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Rajasthan Court Demands Building Code Report
11 Aug
Summary
- High Court seeks status report on national building regulations.
- Regulations apply to hilly and ecologically sensitive areas.
- Court seeks compliance details for cities like Udaipur.
The Rajasthan High Court's principal seat in Jodhpur has directed the state government to provide a comprehensive status report on its progress in implementing the Centre's Standardised Development and Building Regulations, 2023. This directive was issued on August 6 by a division bench, addressing petitions concerning lake conservation and private development. The national-level regulations are designed to standardize and modernize building and development criteria across India.
The court specifically mandated that the state government detail the measures taken to adopt these regulations for cities situated in hilly and ecologically sensitive zones. Particular attention was given to Udaipur, with the bench seeking clarification on how the new norms will be adapted to the unique geographical and developmental characteristics of such areas. The Additional Advocate General is expected to submit a detailed report at the next hearing, scheduled for August 18.
The Standardised Development and Building Regulations, 2023, reportedly include provisions tailored for sensitive environments like hill and coastal regions. This development is crucial for Rajasthan, where cities such as Udaipur, along with other areas featuring hilly terrains and lakes, confront specific challenges in construction, environmental preservation, and urban planning. The court's intervention underscores the importance of aligning development with ecological considerations in these vulnerable areas.
