Urban Planning and Development Procedures

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What is the period for preparation of the Draft Development Plan?

2 years from section 23

How long can the period be extended for a corporation with a population of 1 crore or more?

12 months

30 days

6 months

24 months (correct)

What is the suggestion/objections period for a planning authority with a population of more than 10 lakhs?

60 days (correct)

30 days

90 days

12 months

What is required during the certified copies for sale?

Report on ELU maps Signup and view all the answers

The planning units or sectors can be altered until the Development Plan is revised.

False Signup and view all the answers

What must be estimated in the report of stages of development?

Approximate estimate of cost of acquisition and works Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum duration for the suggestion/objection period for a planning authority with a population of less than 10 lakhs?

30 days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the publication of notices for the Draft Development Plan?

Notices must be published in a local newspaper and a gazette. Signup and view all the answers

What is the condition for the modification of planning units or sectors in the Development Plan?

They are unalterable until the next Development Plan revision. Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be included in the report on the ELU maps?

Details concerning the developmental obligations. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of preparation for the Draft Development Plan, how long is the extension for a corporation with a population of 10 lakh or more?

12 months Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement related to the approximate cost estimate in the development planning process?

It should approximate costs for acquisitions and works. Signup and view all the answers

What was a key feature of the Bombay Town Planning Act, 1915?

Authorization to undertake T.P. schemes but not mandatory Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the changes introduced by the Bombay Town Planning Act, 1954?

Preparation of development plans was made mandatory Signup and view all the answers

What significant change occurred with the Maharashtra Regional & Town Planning Act, 1966 regarding T.P. schemes?

T.P. schemes could now be prepared for areas under development Signup and view all the answers

In what way did the Maharashtra Regional & Town Planning Act, 1966 build upon the previous acts?

It combined preparation of RP and DPs Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the first Town Planning Scheme implemented in 1917?

It was designed based on the Bombay Town Planning Act, 1915. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Development Plan Preparation

Town Planning Officer prepares the draft development plan.
The plan is submitted to the Planning Authority and presented to the General Body (Council) meeting.
The plan is published in the gazette and local newspapers in English and Marathi.
The preparation period for the plan is two years from the date of section 23.

Plan Preparation Time Extensions

Corporations with a population of 1 crore or more have a 24-month extension.
Corporations or planning authorities with a population of more than 10 lakh have a 12-month extension.
All other cases have a 6-month extension.

Suggestions and Objections Period

The suggestion and objection period is 30 days.
Corporations with a population of 10 lakh or more have a 60-day suggestion and objection period.

Additional Requirements

Certified copies of the development plan are available for sale.
A report on Environmental Land Use (ELU) maps is required.
The plan includes maps, charts, and a report.
A map showing the planning units or sectors that remain unalterable until the development plan is revised is included.
The Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) are included.
A report outlining the stages of development proposed to fulfill the obligations imposed by the Development Plan is included.
An approximate estimate of the cost of acquisition and works is included.

Development Plan Preparation and Publication

Town Planning Officer prepares a draft Development Plan and submits it to the Planning Authority.
The Planning Authority presents the draft plan to the General Body (Council) meeting.
The draft plan is published in the gazette and local newspapers in English and Marathi.
Plan preparation timeframe:
- 2 years from the section 23 initiation.
- Extension for corporations:
  - 24 months for corporations with a population of 1 crore or more.
  - 12 months for corporations or planning authorities with a population exceeding 10 lakh.
  - 6 months for all other cases.

Suggestion and Objection Period

The public can submit suggestions and objections:
- Within 30 days for most cases.
- Within 60 days for corporations with a population of 10 lakh or more.

Development Plan Documentation

Certified copies of the draft plan are available for sale.
ELU maps are incorporated in the plan.
The plan includes:
- Maps and charts.
- A report outlining the planning units or sectors unalterable until the development plan is revised.
- The Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR).
- A report detailing the proposed stages of development to address obligations imposed by the Development Plan.
- An estimated cost of land acquisition and development works.

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Description

This quiz covers the essential processes involved in preparing a development plan, including the roles of the Town Planning Officer and Planning Authority. It also discusses time extensions based on population and the suggestion and objection periods. Gain a thorough understanding of urban planning regulations and requirements.