Mumbai Masterplan
MMRDA-2034

Overview
The Greater Mumbai Development Plan 2034 is the statutory land-use blueprint for all 24 wards of Greater Mumbai, prepared by the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) under the MRTP Act, 1966, and sanctioned on 8 May 2018. Every parcel in this city sits inside a zone code that determines FSI entitlement, TDR access, and whether construction is permissible at all. Verifying your Mumbai masterplan 2034 zone before any transaction is the single step that separates a viable deal from a frozen one. This page covers the critical regulatory traps, the corridors where DP 2034 zone classification directly affects land value, and how to use 1acre's tools to verify a plot remotely.
Reserved Plots and FSI Traps: The Two Mumbai DP 2034 Risks That Stop Projects Cold
Island City
Road Width
Below 9m
Base (Zonal) FSI
1.33
Maximum Permissible FSI (with Premium + TDR)
1.33 (no additional FSI)
Island City
Road Width
9m to 12m
Base (Zonal) FSI
1.33
Maximum Permissible FSI (with Premium + TDR)
2.00
Island City
Road Width
18m to 27m
Base (Zonal) FSI
1.33
Maximum Permissible FSI (with Premium + TDR)
2.70
Suburbs
Road Width
Below 9m
Base (Zonal) FSI
1.00
Maximum Permissible FSI (with Premium + TDR)
1.00 (no additional FSI)
Suburbs
Road Width
9m to 12m
Base (Zonal) FSI
1.00
Maximum Permissible FSI (with Premium + TDR)
2.00
Suburbs
Road Width
27m and above
Base (Zonal) FSI
1.00
Maximum Permissible FSI (with Premium + TDR)
2.50
Area
Road Width
Base (Zonal) FSI
Maximum Permissible FSI (with Premium + TDR)
Island City
Below 9m
1.33
1.33 (no additional FSI)
Island City
9m to 12m
1.33
2.00
Island City
18m to 27m
1.33
2.70
Suburbs
Below 9m
1.00
1.00 (no additional FSI)
Suburbs
9m to 12m
1.00
2.00
Suburbs
27m and above
1.00
2.50
An additional Fungible Compensatory Area (FCA) of up to 35% of permissible FSI is available on payment of a separate premium. A documented Andheri case saw a developer begin a housing project assuming an FSI of 2.5 on a road that did not meet the required width; the project was halted, and legal revision took over six months. If a broker cannot produce an official DP Remarks document matched to the CTS number of the plot, that FSI figure is guesswork.
Borivali to Eastern Suburbs: Where Mumbai Masterplan 2034 Zone Drives Investable Demand
Borivali, Western Suburbs
Zone Profile
Residential
Key Infrastructure Driver
Metro Line 6
Buyer Risk
Check for SGNP ESZ boundary overlap
Malad, Western Suburbs
Zone Profile
Residential / Commercial
Key Infrastructure Driver
Metro Line 7
Buyer Risk
Confirm road width before calculating FSI ceiling
Eastern Suburbs
Zone Profile
Mixed Residential / Industrial
Key Infrastructure Driver
Metro Lines 9 and 10
Buyer Risk
Industrial zone adjacency is possible on the CTS boundary
Island City waterfront
Zone Profile
Residential / Commercial
Key Infrastructure Driver
Coastal Road Project
Buyer Risk
High reservation density; mandatory DP Remarks pull
Corridor
Zone Profile
Key Infrastructure Driver
Buyer Risk
Borivali, Western Suburbs
Residential
Metro Line 6
Check for SGNP ESZ boundary overlap
Malad, Western Suburbs
Residential / Commercial
Metro Line 7
Confirm road width before calculating FSI ceiling
Eastern Suburbs
Mixed Residential / Industrial
Metro Lines 9 and 10
Industrial zone adjacency is possible on the CTS boundary
Island City waterfront
Residential / Commercial
Coastal Road Project
High reservation density; mandatory DP Remarks pull
Borivali is the most misread corridor. Plots marketed near Sanjay Gandhi National Park may overlap with the ESZ boundary delineated by Maharashtra's December 2016 notification. ESZ-1 parcels permit residential development in principle, but the DP 2034 zone and the ESZ classification must both be checked against the actual CTS number before any offer is made.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check my plot's Mumbai masterplan 2034 zone online?
Use the official MCGM DP Remarks portal by entering the CTS number and ward to generate zoning details. This report shows reservations and land use. Cross-checking with a map-based overlay helps visually confirm boundaries before purchase.
What does a reservation code mean on a Mumbai DP 2034 map?
A reservation code indicates the land is designated for public use, such as roads, parks, or schools. Construction is restricted unless the reservation is removed, making it critical to verify before considering development or purchase.
What is the maximum FSI for a suburban plot under DCPR 2034?
FSI varies by road width, with higher FSI allowed on wider roads through TDR and premium options. Narrow roads have stricter limits, so buyers must confirm applicable FSI rules to understand true development potential.
What is a CTS number, and why does it matter for Mumbai land transactions?
A CTS number uniquely identifies each land parcel in Mumbai and is essential for generating DP remarks, verifying ownership, and completing registration. Without it, accurate zoning checks and legal transactions cannot proceed.
What is the difference between Excluded Parts and Sanctioned Modifications in DP 2034?
Excluded Parts are areas approved later after initial plan sanction, while Sanctioned Modifications are updates made post-approval. Both can alter zoning, so verifying these classifications ensures an accurate understanding of a plot’s current status.
Can a plot reserved as open space in Mumbai DP 2034 be used for housing?
Generally, open space reservations are non-buildable. Limited exceptions exist under specific redevelopment schemes, but standard residential or commercial construction is not allowed, making such plots unsuitable for typical housing development.
Which infrastructure projects in Mumbai are currently driving DP zone value changes?
Major metro lines and coastal road development are driving demand shifts across Mumbai. These infrastructure projects influence accessibility and zoning value, making nearby plots more attractive for residential and commercial investment, depending on connectivity improvements.
Disclaimer
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Data Source & Verification
Source
Official Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) documents
Official Website
https://mmrda.maharashtra.gov.in
Coordinate Reference System
EPSG:4326 (WGS 84)
Geometry Type
Polygon / MultiPolygon
Data Format
Vector (GeoJSON) + Raster Tiles
Last Verified
2026
Status
Active
