Maha Govt Mulls Raising Building Height Cap To 180m

We are dedicated to creating aesthetically pleasing and thoughtfully designed spaces. The news of increasing the building height limit is a positive and exciting step forward in that direction -- Govind Krishnan Muthukumar, MD and Co-founder, Tridhaatu Realty

Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has proposed raising the height limit for high-rise buildings from 120 to 180 metres, a move that would require approval from the BMC’s Technical Committee. Currently, a 120-metre structure accommodates approximately 40 floors, but with the proposed increase, high-rise buildings could go up between 50 to 60 floors. This initiative has been warmly welcomed by the real estate industry, with several housing experts offering their insights on the potential impact of the change.

Govind Krishnan Muthukumar, Managing Director and Co-founder, Tridhaatu Realty, told Bizz Buzz, “We are dedicated to creating aesthetically pleasing and thoughtfully designed spaces. The news of increasing the building height limit is a positive and exciting step forward in that direction.”

It will open up new opportunities to craft innovative, spacious, and sustainable developments that enhance the living experience while contributing to the city’s growth and skyline, he added.

Abhishek Jain, COO, Satellite Developers, hailed the proposal to raise the building height limit from 120m to 180m as a promising development for Mumbai, particularly in addressing the city’s space constraints.

“This presents an unique opportunity to create enhanced living and working spaces that are thoughtfully designed to elevate the lifestyles of our customers, while also meeting their demand for modern, spacious, and sustainable buildings,” Jain added.

Samyak Jain, Director, Siddha Group, said that raising the building height limit is a significant step forward in driving the city’s growth and shaping a more progressive urban landscape. He pointed out that this move will address the evolving needs of a growing population.

As cities expand, it is crucial to adapt by providing more housing, commercial spaces, and infrastructure, all while preserving a high quality of life for future generations. Taller buildings contribute to sustainability by optimising land use, reducing urban sprawl, and enhancing energy efficiency.

Studies show that high-rise apartments consume less energy per capita than detached houses due to shared walls and centralized systems.

By incorporating sustainable design choices such as energy-efficient materials, green roofs, and renewable energy integration, we can ensure that vertical growth becomes a catalyst for a more efficient, livable, and environmentally responsible urban future, Mumbai’s developers echoed highlighting its benefits.