Navi Mumbai’s New Parking Policy Unveiled: Stricter Rules For Homes And Businesses; Details Inside

The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has unveiled a new policy to ensure sufficient parking space in residential and commercial buildings across the city, according to a Hindustan Times (HT) report. This move follows an order from the Bombay High Court, which directed the civic body to review its parking guidelines after a petition by activist Sandeep Thakur.

The policy sets stricter parking requirements compared to the 2020 Unified Development Control and Promotion Regulations (UDCPR) for Maharashtra. It outlines how many parking spaces developers must provide, depending on the size of the homes.

New Parking Regulations

Under the new policy:

Homes over 1,500 sqft must have parking for two four-wheelers and one two-wheeler, with an additional space for every extra 500 sqft.
Homes between 800 and 1,500 sqft must provide parking for two four-wheelers and one two-wheeler.
Homes of 600-800 sqft require three four-wheeler and two two-wheeler spaces for every two units.
Homes of 400-600 sqft need parking for five four-wheelers and four two-wheelers per four units.
Homes of 300-400 sqft must provide parking for two four-wheelers and two two-wheelers for every two units.
Homes below 300 sqft must have space for one four-wheeler and two two-wheelers.

Additionally, five per cent of the total parking area must be reserved for visitors, regardless of home size.

Public Consultation And Feedback

As per the HT report, NMMC commissioner Kailas Shinde stated that the policy was based on recommendations from a committee led by planning expert Jitendra Bhopale. The civic body also sought input from residents through a questionnaire to address the growing demand for parking. "We received a very good response. Now, we are inviting suggestions and objections from residents before sending the proposal to the state government for final approval," Shinde explained.

Activist Thakur expressed cautious optimism, noting the regulations could make Navi Mumbai a leader in parking infrastructure among Indian cities but stressed the importance of strict implementation.

Relief For Lower-Income Homes

In a significant relief, homes in lower income group (LIG) colonies built by CIDCO have been exempted from parking space requirements during redevelopment. This exemption addresses challenges posed by narrow roads and limited space in these areas, which had hindered redevelopment efforts for over 75,000 affected homes.

Shinde emphasised that the exemption ensures LIG residents retain their right to redevelopment. However, Thakur warned against increasing the floor space index (FSI) in these areas, as it could lead to overcrowding and parking issues.

This new policy is expected to bring much-needed clarity and regulation to Navi Mumbai's parking woes, promoting a more organised urban development.