The urbanisation of the state has thrown up a number of challenges. The re-distribution of political power away from the villages, the migration of large numbers of people to cities (including from other states), the changing nature of the new economy, the threats to the environment and the character of old cities, are all issues that we must grapple with and overcome equitably and sustainably.

Notification of Urban Development Department, Govt of Maharashtra on Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act 1966.

Special regulations for development of tourist resorts/holiday homes/township in hill station type areas.