The Mumbai Muncipal Corporation Act

The Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act is the foundational legislation that defines the structure, powers, responsibilities, and functioning of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)—India’s most prominent urban local body. This authoritative Bare Act provides the complete statutory text governing municipal administration, taxation, licensing, public health, sanitation, water supply, roads, building regulations, and urban planning within the city of Mumbai. Designed for accuracy and ease of use, it outlines the roles of the Municipal Commissioner, Corporation, Standing Committees, Ward Committees, and various civic authorities operating under the Act. This edition offers a clear understanding of essential regulatory procedures, including municipal permissions, property tax mechanisms, building and development controls, civic service provisions, and enforcement powers. It is particularly useful for professionals navigating municipal compliances, development permissions, tenders, and public administration matters. Whether used by legal practitioners, architects, urban planners, engineers, municipal officials, government authorities, students, or researchers, this book serves as an indispensable guide to one of India’s most significant and complex municipal laws. Its comprehensive coverage supports litigation, advisory work, policy implementation, and academic study related to Mumbai’s governance framework.