BENGALURU: BBMP has stopped issuing A or B khata certificates for individual sites in layouts lacking official approval from planning bodies.
The move comes in the wake of a directive from BDA to this effect, aimed at checking the spread of unauthorized layouts.
It’s a step towards enforcing stricter regulations and ensuring new developments provide essential infrastructure, a senior BBMP official said.
Under the updated guidelines, only sites within layouts that have received formal approval from respective planning bodies will qualify for A or B khata certification. Even agricultural lands that are legally converted won’t be eligible for A or B khata unless they are part of an approved layout. “This change is set to bring a more structured approach to the city’s expansion, curbing unplanned developments that often lack necessary infrastructure,” the officer added.
A senior BDA official told TOI, “BDA’s directive is clear: only approved layouts, with appropriate civic infrastructure and amenities, should be granted khata certification. This measure is intended to curb unregulated growth on Bengaluru’s outskirts, where illegal layouts spring up without proper planning.”
“This move is not only about preventing unauthorized development but also about setting a standard for urban planning that benefits everyone and enhancing the quality of life for residents by ensuring access to roadways, parks, and public spaces,” said a senior BBMP revenue officer.
“This new protocol reinforces the importance of responsible urban planning,” said N Jayaram, BDA Commissioner. “It sends a message that unauthorized sites will no longer have the means to sidestep regulations, ensuring all developments adhere to city standards.”
