Ahmedabad Civic Plots Rented For Over 3 Months Must Now Display Tenant Details

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has introduced a new rule requiring anyone renting a Corporation-owned plot for more than three months to display a signboard at the gate or entrance, detailing the purpose of the lease, rental period and tenant's contact information.

The move comes after complaints of Corporation plots being used beyond the sanctioned period, diverted to activities other than those approved and, in some cases, sub-let to others for profit.

Signboard To Display Purpose, Duration And Tenant Details

The information board must be placed prominently at the entrance of the plot and include the approved purpose of the lease, duration of the rental, tenant's name and mobile number.

The decision was taken during the Town Planning Committee meeting on September 21. Town Planning Committee Chairman Bhagyesh Patel said complaints had been received from citizens and councillors regarding the misuse of Corporation-owned plots.

The new requirement will apply to existing tenants as well as new rentals.

Rule Covers Religious, Commercial And Other Activities

The regulation will apply irrespective of the purpose for which a Corporation plot has been rented. This includes plots leased for religious activities, storage or sale of building materials, seasonal activities, commercial ventures and other permitted uses under the Corporation's plot-leasing policy or through the Standing Committee.

The aim is to make details about the person using the plot, the purpose for which it has been allotted and the period for which it has been rented publicly visible.

Complaints Over Sub-Letting Of Plots

The Corporation has received complaints about plots being rented at nominal rates and subsequently being sub-let to other parties for financial gain.

In some cases, plots reportedly rented in one person's name were allegedly being used by another individual. Complaints have also been raised over Corporation plots being leased for activities such as food courts and subsequently sub-let.

Officials said displaying the lessee's identity and other details at the premises would make it easier to identify such discrepancies and monitor compliance with the approved lease conditions.

Gota, Nikol Cases Prompt Action

The issue had earlier come to light in connection with Corporation plots in Gota and Nikol, where plots were reportedly leased at nominal rates and subsequently sub-let to others for financial gain.

Following the revelations, the resolutions concerning the plots were cancelled.

Under the new system, citizens and councillors will be able to check the information displayed at the site and verify whether the plot is being used by the approved tenant, for the sanctioned purpose and within the permitted lease period.