nagar near Banasawadi, four houses adjacent to 'Ambience Downtown' have cracked and collapsed as the foundation was dug without following the overall safety measures.

Due to lack of safety measures in the construction of the apartment, the adjacent buildings are cracked and if there is a collapse, there is a possibility of damage. Therefore, the BBMP has issued a notice to the owners of four houses on December 6 saying that they should move out of this building. However, even after that, the construction work was carried out by the apartment owners in a natural way, and the buildings were cracked and leaning on one side.

'Ambience Downtown has not followed any safety measures to construct a residential complex on Visveswaraiah Street, Banasawadi Main Road, Maruti Sevanagar. The foundation of this building is excavated far below the foundation level of the rear and adjacent buildings, excavated to the edge of the site. Therefore, the adjacent buildings have cracked," said the Assistant Executive Engineer of Marutisevanagar sub-division of BBMP in the notice given by him.

Apart from telling the residents of the houses to leave, the apartment builders have not made any safety measures. They threw us out of the house. No matter how many requests we made to the BBMP engineers to provide us with a solution, they are not responding. P. Rajasekhar, the owner of the 10th property, who received the house shifting notice, complained that although the Additional Director of the Urban Planning Department appealed to the Chief Commissioner on January 6, no action was taken. Radhabai and Parashuram are living elsewhere from the cracked house.

AEE, EE of BBMP Marutisevanagar sub-division, who have vacated the house after giving a notice, did not comment on the building.

Leaning daily...

BBMP has said in the notice that no safety measures have been taken. However, no action has been taken. The buildings of the houses are about 5.5 cm. More and more every day and fear of falling at any occasion. Take action about this first, because both the apartment owners and the BBMP are not listening," said Srikanth S. Channal, president of the Bangalore Center of the Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India) complained.

Notice has been issued...

The 'Ambience Downtown' apartments have been instructed to construct a retaining wall and repair the damage to neighboring buildings. We have also warned of legal action if the instruction is not followed. There is no information about the buildings. The local engineer, urban planning officials will be informed and action will be taken," said Girish, Additional Director, Urban Planning Department, BBMP.

ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದಲು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಕ್ಲಿಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ...

https://www.prajavani.net/district/bengaluru-city/construction-without-safety-and-cracked-leaning-houses-1005239.html

Around Defence areas Building plans are not permitted

 Consent is also not available for renovation of old buildings under BBMP

Kere Manjunath, 2nd January 2023

Bengaluru: The no objection letter of the Defense Department has made it mandatory for any kind of building construction, reconstruction, including housing, in the areas around the defense areas in the city, which has put the citizens in trouble.

There are Defense Department areas at Hebbala, R.T.Nagar, Halasur, Banasawadi, Dommalur, Yelahanka Air Base, Jalahalli, Yelahanka.  BBMP is not allowing new construction plans in the area restricted by the edge of this area.

Many areas including Yelahanka, Jalahalli have been constructed with the permission of Grama Panchayat even before joining the BBMP.  Commercial buildings including residences, residential complexes are also approved under BBMP.  Certificate of Occupancy (OC) issued.  However, the plan is not giving permission for building construction in the plots in the same area.  Although there is a building next to it, it seems that the landlord has not constructed it.

The Deputy commissioner has instructed BDA, BBMP, BMRDA, Zilla Panchayat, BIAAPA, BMICAPA, Tehsildar of Urban District, Chikkabanavar, Hunasemaranahalli Municipality and Taluk Panchayats to obtain an no objection letter from the Defense Department before carrying out development work in the buffer zone of protected areas.

'Bangalore Municipal Corporation's Building Bye-laws - 2003 and Revised Master Plan - 2015 have not made any kind of amendments in the zoning regulations.  Thus, there are no rules to follow the instructions of the DC.  A letter has been written to inquire about it and detail the guidelines to be followed.  No information has been received so far,' said BBMP urban planning officials.

Urban planning officers of BBMP and zonal joint commissioners are saying that permission or no-objection letter (NOC) should be obtained from the defense department.  But, no one has the details of where to get it, which office, who to ask.  Citizens Ramesh, Ramakrishna, Venugopal and Bharat cried that the security guards would not let them in if asked where the Defense Department centers are.

If you follow the rules, it will be difficult...

We have built a house here for tens of years.  Plan approval is also obtained.  However, now the reconstruction plan is submitted for approval, BBMP is not giving consent.  A no-objection letter is required from the Defense Department.  There are four storied buildings around our house.  They have no restrictions.  Contractors for building construction, all materials have been advanced.  We are in a lot of trouble.  Pradeep of Yelahanka appealed to give quick relief.

No reply...

There is some hurdle in approving the plan of buildings around the area where the Defense Department has its centers.  The DC has directed to approve the plan only if there is an no objection letter from the Defense Department.  Some details including objections of citizens have been asked about this.  Girish, additional director of urban planning, BBMP, said that no clarification has come from the defense department.

Besides, certain guidelines have been issued including evacuation of tall buildings within a 5 km radius around the Yelahanka Air Training School runway.  All kinds of permission are obtained from the concerned departments and authorities and the buildings are constructed.  A letter was written to the director of Jakkur Airport Government Aviation Training School on 25th October, that clear details should be given on how to take action on these.  He said that there was no response from them.

Where are the restrictions?

There cannot be any construction within 10 meters of the compound of the Defense Department Centre.  The restriction is up to 100 meters from the compound of centers such as airfields.

ಕನ್ನಡದಲ್ಲಿ ಓದಲು ಇಲ್ಲಿ ಕ್ಲಿಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ;

https://www.prajavani.net/district/bengaluru-city/no-building-map-around-defence-areas-is-agreed-in-bengaluru-1002432.html