The Yogi government has unveiled a transformative Uttar Pradesh Urban Redevelopment Policy-2026, targeting the redevelopment of dilapidated group housing projects exceeding 25 years. Driven by escalating urbanization challenges, this policy seeks to rebuild unsafe structures into modern havens with top-tier amenities. Following cabinet approval, the urban development department has issued the implementing order.
In cities statewide, old residential towers are ticking time bombs—structurally frail and squandering expensive urban land. Redevelopment under this policy will safeguard lives, optimize space, and ignite jobs in realty and building industries. It’s a strategic leap towards organized, future-proof cities.
Qualifying ventures encompass public/private setups aged 25+ years or audit-flagged as risky. Two-thirds resident consensus kicks off proceedings for societies, bypassing tiny plots, single dwellings, nazul, leaseholds, and trust lands. Developers can engage via three models: direct government oversight, PPP with balanced agreements, or self-handling by associations.
Comprehensive DPRs are non-negotiable, covering new unit specs, amenities, relocation aid like rent or transit homes, budgets, and schedules. Standard timeline: three years, plus up to two extra for hurdles. Adaptive regulations, including plot amalgamation, streamline execution for superior results.
This forward-thinking measure not only revives aging assets but reimagines Uttar Pradesh’s urban fabric, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and prosperity.