BBMP to establish a regulatory framework for PG establishments
20,000+ PGs accommodate 17 lakh+ working professionals, students
BBMP commissioner emphasized lack of existing guidelines for PGs
In response to mounting concerns from resident welfare organizations and citizen groups regarding the transformation of residential neighbourhoods into commercial areas due to the proliferation of paying guest (PG) accommodations, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has taken the initiative to establish a regulatory framework for these establishments.
With the number of PG accommodations in Bengaluru surpassing 20,000 and continuing to rise, the BBMP’s decision marks a significant step in addressing the unregulated growth of this sector.
The absence of government oversight has allowed many buildings to convert into PGs to capitalize on the high demand for housing, particularly from outstation students and young professionals. Some PGs, operating in substandard conditions or overcrowded spaces, charge substantial rents.
Tushar Giri Nath, the chief commissioner of BBMP, emphasized the lack of existing guidelines for PGs and announced the formulation of a comprehensive framework to address this gap. The proposed regulations aim to cover various aspects, including limiting the maximum number of guests per room, specifying the required number of washrooms/toilets, and addressing safety and health concerns.
While the grievances primarily target specific PGs, the regulatory measures will impact all facilities operating in the city. According to the PG Owners’ Association of Bengaluru, there are over 20,000 such facilities accommodating more than 17 lakh working professionals and students.
BBMP officials highlighted that despite collecting substantial rents, many PGs were not contributing to the public coffers. Additionally, some PGs situated on the city outskirts operate without proper documentation, lacking the necessary permits. Allegedly, a few establishments exploit domestic utility rates for water and power consumption by not officially declaring themselves as commercial entities.
BBMP to establish a regulatory framework for PG establishments
20,000+ PGs accommodate 17 lakh+ working professionals, students
BBMP commissioner emphasized lack of existing guidelines for PGs
In response to mounting concerns from resident welfare organizations and citizen groups regarding the transformation of residential neighbourhoods into commercial areas due to the proliferation of paying guest (PG) accommodations, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has taken the initiative to establish a regulatory framework for these establishments.
With the number of PG accommodations in Bengaluru surpassing 20,000 and continuing to rise, the BBMP’s decision marks a significant step in addressing the unregulated growth of this sector.
The absence of government oversight has allowed many buildings to convert into PGs to capitalize on the high demand for housing, particularly from outstation students and young professionals. Some PGs, operating in substandard conditions or overcrowded spaces, charge substantial rents.
Tushar Giri Nath, the chief commissioner of BBMP, emphasized the lack of existing guidelines for PGs and announced the formulation of a comprehensive framework to address this gap. The proposed regulations aim to cover various aspects, including limiting the maximum number of guests per room, specifying the required number of washrooms/toilets, and addressing safety and health concerns.
While the grievances primarily target specific PGs, the regulatory measures will impact all facilities operating in the city. According to the PG Owners’ Association of Bengaluru, there are over 20,000 such facilities accommodating more than 17 lakh working professionals and students.
BBMP officials highlighted that despite collecting substantial rents, many PGs were not contributing to the public coffers. Additionally, some PGs situated on the city outskirts operate without proper documentation, lacking the necessary permits. Allegedly, a few establishments exploit domestic utility rates for water and power consumption by not officially declaring themselves as commercial entities.
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