Author: Mumbai Metropolitan Region Heritage Conservation Society
Place: Mumbai
Publisher: Mumbai Metropolitan Region Heritage Conservation Society
Year: 2002
Pages: 46
ISBN: 81-87922-04-4
Subject: Architecture
Sub-Subject: Heritage Architecture
Keyword: Heritage Conservation
Classification: 720.288
Shelf: C5R2
Accession No: B103
Contents: 1- The Oper House Precinct 2- The Sub- Precincts 3- Procedure for Review by MHCC 4- Definitions 5- Intent of the Guidelines 6- General Guidelines for the Precinct 7- Regulations for the Opera House Precinct 8- Guidelines for Reconstructions 9- Guidelines for Cessed Building 10- Guidelines for Repairs & Restorations 11- Guidelines for New Additios 12- General Architectural Control Guidelines 13- Architectural Control Guidelines for Edwardian Precinct 14- Architectural Control Guidelines for Indo-Edwardian Precinct 15- Architectural Control Guidelines for Vernacular Precinct 16- Architectural Control Guidelines for Corner Buildings Bibliography
Abstract: This document provides conservation guidelines for Bombay’s Opera House Precinct to preserve its historical, architectural, and cultural significance. It defines the precinct and sub-precincts and outlines the review process by the Municipal Heritage Conservation Committee (MHCC). The guidelines clarify key terms and emphasize maintaining the precinct’s unique character within Bombay’s urban heritage. They cover regulations on reconstruction, repairs, restorations, and new additions. Specific architectural controls address Edwardian, Indo-Edwardian, Vernacular, and Corner Buildings to ensure sympathetic interventions. These guidelines aim to protect the precinct’s heritage while supporting thoughtful, context-sensitive development. A bibliography supports the framework.