Illegal structures developing due to FSI norm 

The existing floor space index (FSI) criterion in Secunderabad Cantonment has governed the mushrooming of unauthorised structures, alleging residents.  

Residents say that the SCB has been ignoring and violating “Over 90% of the silt/basement space is being used illegally,” said Vikram Kumar, a resident of Picket.  

Senior advocate BVVS Srinivasa Rao informed that “But this cannot be brought under control unless there is a merger. Property owners will also be relieved from Cantonment’s FSI norm if it becomes a part of GHMC. 

SCB a senior engineer said: “We do maintain any separate data on unauthorised constructions in the silt/basement. We demolished all such unauthorised structures, following an inspection report submitted to SCB’s chief executive officer.” “If anybody finds deviations they can complain about the SCB CEO along with photos. Appropriate action will be taken if the property owner is found violating the Cantonment Act,” the SCB official explained.