Tilted apartment wing: Developer begins demolition, 49 flats to be rebuild
A source in the GBA’s town planning section confirmed to The Hindu that the external agency that had given the soil investigation report had discrepancies, which led to the tilt
SNN Raj Corp. started demolishing an 18-storey apartment wing with 49 flats at its SNN Raj Etternia project near Kudlu Gate on Friday. The tilt in the wing prompted the decision, following which the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) granted permission after the company obtained necessary permits from multiple departments. The company voluntarily opted for demolition after discovering discrepancies in the soil investigation report, which led to an inaccurate assessment of soil conditions.
Experts are using controlled dismantling techniques, including diamond cutting, that are expected to take six months. Following the demolition, reconstruction will commence. The company has assured that the process will be carried out in phases to minimize disturbance to neighboring buildings and residents. They have also commenced fresh soil investigations across the affected area and plan to conduct independent soil assessments for future projects.
The reconstructed buildings will undergo third-party verification before completion. The developer is required to adhere to prescribed demolition procedures, or else face consequences.
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