Hassle-Free CMDA, DTCP, and GCC Approval Services for Your Peace of Mind.
Building plan approval is a legal authorization required for any construction to ensure it complies with local zoning laws and safety regulations. Without it, your construction is liable for penalties and legal action.
Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority
Regulates large-scale projects, special buildings, and multi-story constructions within the Chennai metropolitan area.
Greater Chennai Corporation
Handles approvals for standard residential and small commercial buildings within city limits, ensuring municipal compliance.
Directorate of Town and Country Planning
Provides approval for layouts and constructions in suburban areas and village limits outside the CMDA jurisdiction.
Planning permissions for independent houses, villas, apartments, and gated communities based on FSI regulations.
Approvals for office spaces, shopping complexes, and mixed-use buildings, including Fire & Safety NOCs.
Necessary clearances for factories and warehouses, including Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) approvals.
Specialized approvals for schools, colleges, and hospitals, ensuring adherence to strict safety and structural norms.
Gathering all necessary documents like Sale Deed, Patta, Price List, and previous approvals.
Submitting the application online or offline to the relevant authority (CMDA/GCC) with drawings.
Officials inspect documents and visit the site to cross-check plans with ground reality.
Paying the requisite scrutiny fees, development charges, and security deposits.
Once approved, the Planning Permit is issued, valid typically for 3 years to start construction.
Typically, it takes 30 to 45 days for plan approval, provided all documents are in order. Complex projects generally take longer due to multiple NOC requirements.
Building without approval is illegal. You may face heavy penalties, demolition notices, or legal prosecution. It also makes obtaining water/electricity connections and bank loans impossible.
Generally, the planning permission is valid for 3 years (Planning Permit) and 5 years (Building Permit) from the date of issue. Construction must commence within this period.
Yes, if you are planning to demolish an old structure and rebuild, we can assist in obtaining the necessary demolition permits from the local body.
