The government of Himachal Pradesh plans to roll out a GIS-based development plan for the town of Shimla.
After 40 years of wait, Shimla city will have a comprehensive development plan to take care of the city for the next two decades. The development plan 2041, will carry details on the proposed zoning regulations, building bylaws, etc.
As part of the draft development plan, building bylaws for core area will comprise two floors, habitable attic and parking, whereas three floors, habitable attic and parking were suggested for non-core area. Relaxations will be given in terms of building height, number of floors and land-use along the main roads, including national/state highways.
The State Minister for Urban Development, Suresh Bhardwaj has asked to notify the city plan before 25 January 2022.