🌿 Air Pollution Control Around APRV – A Collective Effort

A group of passionate APRV residents has come together to tackle a long-standing concern—pollution around our community. This group, led by active members including Vivek, Shoma, Vasanthi, Vijay, Kavitha, Subhash, Jyothi, Meghna, Raj Pinisetti, Ravindra, Sapna, Soumitra, Swati, Venu, Ajay, Anya, Arati, Krishna, Namrataa, Neha, Pramod, Saurabh, Somya, Suse, Vaishnavi, Ved, Vidhya, and Kavita, has been working tirelessly over the past months to identify, document, and push for action against pollution-causing sources in and around APRV.

📝 Comprehensive Report

The team undertook extensive research and on-ground information gathering to identify and document key sources of pollution affecting our environment and health. The findings were compiled into a comprehensive report, which you can access here:

👉 [Pollution Source Report ]

🖊️ Petition with Community Support

To push for action, a community petition was launched—and the response was overwhelming!

We received over 1,450 signatures, showing the collective voice and strength of our neighborhood.

🔗 Petition link: https://chng.it/tLBSyQ858j

✅ First Victory: Gear School Road Plot Action

We are excited to share that the first major source of pollution, the vacant plot next to APR Villas on Gear School Road, has been partially addressed by BBMP. The area has been barricaded, and further cleanup is underway. This is a significant milestone, and more progress is expected in the coming weeks.

🙌 What’s Next?

The team continues to engage with civic authorities and monitor progress.

Stay tuned for updates and if you’d like to get involved, please reach out to https://chat.whatsapp.com/HmQadmctm7KDKTl2QtmhAF. 

Together, we can reclaim clean air and safe surroundings for APRV.

Noise Pollution Control - Bangalore, Karnataka India Rule

📜 Gated Community Rules & Guidelines

(Applicable to all Residents, Tenants, and Guests)

Note: APR Villas Residents Association (APRV) ensures full compliance with local regulations for all community events. For cultural celebrations, the designated event leads take responsibility to procure necessary permissions from the jurisdictional police authorities, including the ACP’s office, for the use of sound systems. APRV strictly adheres to Rule 5(3) of the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, which permits extended hours till midnight for approved cultural and festival occasions, ensuring all activities are conducted within the permitted guidelines.

1. Loud Music Rules in Bangalore

In accordance with the Noise Pollution (Regulation and Control) Rules, 2000, the Supreme Court guidelines, and enforcement by Bangalore Police / BBMP:

• Permissible Noise Levels
  
  

  • Daytime (6:00 am – 10:00 pm): Up to 55 dB(A)
    
    

  • Nighttime (10:00 pm – 6:00 am): Up to 45 dB(A)
    
    

• Prohibited Timings
  
  

  • No loud music, live bands, DJs, or amplified sound systems are allowed between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am.
    
    

  • Exceptions apply only for soundproofed auditoriums/halls with prior written permission from authorities.
    
    

• Use of Loudspeakers
  
  

  • Requires written permission from BBMP/Police.
    
    

  • Unauthorized loudspeakers can be seized by police.
    
    

• Community Application
  
  

  • Parties or gatherings in flats, terraces, or common halls must end amplified music by 10:00 pm sharp.
    
    

  • Residents are encouraged to use indoor speakers at low volume or headphones after this time.
    
    

• Consequences for Violation
  
  

  • First Offence: Written warning by ARVOWA.
    
    

  • Second Offence: Fine as determined by ARVOWA.
    
    

  • Repeated/Severe Offence: Complaint to Bangalore Police / BBMP; equipment may be seized.
    
    

2. Noise & Music (General Community Rule)

• At all times, residents should ensure that noise/music does not disturb neighbors.
  
  

• Corridors, balconies, and open terraces should not be used for loud gatherings.
  
  

• Children’s playtime, festivals, and cultural programs must also respect the 10 pm cut-off.
  
  

(Remaining sections: Common Areas, Parties, Safety, Waste, Construction, Parking, Pets, Pool & Gym, Compliance, Dispute Resolution — same as before)

📢 Quick Reference – Loud Music & Noise Rules

(Applicable to All Residents, Tenants & Guests)

🔇 Noise Limits in Residential Areas (Bangalore Law)

• Day (6:00 am – 10:00 pm): Max 55 dB(A)
  
  

• Night (10:00 pm – 6:00 am): Max 45 dB(A)
  
  

🚫 Prohibited Hours

• No loud music, DJs, bands, or loudspeakers after 10:00 pm.
  
  

• Applies equally on weekdays and weekends.
  
  

• Only indoor soundproofed halls with BBMP/police permission are exempt.
  
