Maharashtra Regional & Town Planning (MRTP) Act, 1966

This authoritative Marathi guide by Adv. Abhaya Shelkar presents a detailed and practical commentary on the Maharashtra Regional & Town Planning (MRTP) Act, 1966, the cornerstone legislation governing planning and development in Maharashtra. The book clearly explains the structure and objectives of Regional Plans, Development Plans (DP), and Town Planning (TP) Schemes, along with the powers and responsibilities of Planning Authorities, Municipal Councils, and Development Authorities. It outlines the complete process for obtaining development permissions, complying with Development Control Regulations (DCR), and responding to objections, notices, and sanctions. Special emphasis is placed on dealing with unauthorized constructions, enforcement actions, demolition orders, stop-work notices, compounding provisions, and appeals before the designated authorities. The text incorporates practical checklists, procedural notes, essential government notifications, interpretation principles, and simplified explanations suitable for officers and practitioners working on the field. Written in accessible Marathi, the book is a dependable reference for understanding complex planning mechanisms and legal remedies under the MRTP Act.