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<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Jammu and Kashmir government has officially notified the Land Pooling Policy 2026, requiring a minimum of 70% landowner consent for urban development projects. The policy, issued by the Housing and Urban Development Department through Government Order No. 173-JK(HUD) on August 17, 2026, aims to facilitate comprehensive and planned urban growth.<\/p>\n
This policy encourages voluntary participation by landowners keen to contribute to urban infrastructure projects. It empowers them to engage directly in the developmental process, ensuring that urban development aligns with the collective interests of the community.<\/p>\n
A key stipulation within this policy mandates that a Developer Entity or consortium must secure the agreement of at least 70% of landowners in a designated contiguous area. Once this threshold is met, the registration process can commence, paving the way for the implementation of land pooling schemes.<\/p>\n
The policy allows the Developer Entity or consortium to retain 60% of the pooled land, with the remaining 40% earmarked for surrender to the relevant Development Authority. This surrendered land will serve crucial urban purposes, accommodating infrastructure, recreational spaces, and essential public amenities, consistent with local Master Plans.<\/p>\n
Importantly, the Developer Entity will have the authority to utilize the retained land for various developmental activities, ranging from residential projects to commercial and institutional developments, including neighbourhood facilities.<\/p>\n
Landowners participating in the scheme can expect flexibility in arrangements, as the policy offers options for the redistribution of land, built-up spaces, or other forms of equitable exchange.<\/p>\n
The concerned Development Authority bears the responsibility of ensuring effective policy implementation, appointing a Single Window System to expedite approvals. This system will oversee planning proposals, restoration of rights-of-way, and coordination with necessary utilities such as water supply and drainage.<\/p>\n
As part of the policy’s framework, a systematic dispute-resolution mechanism will be established to handle grievances emerging during the scheme’s execution. A dedicated Grievance Redressal Committee, led by a Designated Land Pooling Officer, will address initial complaints within 30 days, with an escalation process available should any issues remain unresolved.<\/p>\n
The introduction of a two-tier grievance redressal structure signifies the government’s commitment to fair handling of disputes within this policy’s operations. An appeal may be submitted to a second committee chaired by the Vice Chairman or Chief Executive Officer of the relevant Development Authority.<\/p>\n
To enhance transparency and efficiency, the government has proposed an online platform for managing land pooling applications. This portal will streamline processes including application submissions, registrations, and approval of schemes, thereby fostering tracking and monitoring throughout the various implementation phases. Notably, timelines are established for consortium formation and submission of pooling schemes, which highlight a structured approach to urban development.<\/p>\n
The government stipulates a five-year maximum timeframe for completing a land pooling scheme from the date the consortium is formed. Through this carefully designed framework, the operation and maintenance of the developed land will remain the responsibility of the Developer Entity until all standards are met, after which governance will shift to the relevant Urban Local Body.<\/p>\n
The Jammu and Kashmir Land Pooling Policy 2026 reflects the government’s intent to promote organized and sustainable urban expansion while facilitating community involvement in developmental processes.<\/p>\n
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