  

🏡 Community Guidelines

• Keep music/TV volume low so it does not disturb neighbors.
  
  

• Use headphones after 10:00 pm.
  
  

• Clubhouse / party hall events must end amplified music by 10:00 pm sharp.
  
  

• Balconies and terraces cannot be used for loud gatherings.
  
  

⚠️ Consequences for Violations

• 1st offence: Warning from ARVOWA.
  
  

• 2nd offence: Fine as per community rules.
  
  

• Repeat offence: Reported to Bangalore Police / BBMP (equipment can be seized).
  
  

📞 Emergency / Complaint Contacts

• Police Control Room: 100 / 112
  
  

• BBMP Control Room: 080-2266-0000
  
  

• KSPCB (Noise Complaints): 080-2558-8821 / complaints@kspcb.in
  
  

• Community RWA Office: gm@aprvillas.com
  
  

✅ Remember: Noise rules protect everyone’s right to peace at home. Let’s keep our community safe, lawful, and harmonious.

A comprehensive set of parking rules aligned with BBMP norms, Karnataka Apartment Ownership Act, and standard APRVOWA practices.

🚗 Parking Rules – Gated Community Villas (Bangalore)

These rules apply to all residents, tenants, domestic staff, vendors, and guests inside the community.

1. Resident Parking

• Each villa is entitled to park only in its designated driveway/garage..
  
  

• Parking on internal roads, Green setback areas such as front lawns, Neighbor’s driveway(without approval), fire lanes, children’s play areas, landscaped zones, between palm trees on community owned lands is strictly prohibited.
  
  

• Additional vehicles beyond the allocated slots must be parked in designated visitor/overflow parking which is temple road. Parking permanently will attract fines and potential towing.. 

• Clubhouse Basement parking is allowed only when Clubhouse is open and is for residents vehicles with stickers. Parking overnight will attract fines.

• Drivers/Household workers parking their two wheelers on pathways is allowed as long as owners driveways are not vacant. 

2. Guest / Visitor Parking

• Visitors staying overnight or more than 3 hours or after 11-30 PM must park in marked visitor parking areas(Temple Road) only.

• If more than 2 visitors at a time, then the owner should assist visitors to park in temple road.

• Overnight visitor parking is permitted only with prior intimation to security/APRVOWA and at the Temple Road parking only. They can park in the vacant designated driveway of the Villas they are visiting. Parking permanently will attract fines and potential towing..
  
  

• Guests cannot use residents’ driveways or block neighboring villas.

• Clubhouse Basement parking is allowed only when Clubhouse is open and is for residents vehicles with stickers. Parking overnight will attract fines.
  
  

3. Internal Roads

• Internal roads must remain clear for emergency vehicles (ambulance, fire trucks, police) at all times.
  
  

• No parking on road bends, intersections, or near entry/exit gates.
  
  

• Speed limit within the community: 20 km/h.
  
  

4. Two-Wheelers, Cycles & EVs

• Two-wheelers and bicycles should be parked inside the villa premises or in designated stands.
  
  

• EV charging must be done only at approved points within the villa premises or designated EV charging bays — not using common-area sockets.
  
  

5. Commercial / Heavy Vehicles

• Parking of commercial vehicles, trucks, tempos, or vans is not allowed inside residential zones, except for temporary loading/unloading with prior permission.
  
  

• Construction or maintenance vehicles must follow time restrictions (9 am – 6 pm). Special permission can be requested.
  
  

6. No Encroachment

• Residents cannot extend parking by occupying common areas, footpaths, or landscaped zones. Park your bicycles in the designated parking stand in Club House Areas. The walkway should not be blocked by cars, bicycles or plants and shrubs. Keep this clear.
  
  

• Any permanent/temporary structure (sheds, barricades) for parking requires APRVOWA/BBMP approval.
  
  

7. Enforcement & Penalties

• First offence: Warning notice by APRVOWA/Management Committee.
  
  

• Repeated offences: Monetary fine(Rs500) as decided by APRVOWA will be billed as invoice to your maintenance charges along with photo proof..
  
  

• Serious violations (blocking fire lanes, emergency access): Immediate towing at owner’s cost + fine.
  
  

8. General Etiquette

• Keep vehicles within marked boundaries; do not spill over into common roads.
  
  

• Avoid honking inside the community except for emergencies.
  
  

• All residents must display APRVOWA parking stickers / RFID tags for identification.

• We will provide visitors placards to track the number of vehicles.(This will be implemented in a future date)
  
  

✅ These rules ensure safety, fairness, and smooth traffic flow in villa communities, where internal road width is often limited.