Simplification of Processing of Layout Proposals
The Member-Secretary of the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority, through the Administration Division, issued an order dated 16 May 2022 simplifying the processing of layout proposals. The source does not state an order number. From 16 May 2022, applicants or registered architects are expected to prepare and submit proposed layouts, while the Layout Division scrutinises them for compliance with TNCDBR, 2019 and reports defects or deviations.
Purpose
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority reviewed pending layout proposal files and the approval process on 4 May 2022. The review found that delays were mainly caused by the Layout Division having to prepare proposed layouts.
The Member-Secretary decided that proposed layouts should instead be prepared and submitted by the registered architect or applicant. The approach follows the practice described for proposed NHRB and HRB buildings, where plans are prepared and submitted by the respective architects.
Who is affected
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority direction applies directly to:
- Applicants submitting layout proposals.
- Registered architects preparing layout proposals for applicants.
- The Layout Division responsible for examining layout applications.
- Chief Planners, Senior Planners, Deputy Planners and Assistant Planners in APU, to whom the communication was addressed.
A property owner, developer or professional applying for layout approval should therefore arrange for the proposed layout to be prepared before submitting the application. The document does not assign any separate action to a property buyer who is not submitting a layout proposal.
Key provisions
From 16 May 2022 onwards:
- Applicants or architects are requested to submit proposed layouts in soft or hard copy.
- Submitted layouts must be capable of scrutiny for compliance with TNCDBR, 2019.
- The Layout Division is directed only to scrutinise the layout proposals submitted with applications.
- The Layout Division must inform applicants about defects or deviations identified during scrutiny.
- A detailed checklist must be provided to applicants as a ready reference.
- The checklist is intended to help applicants avoid violations or defects in their proposals.
Practical effect
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority no longer expects its Layout Division to carry out the preparation work for proposed layouts under this process. Applicants and registered architects should submit a prepared proposal with the application and should use the detailed checklist when available. The proposal remains subject to scrutiny, and any defects or deviations identified by the Layout Division will be communicated to the applicant.
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Common questions
Who must prepare a proposed layout for submission to the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority?
The proposed layout is to be prepared and submitted by the applicant or registered architect.
When did the revised layout submission process begin?
The revised process applies from 16 May 2022 onwards.
Can a proposed layout be submitted digitally?
Yes. The document requests submission of proposed layouts in soft or hard copy.
What will the Layout Division do after receiving the proposal?
The Layout Division will scrutinise the submitted layout for compliance with TNCDBR, 2019 and inform the applicant of defects or deviations. Applicants are also to be given a detailed checklist as a ready reference.
