A successful rezoning—especially from agricultural or residential to industrial or commercial use—often triggers mandatory infrastructure upgrades to support increased demand, regulatory compliance, and safe development. These upgrades may be imposed as conditions of approval or may be required to meet local building codes and service standards.
Below are the key categories of infrastructure improvements commonly required:
1. Roadway and Transportation Access
- Widening of existing roads or construction of access roads to handle increased traffic volume.
- Installation of turning lanes, traffic signals, and service roads.
- Provision for heavy vehicle circulation, including loading/unloading bays.
- Pedestrian pathways, street lighting, and bus bay provisions (in urban zones).
2. Water Supply and Distribution
- Extension or upgrading of municipal water lines or the development of new borewells or tanks.
- Installation of pumps, reservoirs, and meters to meet industrial or commercial demand.
- Allocation of water usage quota by the local water authority based on projected consumption.
3. Sewerage and Drainage Systems
- Connection to existing sewer networks or installation of on-site sewage treatment plants (STPs).
- Construction of stormwater drains, culverts, and retention ponds to manage runoff.
- Compliance with rainwater harvesting norms and drainage master plans.
4. Power and Energy Infrastructure
- Upgrading of electrical transformers and substations to handle increased load.
- Installation of dedicated HT/LT lines and metering systems.
- In some cases, the creation of renewable energy provisions like solar backup (as per green building norms).
5. Telecommunication and Internet Facilities
- Extension of fiber optic cables or communication ducts to support business or factory needs.
- Coordination with telecom providers for reliable connectivity and bandwidth capacity.
