The URBAN LAND (CEILING AND REGULATION) ACT, 1976
maharashtra · 1976
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- S. 1Section 1 determines the gross and net income of vacant land holders in Maharashtra for urban land ceiling regulations.
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the URBAN LAND (CEILING AND REGULATION) ACT, 1976 for Maharashtra.
- S. 3hhavanagar U
- S. 4(1) Subject to the other provisions of this section, in the case of Ceiling every person, the ceiling limit shall be,- i
- S. 5Section 5 regulates the transfer of excess vacant land exceeding the ceiling limit, deeming excess portions transferred null and void.
- S. 6Section 6 mandates individuals holding excess urban land to declare details to the relevant authority before the act's commencement.
- S. 7Section 7 determines which competent authority handles land ceiling cases when land is under multiple jurisdictions.
- S. 8Section 8 mandates the preparation and review of statements on land ownership and ceiling limits for compliance.
- S. 9Section 9 determines excess vacant land for acquisition by the state and notifies interested parties to claim their interests.
- S. 10Section 10 details the process for the State Government to acquire vacant land exceeding the ceiling limit, including public notification and claim consideration.
- S. 11Section 11 mandates State Governments to pay compensation for deemed acquisition of vacant urban land based on income or fixed rates per square meter.
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- S. 13Tamil Nadu-contd
- S. 14Section 14 mandates the state government to pay compensation within six months for excess urban land acquired, with part in cash and part in redeemable bonds.
- S. 15West Bengal
- S. 16Section 16 requires individuals holding excess vacant land in adopting states to file a statement detailing their land holdings.
- S. 17The competent authori*¿• or anv person acting under theorders of *he cornpetent authority may
- S. 18Section 18 penalizes concealment of land details and imposes fines up to twice the land's value.
- S. 19Section 19 exempts certain entities from the urban land ceiling regulations in Maharashtra.
Chapter Section 20
- S. 21Section 21 allows exemption from land ceiling limits if vacant land is declared for constructing affordable housing for weaker sections, subject to approval and conditions.
- S. 22Section 22 mandates landowners to report vacant land exceeding ceiling limits after demolition, allowing retention for redevelopment if approved.
- S. 23Section 23 allows the State Government to exceed land ceiling limits for industrial or residential purposes, with conditions and extensions possible.
- S. 24Section 24 allows landowners to apply for land assignment to meet the ceiling limit after leasing, mortgaging, or giving possession of their land.
- S. 25Section 25 regulates the registration of land transfers in Maharashtra, requiring notice to authorities and specific permissions for certain transfers.
- S. 26Section 26 mandates landowners to notify authorities before transferring land, giving the state first option to buy at a set price.
- S. 27Section 27 prohibits the transfer of urban land with buildings for ten years without written permission from the competent authority.
- S. 28Section 28 mandates specific notice and permission requirements for registering land transfers under the URBAN LAND (CEILING AND REGULATION) ACT, 1976.
- S. 29Section 29 limits building size in urban areas and allows authorities to order demolition or modification of non-compliant constructions.
Chapter Section 30
- S. 31Section 31 grants the competent authority powers equivalent to a civil court for various legal proceedings.
- S. 32Section 32 allows competent authorities or tribunals to exercise jurisdiction over vacant land even if it spans multiple jurisdictions.
- S. 33Section 33 allows aggrieved parties to appeal certain orders within 30 days, with possible extensions, and the appellate authority's decision is final.
- S. 34Section 34 allows the State Government to review and issue orders on its own motion regarding any order or proceeding under the Act, provided the affected person is heard.
- S. 35Section 35 authorizes the State Government to issue general orders regarding urban land ceiling and regulation duties.
- S. 36Section 36 grants the Central Government authority to direct State Governments on implementing the Act and to request necessary information.
Chapter Section 37
- S. 38Section 38 penalizes failure to file required statements under the URBAN LAND (CEILING AND REGULATION) ACT, 1976 with fines and imprisonment.
- S. 39Section 39 allows authorities to order the demolition or modification of buildings constructed in violation of ceiling norms, with an appeal process available.
- S. 40Section 40 protects government officials from lawsuits for actions taken in good faith under this Act.
Chapter Section 41
- S. 42Section 42 overrides any conflicting laws, customs, agreements, or court orders.
- S. 43Section 43 mandates that all applications, appeals, or proceedings under this Act must bear a court-fee stamp of prescribed value.
- S. 44Section 44 deems officers acting under this Act as public servants under the Indian Penal Code.
- S. 45Section 45 allows correction of clerical or arithmetic mistakes in orders under the Act on application or by the authority itself.
- S. 46(1) The Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules for carrying out the provisions of t
- S. 47Section 47 allows the Central Government to issue orders to resolve difficulties in implementing the Act, but only within two years of its commencement.