There is a need for robust public-private partnerships to revamp Mumbai’s timeworn housing stock. Mumbai’s landlocked nature makes land availability a perpetual challenge. The recent amendment to Section 91A, empowering MHADA to take over stalled projects, is both timely and necessary.
Compensation to landowners, long a hurdle in cess building redevelopment, is now addressed with fair provisions under Section 79A. Redevelopment is not merely about constructing new buildings—it’s about viability, transparency, and timely delivery.
A clear FSI framework and honest communication are key to safeguarding both tenant rights and project feasibility.
