India, March 27 -- In a move aimed at boosting redevelopment of old buildings in city's air funnel zone, which was earlier restricted due to height limitations to ensure safety of flights, deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde on Wednesday announced in the Legislative Council that approval has been given for separate provision in the Development Control and Promotion Regulations (DCPR) 2034 for redevelopment in the zone, which includes areas like Santacruz, Parle, and Kurla.

The move will ensure owners get transferable development rights (TDR) for the buildable area and enable the redevelopment of the buildings to their full potential, utilising the entire plot area.

As per the announcement, the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act,...