Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025: Statewide survey proposed to assess housing demand in post-COVID-19 era
According to the policy, a detailed housing need survey and analysis will be carried out across all districts of the state and is targeted for completion by 2026. This will enable a district-wise understanding of housing demand.
"These surveys will focus on understanding existing housing conditions, socio-economic profiles, and access to basic infrastructure and services. The collected data will serve as the foundation for policy formulation, resource allocation, and prioritisation of housing projects to address diverse regional and demographic needs effectively," the policy reads.
The policy highlights that a core component of the survey will be a comprehensive demand analysis aimed at capturing both current and projected housing needs across various income groups and geographic areas.
Also Read: Maharashtra Cabinet approves Housing Policy 2025, targets 35 lakh affordable homes by 2030
It will take into account factors such as migration trends, rental housing dynamics, and the demand for affordable, rental, and special category housing. This data-driven approach, the policy states, will help the state align its housing supply strategies with actual ground-level demand, enabling more targeted and effective planning.
The policy emphasises a need-based survey approach to ensure inclusive and equitable housing solutions across Maharashtra. As per the approved framework, the survey will assess housing requirements across different income groups, with a special focus on vulnerable populations such as economically weaker sections (EWS), low-income groups (LIG), working women, senior citizens, students, and persons with disabilities.
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The Maharashtra government has also decided to conduct a district-wise survey of government land banks by March 2026 to identify land for public housing projects.
The Maharashtra cabinet on May 22 approved the state's much-awaited 2025 Housing Policy, aiming to construct 35 lakh affordable homes by 2030. With an investment outlay of ₹70,000 crore, the policy outlines a comprehensive plan to support homebuyers, developers, and other stakeholders across the housing ecosystem.
Also Read: Maharashtra Housing Policy 2025 offers major benefits for senior living buyers; Stamp duty reduced to flat ₹1,000
The Maharashtra government has also given incentives for senior living housing projects. Under the new policy, stamp duty for buyers of such properties has been reduced to a flat ₹1,000, down from the current 5% to 7% of the property's value, depending on the location.
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