SPCEPMC

1. What is Redevelopment?

Ans : Redevelopment means demolishing the Old Structure and replacing the same with New Structure with new Dimensions and Space.

2. What is the difference between Restoration and Redevelopment?

Ans : In restoration, the existing Building is extensively repaired and restored to its original condition. In Redevelopment, the existing building is demolished and new structure of different dimensions is constructed.

Ans : In restoration, the existing Building is extensively repaired and restored to its original condition. In Redevelopment, the existing building is demolished and new structure of different dimensions is constructed.

3. When should be redevelopment be considered?

Ans : As per Bye-law no. 77, Structural Audit of the Building is to be conducted when the Building is more than 15 years old. The Report of such Structural Audit would reveal the condition of the Building and indicate whether the Society needs Redevelopment. If the building is between 15 years to 30 years old, the structural audit should be done once in 5 years, after the building getting 30 years old the structural audit should be once in 3 years.

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4. Who is the authorised person to conduct Structural Audit?

Ans : The Structural Audit is to be conducted only by the structural engineer empanelled with BMC. The list is available with MSWA & BMC.

5. Can a Society go in for Redevelopment without conducting a Structural Audit?

Ans : Conducting Structural Audit is recommended. Since it is the first and the foremost step to be taken for deciding Redevelopment as Structural Survey is required to be carried out for both the building and the adjacent structures. If the building is old/repairs are major expenses Redevelopment can be decided.

6. Can a Society opt for Redevelopment if it is below 30 years of age?

Ans : It all depends on decision of General Body, members request and local laws.

7. Can a Society opt for Redevelopment even if Structural Report does not recommend it?

Ans : Yes, The decision of the General body is important as per Govt. Order dt. 3.01.2009 with 75% majority.

8. If the member of the Society are not satisfied with the Structural Audit, can the Society get a second Structural Audit Report from another Structural Auditor?

Ans : Yes, by all means if the Society is prepared to bear the additional financial burden and Once structural report is submitted to BMC, 2nd Structural Audit is not to be done.

9. Do members need to prove their contention for demanding a double check on the Structural Report?

Ans : It is not necessary as a second opinion is always acceptable.

10. What happens in a situation where two contradictory Reports are received?

Ans : The General Body will decide which Reports needs to be accepted & send to BMC.