All properties must be geo-tagged to qualify for a 10% property tax exemption from the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). A unique latitude-longitude marker is associated with a GIS map attribute to ensure correct positioning.
Geo-tagging makes unique latitude-longitude band information more permanent, improving MCD service. Failure to geo-tag by January 31, the geo-tagging deadline, forfeits the 10% lump-sum advance tax rebate.
The MCD announced in December that all properties must be geo-tagged to receive a 10% property tax exemption. According to a media source, just 78,000 Delhi business and residential properties have been geo-tagged.
What is geo-tagging?
Geo-tagging properties on a Geographic Information System (GIS) map involves assigning a latitude-longitude marker, according to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) website. The present location corresponding to a unique property identification code is chosen. It ensures properties are identified by their exact map location.
Why is geo-tagging of properties required?
The MCD stated geo-tagging properties helps the civic agency better serve citizens by identifying properties by location. Geo-tagging a property allows it to be easily located in a geographical space, which can be utilized to improve citizen services.
How does the MCD benefit from geo-tagging?
MCD’s website states that latitude-longitude band information is unique and relatively persistent, unlike other addresses. The accurate data can be used to improve citizen services and outreach.
What if you don’t geo-tag your property by January 31?
Property owners who fail to geo-tag their properties by January 31 will forfeit eligibility for the 10% refund on lump-sum advance tax payments in the upcoming fiscal year, which ends June 30. According to MCD, geo-tagging a property is unnecessary if officers have already done so.
The MCD also asked property owners who haven’t registered their assets on the civic body’s property tax portal to do so, generate a UPIC, and geo-tag their properties. The civic authority may sue to recoup the tax if you don’t register by January 31.
How to geotag your property?
The MCD has a mobile app for geo-tagging residential and non-residential properties. Property owners can use the Google Play Store-available Unified Mobile App (UMA) or the website at https://mcdonline.nic.in/mcdapp.html.
To geo-tag, candidates must complete these steps:
- Download the UMA app and choose citizen.
- Enter login info.
- Use your registered cellphone number to geotag using the Unique Property Identification Code (UPIC).
- Select the Property UPIC, click Action, and select ‘geo-tagging’ to see the map location.
Geo-tagging properties without UPIC numbers requires UPIC generation.
Conclusion
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) requires geo-tagging all Delhi properties to receive a 10% property tax exemption. A latitude-longitude marker is associated with a property on a Geographic Information System (GIS) map to ensure correct positioning. Geo-tagging helps civic agencies better serve citizens by identifying properties by location. The MCD benefits from geo-tagging since latitude-longitude band information is unique and permanent, improving service delivery. Without geo-tagging by January 31, you will not qualify for the 10% rebate on lump-sum advance tax payments in the coming year. MCD has a mobile app for geo-tagging residential and non-residential properties.
