The UP Government's New FAR Policy Removes All Height Limits on Residential Buildings in Noida
By Bricksnwall | 2025-09-18
The Uttar Pradesh government has gotten rid of the
rules in Noida that limited the height of residential constructions. This means
that builders can now build any kind of skyscraper they choose. The Noida
Authority says that up until now, it was okay to build 22–23 stories (G+22 23
floors) in Noida. However, this has now been doubled. This means that
developers will be able to build buildings up to 44 or 46 stories high, in
addition to the ground level.
The Uttar Pradesh government has removed the limit
on how tall residential structures can be in Noida. This means that developers
can build skyscrapers without a set height limit. There used to be limits on
the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and building height, but those limits are no longer
in place.
After this ruling, buildings in Noida can be built
up to twice as tall as they are now, which will have a direct effect on the
real estate market and the lives of people who live there. What are the
possible pros and cons of this move? The founder of the Oram Group, Pradeep
Mishra, talks about what this means.
Benefits of Getting Rid of the Height Limit: Making
Affordable Housing Dreams Come True More flats can be developed on the same
piece of land if the FAR goes up. This will help bring prices down, which will
make it easier for the average person to buy a house.
Chance for Smaller Builders: Projects can now start
on smaller parcels of land. This will end the dominance of big real estate
businesses and make the market more competitive.
Better Work-Life Balance: The new guidelines will
also allow stores and offices to be built into residential complexes. This
means that people who live there will be able to get to their homes, jobs, and
stores all in the same community.
More Jobs and Money: The government will make a lot
of money from higher FAR fees. Also, the rise in building work will give
additional jobs to workers and people who live in the area.
Push for Green and Modern Projects: The new rules
will require things like charging stations for electric vehicles and following
green building standards. This will lead to homes with cleaner air and better
technologies.
Disadvantages of Removing the Height Limit: Strain
on Infrastructure: More flats will put more stress on the current
infrastructure, like traffic, water supply, and energy. People who live there
may have to deal with increasing traffic jams and shortages of resources.
Devaluation of Existing Properties: The arrival of
new, modern high-rises could make existing flats worth less. People who own
property that is already built may have trouble selling it.
Environmental Impact: More concrete buildings and
taller buildings will mean less green space and hotter temperatures. This could
potentially make problems with water scarcity worse.
Problems with Implementation: Having many
authorities involved could make it harder to put the new laws into effect and
enforce them.
Rise in Land Prices: The benefits of a higher FAR
will probably only be seen in places with wide roadways. Prices for land in these
desirable areas are likely to go up a lot, which could make it too expensive
for the ordinary homebuyer.
How High Can Buildings Go Now?
The Noida Authority says that the previous authorisation was for buildings with 22 to 23 floors above ground. This limit has now been almost doubled. This means that builders will be allowed to erect structures that are up to 44 to 46 floors high. There is no official word yet on when this new rule will start to apply, though.
Source: Hindustan Times
