Andhra Pradesh OKs High-Rise Slum Redevelopment, Starting with 177 Units in Velampeta
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Why in news
The Andhra Pradesh Government approved a high-rise slum redevelopment model in Visakhapatnam using the DBFT approach to facilitate in-situ housing.
Background
The project involves constructing 177 housing units in Velampeta, Visakhapatnam, with buildings up to 45 meters tall. It utilizes a Design, Build, Finance, and Transfer (DBFT) model and a Transferable Development Rights (TDR) ratio of 1:4.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe pilot project in Velampeta involves the construction of 177 housing units.
- S&TThe redevelopment model utilizes high-rise construction up to 45 meters tall.
- FactThe project employs a Transferable Development Rights (TDR) ratio of 1:4.
- FactThe DBFT (Design, Build, Finance, and Transfer) approach is the primary model for redevelopment.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges and benefits of in-situ slum redevelopment models in rapidly urbanizing Indian cities. How can TDR and DBFT models address these challenges?
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- urban spatial constraints
- financial sustainability via DBFT
- social inclusion through in-situ housing
- regulatory relaxations
Keywords: in-situ redevelopment · Transferable Development Rights · DBFT model · urban housing · spatial planning
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