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As homeowners are increasingly prioritizing sustainable living in 2023 , real estate developers are embracing proptech and IoT to offer smart technologies and green spaces that appeal to homebuyers. In 2023, the top 5 amenities that homebuyers are seeking in their housing society include sustainable features, such as energy-efficient appliances and green spaces for recreation and relaxation. With focus on sustainable and eco-friendly living, housing societies are embracing technology to enhance the living experience for residents.

A modern and efficient wastewater treatment plant has to be the most important yet underappreciated amenity in a housing society. Read why?

The main agenda behind community development in housing societies is to provide support and propagate a feeling of kinship within its residents. Read on to find out how Planet Smart City has been an active contributor towards this factor.

A smart community aims to use the same technology incorporated into smart homes to push inclusive prosperity, solve social problems, and improve the quality of life for individuals. Read on to know more.

Lockdown has caused people to spend less time outside connecting with others, and more time inside looking at screens. The fact that this leads to anxiety and a fear of missing out on things is no secret. In this article, we’ll discuss six simple and meaningful ways to make lasting connections and help you overcome any negative feelings you might be experiencing.

Community Managers serve as an important link between residents and developers, supporting a mutually positive ongoing relationship. Homeowners are able to settle more comfortably into the community and the continuous dialogue among residents helps foster a greater sense of belonging and security, even in areas with legacy issues such as an association with crime.

Library of Things is a space where residents can rent, exchange or donate sparingly used objects such as power drills, appliances and board games and make them available for the community to borrow. The concept lowers the cost of living and improves residents’ quality of life, helping to create a thriving community.

Community 5.0 envisions a tech-enabled neighbourhood where all the members, including residents and society managers, have access to all the society facilities we see around us (such as water and power supply management, daily household services management, security management) which are either automated or can be easily managed remotely with just a few clicks.

1) It is only about the gadgets
2) It is just for the rich
3) It is only about safety and security
4) It is complex & reduces human interaction

Accessibility (particularly in housing apartments) is necessary for people with physical disabilities, especially in India where 2.21% of the population is differently abled. At Planet Smart City, we incorporate ‘smart solutions’ such as elevated urban gardens, specialized paths for the visually impaired, accessible toilets in commercial spaces etc. that promote inclusivity by welcoming all possible users.