Upcoming Residential Areas In Bangalore And Amenities To Look For In Them

Hoskote is a locality in Bangalore and its growth story is quite phenomenal. However, the keystone of growth in this area is much like that in any other area- good infrastructure and easy connectivity to other parts of the city.

Situated in the eastern part of Bangalore, this area has expanded because of the location of close to 400 manufacturing companies. The KIADB or Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board has developed the region into planned zones for industries which has led to a development of this area. The Kolar district houses the Narsapur Industrial Area which is roughly 53 kilometres away from Bangalore. It was developed in 3 phases. Located over a sprawling area of 4000 acres, the area is home to prominent Indian manufacturing companies as well as Japanese companies.

Located between Chennai and Bangalore, Vemagal is being developed by the KIADB as extension of Narsapur Industrial Belt. The region will also be in the BCIC or Bangalore Chennai Infrastructure Corridor.  Vemagal is in the Devanagiri Kolar State Highway. The development is taking place in two phases. For the first phase, 666 acres have already been acquired while the 2^nd phase shall contain roughly 1000 acres. There will be several apartments of 1BHK for rent in Bangalore Vemagal area once residential construction starts off in full force.

Owing to its geographical situation, Hoskote has a lot of advantages being offered. Not only is the Bangalore side being developed, but Chennai is also doing its bit for the development of the area. The Chennai Bangalore Expressway or the NH4 is well developed and connects southern and western sections of the city. The road also connects Hoskote with Oragadam which is another industrial spot outside Chennai. Not only is connectivity available here but also social infrastructure. For example, schools, shopping areas and hospitals are easily available here.

Connectivity Options

Hoskote is a good satellite township because the Chintamani-Hoskote Road has been repaired and there is a railroad linkage between Kolar and Whitefield with a stop on Narsapur. There is also a road to Devanahalli and the Bangalore International Airport. The BCIC is also there which connects Malur in Chennai to Hoskote.

Residential Areas

The roads to Hoskote from Bangalore are seeing a lot of development in terms of residential apartments. Projects are being developed plot wise and also mid segment housing is being made here. As the industrial belt in Hoskote is emerging as an aerospace and automobile hub, the demand for luxury and premium residential units is increasing as well. The Industrial Corridor’s development is also making this area a popular catchment for residences.

The Peninsular Region Industrial Development Corridor is a plan for developing a business corridor in Chennai-Andhra Pradesh-Mumbai-Bangalore region. The development of this region shall produce a flurry of townships in this area. Places such as Hoskote and Budigere Cross and surrounding locations are witnessing development of residential apartments as land is available at an inexpensive rate.

The expectations from the Central Government are high. There is a shortage for housing in the country because of the government’s emphasis on low cost housing solutions. As the industrial regions of Vemagal and Narsapur require affordable housing, there may be a growth spurt of real estate in this area. Builders expect the new government to aid with quick land acquisition and approvals, low cost and easy funding with improved infrastructure to make housing interesting enough for investors and builders alike.

Irrespective of the style of housing project it is, some of the common amenities offered are public halls, swimming pools, gyms, kids’ play areas etc. Using these salient points, builders often try to sell their houses. However, are these amenities at all up to the standards that they should be? Before you take a house on lease in Bangalore, do check the quality of the amenities offered.

Walking Paths

A walking path or pedestrian path needs to be wide enough to allow 2 people to walk simultaneously without bumping into each other. They should not have any hazards such as undulations and friendly for senior citizens as they would be the ones using these pathways the most.

Over the world, the average width suggested is roughly 3 ½’ to 4’ for facilitating walkers and wheelchairs.

According to planning authorities of townships, the pathways, sidewalks and crossings need to be constructed for minimising collisions with external agents like vehicular traffic and noise and architectural elements that jut out. This will keep the walkers’ environment safe.

Pools and Jacuzzis

Builders should be enquired of pool hygiene plans along with maintenance guides, which is the convention in developed countries too.

The pool cleaning mechanism should be enquired of builders because there is a limit to using chlorine for cleaning water, depending on the water’s quality. Most builders are unaware of such things.

Play Area for Kids

Safe play kits and location is very important. If a children’s play area is located near a parking lot, then it can be very unsafe. Also buyers need to enquire the frequency of changing the sand in sand pits. A first aid kit should be kept nearby in case a child gets injured while playing.

Landscaping and Planting Trees

You should check the kind of plants being put in the compound. Make sure that they are free from thorns so that no one pricks their fingers on them. The plants put in should have deep roots for holding on to the soil because Bangalore has fierce winds blowing in. Potted plants and the ones that shed leaves may make walking paths slippery and therefore, you should pay close attention to where these kinds of plants are being put in.

Requirements of Gymnasiums

A bright and open design should be adopted for gymnasiums. Air circulation should be there and hence narrow and long corridors must be avoided. From the club foyer, you should be able to see the main facilities which will allow users to get used to the layout of the gymnasium.

Friendly for Senior Citizens

The project should have walking paths which are well lit and with smooth surfaces. There should be access for handicaps with spaced for helpers. Cycling paths should be separate from the pedestrian ones. Also, transportation from one sport to one other sport inside the community should be easy and there should be arrangements made for safe and small vehicles inside the community.