Maharashtra Removes Consent Requirement for Slum-Dwellers in Cluster Redevelopment: A Detailed Legal Analysis
Introduction: A Major Shift in Maharashtra’s Urban Redevelopment Policy The Maharashtra Government has issued a significant Government Resolution (GR) dated 13 November 2024 , removing the requirement of obtaining individual slum-dwellers’ consent for cluster redevelopment projects . This marks a major departure from earlier slum rehabilitation frameworks, which depended heavily on consent thresholds ranging between 50% to 70% under various regulations. The new framework seeks to accelerate redevelopment in Mumbai and other urban pockets by enabling quicker clearance of slum clusters, integrating government-owned lands, and expanding permissible redevelopment zones, including CRZ-regulated areas. Removal of Consent Requirement Under the new GR, individual slum dwellers’ consent is not required for initiating cluster redevelopment. The Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA) will identify eligible cluster areas and forward them to the High Power Committee (HPC) for final approva...