The Supreme Court’s judgment emphasizes strict adherence to building regulations, aiming to curtail unauthorized construction and ensure sustainable urban development. Key highlights include:
1. Loans and Utilities Tied to Certification:
Banks and financial institutions are prohibited from sanctioning loans for buildings lacking valid completion or occupation certificates.
Service providers cannot provide electricity, water, or sewerage connections without these certificates.
2. Nationwide Guidelines:
No business or trade licenses will be issued for unauthorized buildings.
Builders must commit to handing over possession only after securing the necessary completion/occupation certificates.
3. Accountability for Authorities:
Officials issuing wrongful completion/occupation certificates will face departmental action.
4. Strict Enforcement:
Violations will attract contempt proceedings and prosecution under applicable laws.
Any deviation from approved building plans must be rectified immediately, even post-certification.
5. No Regularization Without Exception:
Regularization of unauthorized construction is discouraged, except under exceptional, thoroughly surveyed circumstances.
6. Judicial and Administrative Compliance:
Copies of the judgment are to be circulated to all states, Union Territories, local authorities, and High Courts for strict implementation.