For Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority Online Planning Permission Applications and other Online Services was launched by Hon'ble Minister Thiru. P.K Sekarbabu
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority press release dated 17 November 2023, which does not state an order number, announces fully online layout and subdivision permission applications, tutorial videos, integration with 12 no objection certificate issuing departments, and public awareness booklets for home and land buyers. It affects applicants seeking planning or layout permission in the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority area, as well as architects, engineers, developers and prospective property buyers.
What the announcement does
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority press release dated 17 November 2023, with no order number stated, records the launch by Minister and Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority Chairman Thiru P.K. Sekharbabu of online planning permission services and buyer awareness materials. The Housing and Urban Development Department Secretary and Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority officials attended the launch.
Online applications and approvals
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority announced that layout and subdivision approval applications would be received completely online from 17 November 2023. Layout permission applications handled by its land section would also be received online and considered for planning permission.
Key points include:
- The process from submitting a planning permission application to issuing planning permission is conducted online.
- The internet based Single Window Clearance system had been available to the public from May 2022.
- Of 1,179 applications received through the online portal, 820 had been granted planning permission when the announcement was made.
- Registered architects, building engineers and developers had received software training, face to face training and awareness sessions on submitting and handling online project approval applications.
Connected services and no objection certificates
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority online portal was linked with the Greater Chennai Corporation, Directorate of Municipal Administration, Department of Rural Development and Panchayats, and Directorate of Municipalities to facilitate online building permits.
Online planning permission applications were also integrated with 12 no objection certificate issuing departments or bodies listed in the release: CMRL, PWD, WRD, TNHB, ELCOT, Forest, Geology and Mines, SIDCO, State Highways, Southern Railway, Collectorates and DFRS (Fire Service).
Guidance for applicants and buyers
Ten tutorial videos explain the step by step process for creating a project permit map using PreDCR Review Software. These materials are intended to help professionals prepare online project approval applications.
Public awareness comic strip booklets were launched for home and land buyers. The first phase covers:
- Why planning permission is needed.
- Features to check before buying a flat or plot.
The release also states that efforts were being made to move all Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority services online in future.
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Common questions
Can I submit a Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority layout permission application online?
Yes. The release states that layout permission applications, including applications handled by the land section, would be received completely online from 17 November 2023.
Is the entire planning permission process online?
Yes. The release says the complete process, from submission of a planning permission application to issuance of planning permission, is conducted online.
Are there tutorials for preparing an online project permit map?
Yes. Ten tutorial videos explain the step by step process of creating a project permit map using PreDCR Review Software.
Does the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority provide guidance for flat and plot buyers?
Yes. Public awareness comic strip booklets cover why planning permission is needed and what features buyers should check before purchasing a flat or plot.
