Mira Bhayandar Launches Mini Cluster Redevelopment For Unsafe Buildings Over Thirty Years Old

The Maharashtra government has unveiled plans to revitalise ageing and unsafe housing in Mira-Bhayandar through a focused ‘mini cluster’ redevelopment initiative, aiming to improve living conditions and urban sustainability. The state’s urban development department has been instructed to submit the revised proposal for immediate approval to Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, signalling a push towards systematic, phased renewal of dilapidated structures.

Under the proposed framework, groups of at least five old buildings, or plots meeting a minimum built-up area, will qualify for benefits under the cluster redevelopment scheme aligned with Unified Development Control and Promotion Regulations (UDCPR). Officials highlight that this approach addresses both safety concerns and logistical challenges, such as temporary relocation of residents, which have traditionally slowed redevelopment projects. “The mini cluster model prioritises buildings over 30 years old that are densely populated and structurally vulnerable,” an official involved in the planning said. “By grouping these properties, we can streamline redevelopment, incentivise developers, and reduce displacement-related issues.”

The policy draws on precedents from the Thane Municipal Corporation, extending redevelopment to buildings in former gram panchayat areas. Structures qualifying for redevelopment will receive incentives based on existing built-up areas, with the potential to secure floor space index (FSI) above six under a performance-based formula. Industry experts note that this could catalyse private investment while improving urban density management.Separately, the state cabinet approved a policy for collective redevelopment of Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) projects spanning 20 acres or more in Mumbai and its suburbs. The initiative aims to modernise long-standing low- and middle-income housing colonies constructed over six decades ago, offering enhanced amenities including lifts, playgrounds, parking, gyms, and security systems. Developers will only require housing society approval rather than unanimous resident consent, a measure intended to expedite project timelines.

Urban planners suggest that such initiatives could contribute to more inclusive and sustainable cities. By focusing on structural safety, improved infrastructure, and efficient land use, Mira-Bhayandar’s mini cluster programme represents a model that balances residents’ welfare with urban densification goals. The phased, incentive-driven approach may set a precedent for similar redevelopment projects across Maharashtra, emphasising safety, sustainability, and long-term urban resilience.

Mira Bhayandar Launches Mini Cluster Redevelopment For Unsafe Buildings Over Thirty Years Old