The Maharashtra Coastal Zone Management Authority (MCZMA) has granted Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) clearance for a housing project intended for sanitation workers. This project is being developed under the 'Aashray' scheme at Cochin Street, Fort. BJP corporator Makarand Narwekar has urged the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) to expedite the implementation of this project, emphasizing that it is aimed at ensuring dignified housing for sanitation workers in a timely manner.
Project Details and Proposal
The BMC submitted a proposal to the MCZMA for the redevelopment of Municipal Staff Colony No. 3, situated at Cochin Street and Kalikat Street in Fort. The proposal entails the construction of a ground-plus-nine-storey building on this plot, which spans an area of 489.14 square metres. The proposed height of the building is 29.30 metres.
Objective and Benefits
“The primary objective of this project is to provide housing to sanitation workers, who play a pivotal role in maintaining the cleanliness and public health infrastructure of Mumbai city,” said Narwekar. He added, “Under this project, there is a proposal to construct 54 flats for sanitation workers, each measuring 238 square feet in area.”
The CRZ clearance is a significant milestone for the project, which aims to improve living conditions for sanitation workers. The BMC is expected to move forward with the construction process following this approval. The project is part of the broader 'Aashray' scheme, which focuses on providing affordable housing to municipal employees.
Narwekar reiterated the importance of timely completion, noting that sanitation workers deserve proper accommodation. The redevelopment of the existing colony will replace old structures with modern amenities, ensuring a better quality of life for the workers and their families.
