The PlotSafe Blog

Owning vacant land in Bangalore, explained.

Compliance deadlines, encroachment risk, fencing choices and what a monthly maintenance visit should actually cover — written for owners who can't be on site to check for themselves.

PoA & Fraud Risk · 16 Sep 2026

Power of Attorney Risk: What NRI Plot Owners in Bangalore Need to Know

A broad Power of Attorney is the biggest fraud risk for NRI plot owners. How to scope one safely, and what reduces the need for it.

Property Tax · 15 Sep 2026

Missed Your Vacant Plot's Property Tax Deadline? Here's the Real Cost

Late tax on a vacant plot doesn't just cost interest — it can freeze e-Khata renewal and stall a sale you haven't even started yet.

Compliance · 10 Feb 2026

GBA Clean-and-Fence Deadline 2026: What Every Bangalore Plot Owner Must Know

The Greater Bengaluru Authority's Freedom from Waste campaign, the 15 August 2026 deadline, the fines, and what actually happens if you miss it.

Documentation · 18 Mar 2026

What Is e-Khata and Why It Matters for Your Bangalore Plot

The digital property record that increasingly decides whether a sale, loan or building plan goes through — and why it's worth checking on a schedule.

Encroachment · 22 Apr 2026

5 Signs Your Vacant Plot in Bangalore Has Been Encroached

Encroachment rarely starts with a structure. It starts with a fence panel down and nobody around to notice.

Fencing · 30 May 2026

Barbed Wire vs Chain Link vs Compound Wall: Choosing the Right Fence

Nine fencing options exist for a reason. Here's how to match one to your plot, budget and timeline.

Maintenance · 8 Jul 2026

The Vacant Plot Maintenance Checklist: What Should Happen Every Month

Nine things a proper monthly visit documents — and how to tell a real inspection from a drive-by.

For NRIs · 14 Aug 2026

The NRI's Guide to Managing Vacant Land in Bangalore From Abroad

What to set up before you leave, what to check on remotely, and what genuinely needs someone on the ground.