NMMC Unveils New Parking Policy for Navi Mumbai Residents
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) has introduced a comprehensive parking policy to address congestion and streamline parking in the city’s residential areas. Developed under the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966, the policy seeks to improve parking infrastructure in light of the city’s rapid urbanisation. Public feedback on the policy will be accepted until the end of January 2025.
The new regulations mandate parking requirements based on residential unit sizes. Properties larger than 1,500 sq ft must provide two four-wheeler and one two-wheeler parking spaces, with an additional slot for every 500 sq ft of extra space. Homes between 800 and 1,500 sq ft are required to allocate two four-wheeler and one two-wheeler spaces. Units sized 600 to 800 sq ft must provide three four-wheeler and two two-wheeler spaces for every two units. Similarly, units between 400 and 600 sq ft must allocate 2.5 four-wheeler and two two-wheeler spaces for every two units. Smaller units measuring 300 to 400 sq ft must offer one four-wheeler and two two-wheeler spaces for every two units. Additionally, 5% of the total parking area in residential complexes has been reserved for visitors, and advanced parking systems, including stack, multi-level, hydraulic, and mechanical options, are encouraged.
Properties exceeding 50% of the required parking capacity will face a fee equivalent to 10% of the land rate as per the Annual Statement of Rates (ASR). Exemptions apply to hotels, hospitals, schools, and public or semi-public properties. For phased developments, complete parking facilities must be implemented upfront. In cases where subsequent development is delayed, unused parking spaces will be handed over to NMMC for public use. Redevelopment projects will only need to meet parking requirements for the new construction while retaining the existing parking layout. Certain exemptions have been introduced to address challenges in densely populated areas. These include properties developed by CIDCO under special schemes and row houses on plots smaller than 30 sq m.
The policy stems from a December 2023 Bombay High Court directive issued after a petition by activist Sandeep Thakur. An expert committee, led by Jitendra Bhopale and formed by Municipal Commissioner Dr Kailas Shinde in March 2024, submitted recommendations that were incorporated into the policy. The policy was formally adopted on 30 December 2024, and published in the Maharashtra Government Gazette. This initiative aims to alleviate congestion, improve residential parking infrastructure, and enhance the quality of life for residents across Navi Mumbai. The policy represents a significant step toward smarter urban planning, combining community feedback, modern technology, and sustainable development practices.