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DTCP Can Act on DLF City Violations, Rules Punjab & Haryana High Court
- •The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that Haryana's Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) retains power to act against building violations in Gurugram's DLF City, despite its inclusion in the municipal corporation.
- •The court stated that DTCP's powers under the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975, do not cease when a licensed colony becomes part of a municipal corporation.
- •The ruling clarifies that the 1975 Act's jurisdiction is tied to the license granted for the colony, not whether the area is within municipal limits.
- •The judgment emphasizes that compliance with approved plans and license conditions applies to all, including plot owners and occupants, not just developers.
- •This decision follows a Supreme Court directive for a fresh hearing on alleged unauthorized constructions and commercial use of residential properties in DLF City.
Key Questions Answered
Yes, the Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that Haryana’s Department of Town and Country Planning (DTCP) retains its jurisdiction to act against building violations under the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Act, 1975, even after a licensed colony becomes part of a municipal corporation.
Authorities reported large-scale violations including unauthorised constructions, non-compliance with building bye-laws and zoning plans, and the commercial use of residential plots in both general and EWS categories, with thousands of properties facing notices or restoration orders.
The Supreme Court set aside a previous High Court order and directed the matter to be reconsidered after ensuring that affected individuals were given an opportunity to be heard.
