Matheran Eco-Sensitive Zone Regulations

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Matheran Municipal Council Area Plan

Separate sub-zonal master plans will be created for areas within and outside the Matheran Municipal Council.
These plans will be a part of a zonal master plan, approved by the Ministry of Environment and Forests.
Habitats with a population exceeding 5000 within the Eco-sensitive Zone must also have area development plans.
These plans should include regulations for gaothan and gaothan expansion.

Eco-Sensitive Zone Development Regulations

No increase in existing parameters like floor area ratio, maximum number of storeys, and ground coverage are allowed, pending approval of the zonal master plan.
No new constructions are allowed unless for repairs or restorations, and should not alter the original structure or plinth area.
Specific industrial and service units with limited pollution, and non-hazardous, will be permitted.
Quarrying activities will be prohibited in the Eco-sensitive zone, however, small-scale quarrying for construction will be permitted with authorization.

Natural Heritage

The locations of natural heritage such as rock formations, waterfalls, etc. within the Eco-sensitive zones should be identified and plans for their preservation created.
These plans are to be included in the zonal and sub-zonal master plans.

Man-made Heritage

Buildings, structures, artefacts, areas with historical significance in the Eco-sensitive Zone, should be identified.
Plans for conservation of these items, both exteriors and relevant interiors, will be included in the zonal and sub-zonal master plans.

Tree Regulations

No trees, whether on government, revenue, or private land, can be cut without permission from the appropriate governing body (state government or collector.)
The amount of allowable slope for trees is 20 degrees or more.

Quarrying and Mining

Quarrying and mining activities are prohibited in the Eco-Sensitive Zone unless the permission is granted by the Monitoring Committee for limited use /construction.

Tourism

Tourism activities should follow the guidelines in the Tourism Master Plan.
Emphasis should be placed on eco-tourism, eco-learning, and development.
Plans are to be created by the State Department of Tourism, agreed with the Ministry of Tourism of India and approved by the Ministry of Environment and Forests.

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This quiz covers the area plan and development regulations for the Matheran Municipal Council. It highlights key elements of the zonal master plan, including guidelines for habitats, construction, and eco-sensitive regulations. Test your knowledge on the regulations pertaining to this unique ecological area.

Matheran Eco-Sensitive Zone Regulations

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following activities is not permitted within the Eco-sensitive Zone?

What is the role of the Monitoring Committee regarding quarrying activities?

What is not a requirement for the proposed Tourism Master Plan?

What is the timeframe for developing conservation plans for man-made heritage?

Which of the following areas is not a site of valuable natural heritage, as identified in the document?

What is the primary purpose of the Sub-zonal Master Plans?

What is the requirement for Habitations within the Eco-sensitive Zone with a population exceeding 5000?

Which type of industry is specifically permitted within the Eco-sensitive Zone?

What is not required before felling trees in the Eco-sensitive Zone?

What is the effect of not having approved Zonal and Sub-zonal Master Plans for the Eco-sensitive Zone?