-------------------------------------------------- WRITING AND DRAFTING AID ONLY — NOT LEGAL ADVICE This document is a professional writing and communication aid only. It does not constitute legal advice, does not assess the legal validity of any zoning decision, and is not a substitute for qualified legal or planning professional guidance. Always consult a qualified attorney for any zoning matter with significant consequences. -------------------------------------------------- 1. WHAT THIS LETTER IS ABOUT Rajesh and Priya Mehta are writing to the Pune Municipal Corporation Planning Department to raise a formal objection about what appears to be unauthorized commercial construction on an adjacent residential-zoned plot. They are requesting an investigation and, if appropriate, a stop work notice. A response is requested within 21 days. 2. KEY POINTS YOUR LETTER MAKES 1. The adjacent plot Survey No 44/3 is zoned residential R1 under applicable Pune zoning regulations. 2. Construction of an apparent 4-storey commercial structure has commenced on this plot. 3. No construction approvals or permits appear to be displayed at the site as required. 4. The construction is causing nuisance through noise, dust, and loss of natural light to the Mehta property. 5. PMC is requested to investigate, confirm whether valid approvals exist, and take appropriate enforcement action if approvals are not in order. 3. LETTER ONE — PROFESSIONAL AND FIRM 14 Shanti Nagar Pune Maharashtra India June 10 2026 The Planning Officer Pune Municipal Corporation Planning and Development Department Pune Maharashtra India Subject: Formal Objection — Apparent Unauthorized Construction at Survey No 44/3, Shanti Nagar, Pune — R1 Zoning Violation Dear Sir or Madam, We write as the registered owners of the residential property at Survey No 44/2, Shanti Nagar, Pune to bring to your department's attention what appears to be unauthorized commercial construction on the adjacent plot at Survey No 44/3, Shanti Nagar, Pune. The plot at Survey No 44/3 is, to the best of our understanding, classified as Residential Zone R1 under the Pune Development Plan. Commencing approximately four weeks ago, construction of what appears to be a four-storey commercial structure has begun on this plot. We have not observed any building permit or approval documentation displayed at the site as is customarily required. This construction is directly affecting our property and our family's wellbeing. We are experiencing ongoing noise and dust nuisance and a significant reduction in natural light to our home as a direct consequence of this construction activity. We respectfully request that the Pune Municipal Corporation Planning Department: 1. Investigate whether valid building permits and zoning approvals have been granted for this construction. 2. If valid approvals are not in place, issue a stop work notice requiring compliance with applicable R1 zoning regulations before any further construction proceeds. 3. Advise us of the outcome of the investigation within 21 days of the date of this letter. We are happy to provide any further information that may assist your investigation and we respectfully look forward to your prompt response. Yours faithfully Name 14 Shanti Nagar, Pune Contact Details 4. LETTER TWO — FIRMER AND MORE DIRECT 14 Shanti Nagar Pune Maharashtra India June 10 2026 The Planning Officer Pune Municipal Corporation Planning and Development Department Pune Maharashtra India Subject: Urgent — Apparent Unauthorized Commercial Construction, Survey No 44/3, Shanti Nagar, Pune Dear Sir or Madam, We write as registered owners of Survey No 44/2, Shanti Nagar, Pune to formally report what appears to be unauthorized commercial construction on the adjacent R1-zoned plot at Survey No 44/3. A four-storey commercial structure is under active construction at this location. No building permits or approvals appear to be displayed at the site. This construction is actively causing noise, dust nuisance, and loss of natural light to our property on a daily basis. We formally request that PMC investigate this matter immediately, confirm whether valid approvals exist, and if not issue a stop work notice without delay. We require written confirmation of the action taken within 21 days of this letter. If we do not receive a satisfactory response within this period we will consider all further options available to us. Yours faithfully Name Contact Details Use this version if you have already raised this matter informally and received no response, or if the construction is progressing rapidly and urgency is required. 5. LETTER THREE — CONCISE AND FACTUAL 14 Shanti Nagar, Pune June 10 2026 The Planning Officer Pune Municipal Corporation Subject: Zoning Objection — Survey No 44/3, Shanti Nagar, Pune Dear Sir or Madam, We own the property at Survey No 44/2, Shanti Nagar, Pune. Construction of what appears to be a four-storey commercial structure has commenced at the adjacent R1-zoned plot at Survey No 44/3. No permits are displayed. This is causing ongoing noise, dust, and loss of natural light to our property. Please investigate and advise whether valid approvals exist. If not, please issue a stop work notice and respond to us within 21 days. Yours faithfully Name Contact Details Use this version when following up a prior letter or when a concise factual record is required. 7. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS TO GATHER 1. Photographs of the construction site taken from your property showing the extent and nature of construction. 2. Photographs showing the absence of any permit or approval notice at the site entrance. 3. A copy of your own property title documents confirming Survey No 44/2. 4. Any Pune Development Plan zoning map confirming R1 classification of Survey No 44/3 if publicly available. 5. A written note of dates and times when noise and dust nuisance was experienced. 6. Any prior informal communications with your neighbor or PMC about this matter. 9. HOW TO HANDLE COMMON RESPONSES If PMC acknowledges and agrees to investigate: Respond promptly thanking them and provide any further evidence requested. Keep a written record of all communications and dates. If PMC confirms approvals are valid: Request a copy of the approved plans and permits so you can assess whether the construction complies with the approved scope. Consider consulting a planning attorney if you believe the approvals were improperly granted. If PMC asks for more information: Provide the requested information promptly and in writing, keeping copies of everything sent. If no response is received within 21 days: Send a formal follow-up letter referencing your original letter, noting the response deadline has passed, and requesting an immediate response. See Section 10. 10. IF NO RESPONSE IS RECEIVED If PMC does not respond within 21 days, send a formal follow-up letter by registered post referencing your original letter date and the unanswered request. Consider visiting the PMC planning counter in person to register your complaint formally. If the matter remains unresolved, consult a Maharashtra planning or property law attorney who can advise on escalation options including a formal complaint to the relevant authority. 11. PRE-SEND CHECKLIST Is the PMC Planning Department address correct? Yes / No Are the Survey Numbers for both properties accurate? Yes / No Are all factual statements in the letter accurate to the best of your knowledge? Yes / No Have photographs been taken and filed? Yes / No Is a copy of the letter being kept? Yes / No Has a qualified attorney been considered for this matter given its significance? Yes / No Is the letter being sent by registered post with delivery confirmation? Yes / No -------------------------------------------------- This Zoning Dispute Letter Package was generated by an AI tool as a professional writing and communication drafting aid only. It does not constitute legal advice. Always consult a qualified planning or property law attorney for any zoning matter with significant financial or legal consequences. --------------------------------------------------