Complaint against construction of extra space

I have a property in MJ Nagar Powai area, with the area ward being "S ward". We had made the double mala 1+ year ago, which cost near 2 lakh rupees. Recently, my uncle filed a complaint with the Mahanagar Palika, claiming that the room was constructed with extra space, even though we had constructed it as per the room size, and it was legal when compared to other rooms beside ours. Despite this, there has been no action taken by the Mahanagar Palika. I want to secure my room fully for safety so that it would not be destroyed…

Question: Complaint against construction of extra space. I have a property in MJ Nagar Powai area, with the area ward being "S ward". We had made the double mala 1+ year ago, which cost near 2 lakh rupees. Recently, my uncle filed a complaint with the Mahanagar Palika, claiming that the room was constructed with extra space, even though we had constructed it as per the room size, and it was legal when compared to other rooms beside ours.

Despite this, there has been no action taken by the Mahanagar Palika. I want to secure my room fully for safety so that it would not be destroyed or affected by anyone. I need your consultation on how to secure the property and what needs to be done now. Should I pay the property tax? If yes, what is the procedure? If not, what else needs to be done? What necessary actions need to be taken now? I would really appreciate it if you could give me your best opinion on the above situation. Thank you.

Based on the information provided, it seems that the issue at hand is related to the construction of a room in your property, which has been questioned by your uncle and reported to the Mahanagar Palika. Despite your assertion that the construction was done as per the room size and was legal, no action has been taken by the authorities.

In order to secure your property and prevent any potential damage or negative impact, it is advisable to consult with a legal professional or a construction expert. They can provide you with guidance on the best course of action, including whether or not to pay property tax, and the procedures involved.

It may also be helpful to gather any relevant documents or evidence related to the construction and legality of the room in question, as this can support your case and help to resolve the issue more efficiently.

Overall, it is important to take swift and proactive measures to address the situation, and seeking professional advice can be a valuable step in protecting your property and ensuring a satisfactory resolution to the matter.

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