Punjab’s New Stilt + 4 Floors Rule:
An Important Change for Property in Zirakpur and Mohali.
Punjab’s real estate industry is about to undergo an important change after the Punjab government formally adopted the Stilt + 4 Floors (S+4) development policy in urban residential regions.
This guideline applies to residential plots of 250 square yards or bigger located on 40-foot or wider roads in approved societies & sectors. For buyers, investors, and builders in Zirakpur, Mohali, New Chandigarh, and Kharar, this rule creates new opportunities and market movements.
🔎 Tips for Buyers and Investors Before Booking a S+4 Floor
✅ Check if the venture is RERA authorized and approved under the new S+4 guideline.
✅ Confirm road width of 40 ft+
✅ Ensure proper stilt parking, not converted into rooms or shops
✅ Prefer GMADA/PUDA-approved colonies over unapproved colonies
✅ Use a trusted consultant (like Shree Ram Realty) to verify documents and location potential
Key Aspects of the S+4 Policy:
Increased Density/Supply: Aims to provide more housing units in urban areas.
Increased rental possibility due to increasing residential inventory.
Improved management of parking because a stilt level has been required.
Building Plan Sanction: Features self-certification by empanelled architects or GMADA sanction for plans.
Population Norms: Specifies population counting per plot.
Basement Guidelines: Includes rules for basement depth, height, and ventilation (e.g., 12′ setback from boundary, water-proofing, 1/10th floor area for ventilation).
Where to Find the PDF:
Direct Link: Draft Punjab Unified Building Rules, 2025 (GMADA).
GMADA Website: Navigate to the “Rules” section or search for “Punjab Unified Building Rules, 2025” on the official GMADA site.
Related Policies & Rules:
Building Rules: Governed by rules like the Punjab Regional and Town Planning and Development (General) Rules, 1995, and Punjab Apartment and Property Regulation Rules, 1995.
📍 Best Localities to Benefit from the New S+4 Policy
If you are planning to buy an independent floor or invest in plotted developments, these areas are expected to see the fastest impact:
| Location | Why It Benefits |
|---|---|
| Zirakpur (Patiala Road, PR-7 Belt) | 40ft+ roads, high floor demand, rental hotspot |
| Mohali Sectors 77–111 | Planned sectors, wide roads, premium projects |
| New Chandigarh | Rapidly growing plotted townships & wide roads |
| Emaar Group | Low-cost entry, high future appreciation |
| Airport Road Mohali | Top builder projects and direct access to Chandigarh Airport |
Final Thoughts.
Punjab’s decision to allow stilt + 4 stories is more than just a construction rule; it is a significant economic shift that will transform real estate in Zirakpur, Mohali, and surrounding areas.