CMDA Online Planning Permission Portal Performance Press Release
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority issued this press release dated 9 February 2024 to report the performance and expansion of its Online Planning Permission Application system, based on a statement by Minister P. K. Sekarbabu. It is a performance update, not a government order, and reports that planning permission applications are received, processed and approved only online.
What the press release covers
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority press release dated 9 February 2024 describes the operation and growth of its Online Planning Permission Application portal. It records a statement by Minister for Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority and Minister for Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments P. K. Sekarbabu. The document does not state an order number or introduce new planning approval rules.
Online planning permission system
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority reports that its Single Window Online Planning Permission Application System went live for public use in May 2022. It says all planning permission applications are now received, processed and approved only online.
Key operational features include:
- An online layout application module.
- Online planning permission training videos.
- Integration with 12 departments that issue no objection certificates.
- Integration with urban and rural local bodies, including the Greater Chennai Corporation, Commissionerate of Municipal Administration, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj, and Directorate Town Panchayat.
- Training and practical sessions for registered architects, registered engineers and registered developers.
Reported performance
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority reports that 114 planning permissions were granted within 30 days, representing one third of the permissions issued during the period described. It also reports a 27 per cent increase in applications and a 22 per cent increase in permissions issued after implementation of the online system.
For High Rise Buildings, 135 applications were received in the previous year, compared with the usual figure of 65, and more than 100 files received planning permission. For Non High Rise Buildings, applications increased from 641 in 2022 to 837 in 2023. Permissions issued increased from 455 to 605.
Who is affected
Applicants seeking planning permission through the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority, along with registered architects, engineers and developers who prepare applications, are directly affected by the online only process. Property buyers and owners can use the reported information to understand that Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority planning applications and approvals are handled through the online portal.
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority also states an intention to simplify its workflow and reduce the processing period from 60 days to 30 days. This is described as a future operational goal, not as a new approval guarantee or legal entitlement.
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Common questions
Can I submit a CMDA planning permission application offline?
The press release says all planning permission applications are received, processed and approved only online through the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority portal.
Does this press release change planning permission rules?
No change to planning approval rules is stated. The document reports the operation, integration and performance of the online application system.
Is planning permission guaranteed within 30 days?
No guarantee is stated. The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority reports that 114 permissions were granted within 30 days and says it intends to simplify the workflow to reduce processing time from 60 days to 30 days.
Does the online portal cover High Rise and Non High Rise Building applications?
Yes. The press release gives application and approval figures for both High Rise Building and Non High Rise Building categories.
