GURUGRAM: Three towers of NBCC Green View will be razed. The district administration has granted permission for demolition of towers E, F and G — along with surrounding structures and services — at NBCC Green View in Sector 37D.

The approval was issued following a request by NBCC (India) Ltd., which had submitted a representation on Jan 22. NBCC had sought permission to demolish these three towers on priority, as several balconies of Tower F had collapsed in 2024, posing a serious threat to a school adjacent to the complex.

The ownership of these towers remains with NBCC, as the units were never sold.

The decision was finalised at a meeting held on Feb 10 under the chairmanship of deputy commissioner.

The demolition approval marks a significant step in resolving the long-pending crisis faced by homebuyers, who have been waiting for a resolution since their forced evacuation in 2022. Permission to demolish other towers, which were vacated by the flat owners, is still awaited as settlement with flat owners is pending.

In a letter to authorities earlier, NBCC highlighted the urgent need to demolish the unsafe structures.

"Due to the deteriorating condition of the building, multiple balconies of Tower F collapsed on Aug 9, 2024 and again on Sept 9, 2024. The risk of further collapse threatens the safety of nearby residents and the adjacent school," an NBCC official said in the letter. The company assured that demolition would be conducted using high-reach machines in a controlled manner by a private agency. Authorities have directed NBCC to follow all safety and environmental norms during demolition.

The company must obtain necessary no objection certificates (NOCs) from concerned departments and submit fortnightly progress reports. Officials have also warned that NBCC will be held solely responsible for any mishaps.

Representatives from key administrative and technical departments — including the additional deputy commissioner, the district town planner (enforcement) and the public works department (PWD) — were present at the Feb 10 meeting chaired by the DC.

After extensive deliberations, officials agreed to allow the demolition, provided NBCC adheres to all prescribed guidelines.

According to the order, the demolition will proceed in compliance with the applicable policies and guidelines. The district commissioner's order said, "After detailed deliberation at a meeting held on Feb 10 with officials from relevant departments, it was decided to allow the demolition of the mentioned towers, subject to adherence to all regulations."

The order issued on Tuesday further added, "Accordingly, following the necessary NOC provided by the concerned departments as per their policy parameters, the permission is allowed for demolition of Towers E, F & G along with surrounding structures/services of Group Housing Society, namely, NBCC Green View, Sector 37 D, Gurgaon. Further, it is also directed that you shall comply with all guidelines as suggested by the concerned departments before execution. The necessary instructions issued by the concerned departments are enclosed herewith for further compliance."