Building Permit (for CMDA Approved Plan) for New Construction from Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC), Procedure, List of Supporting Documents and Fees
Government of Tamil Nadu guidance explains how an applicant can seek a Greater Chennai Corporation building permit for new construction where the plan is already approved by CMDA. It describes the Single Window Portal procedure, departmental review and inspection, supporting documents, and applicable fee types.
What the guidance covers
The Government of Tamil Nadu guidance applies to applications for a building permit from the Greater Chennai Corporation for new construction based on a CMDA approved plan. It is relevant to applicants, architects and engineers preparing or following such an application through the Single Window Portal.
The guidance covers only the building permit procedure described in the document. It provides a workflow, a supporting document checklist and basic fee information.
Application and review process
The Greater Chennai Corporation building permit process begins when the applicant completes the online form on the Single Window Portal, uploads the required supporting documents and submits the application.
Key stages include:
- The Assistant Executive Engineer scrutinises the application and documents.
- Clarifications or additional documents may be requested from the applicant.
- An inspection is scheduled and conducted, followed by preparation of an inspection report.
- The Executive Engineer and Superintendent Engineer review and forward the file with comments.
- The Chief Engineer decides whether the application is an approval case.
- For an approved application, demand charges are generated. After payment, the building permit is approved and generated.
- If approval is refused, a rejection letter is prepared with the reason for rejection.
- The workflow includes SMS and email alerts to the applicant at several stages.
Supporting documents
The Greater Chennai Corporation application checklist includes:
- Plot documents, including a sale deed, settlement deed, release deed or Power of Attorney deed.
- Copies of the A Register, Patta, Chitta, Adangal, Encumbrance Certificate and relevant FMB sketches.
- Approved layout and approved subdivision copies.
- Applicant Aadhaar card and the latest vacant land tax receipt.
- Undertaking certificates from the architect or engineer and the applicant, plus an affidavit undertaking deed, using the referenced templates.
- A previously approved building plan, if any.
- Death certificate, legal heirship certificate, will, probated will, draft street alignment gift deed, court orders and enjoyment certificate, where applicable.
Fees
The Government of Tamil Nadu guidance states that the admission fee is not applicable for a CMDA approved plan. Demand charges vary for each application and are paid after the Greater Chennai Corporation generates the demand.
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Common questions
Does this procedure apply if my building plan is already approved by CMDA?
Yes. The guidance specifically covers a Greater Chennai Corporation building permit for new construction where the plan is CMDA approved.
Will Greater Chennai Corporation inspect the property before issuing the permit?
The procedure includes scheduling and conducting an inspection, preparing an inspection report and reviewing that report before the application is decided.
Is an admission fee payable for a CMDA approved plan?
No. The fee table states that the admission fee is not applicable for a CMDA approved plan. Demand charges vary for each application.
What happens if Greater Chennai Corporation needs more information?
The applicant may receive a query and must respond with additional details or documents. The workflow provides for SMS and email alerts to the applicant.
