S.N. Chandrashekar And Anr vs State Of Karnataka And Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of land use conversion under the Karnataka Town and Country Planning Act, 1961, specifically Section 14-A, in the context of a residential area in Bangalore. The Court held that the Bangalore Development Authority's sanction for converting residential plots to commercial use must comply with the original development plan and local objections. The Court ultimately upheld the residents' concerns regarding unauthorized commercial activities, emphasizing adherence to sanctioned plans and local regulations.