The public has complained that the commercial hubs in the residential areas of HSR Layout has increased not them stay calm and happy.
Land prices have hiked like a skyrocket in HSR Layout. The public has complained that this has turned the whole business into a commercial hub, and those who have built a home for tranquillity are constantly irritated.
Official sanction for commercial activities on the 5th, 9th, 14th, 24th and 27th main roads and intersections of 17th and 22nd. Residents have complained, however, that almost all of the roads are overflowing with commercial stores. For example, there are three nursery schools on the 16th cross. How is it allowed? Residents question that.
“Paying Guest House (PG) for some purpose is permitted and used for other commercial purpose. They have found such trafficking for not getting permission,” said an unnamed resident.
‘There are many large stores on our street, IT Company, bakery, clothing showroom. Since parking is not arranged here, they go in front of the house. They gather in front of the house and scream cigarettes. This is our comfort.
“There is an increase in the number of PG buildings in the country. If adjacent areas are developed, it can reduce the pressure and expand the business. However, the authorities are not bothered about it,” says resident Anil Reddy.
“There has been a lot of talk at a meeting of residents’ welfare associations union about increasing commercial activity on residential roads. This has been brought to the attention of the authorities. There is a need for stringent action.
BBMP guidelines allow for commercial permits for commercial purposes where there is a ’40ft road’. However, the pub, bar and restaurant are not allowed for two years. In addition, licensing of NOCs from neighboring residents is mandatory. We have cancelled the permits from residents,” said BBMP Bommanahalli Zonal Health Officer Nagendra.
