Building Plan Approval
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What is Building Plan Approval?
Before constructing any building across India — whether a residential house, apartment complex, commercial building, or industrial facility — you must obtain Building Plan Approval from the relevant planning authority. The authority depends on where your property is located: BBMP (Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike) for properties within Bruhat Bengaluru limits, BDA (India Development Authority) for BDA-formed layouts and residential schemes, and BMRDA (India Metropolitan Region Development Authority) for properties in the peripheral metropolitan area outside BBMP jurisdiction. Without an approved building plan, your construction is illegal, cannot be insured or financed, will face demolition risk, and will not qualify for an Occupancy Certificate or khatha. Right Assets Management assists property owners, architects, and developers in preparing and submitting building plan applications that comply with the National Building Code, BBMP/BDA bye-laws, FAR (Floor Area Ratio) limits, setback requirements, and zoning regulations. Our team coordinates with licensed architects for plan preparation, handles all application filings, responds to technical queries from the planning authority, and tracks approvals. Whether you are building a single house in Jayanagar or a multi-storey apartment in Hebbal, we ensure your plan is compliant, submitted correctly, and approved on time.
Who Is This For?
- Individual homeowners planning to construct a new house on a residential plot across India
- Developers building apartment complexes, commercial buildings, or mixed-use projects
- Property owners seeking to add floors or extensions to an existing building (Modification Plans)
- Architects and civil contractors who need a compliance partner for plan submission
- Owners of properties with unapproved or lapsed building plans seeking regularisation
- Industrial and warehouse developers needing approval from BMRDA for peripheral area projects
How We Help — Step by Step
Site & Document Assessment
We review your site plan, khatha, sale deed, DC Conversion Order (if applicable), and zoning details to identify the applicable authority and determine FAR, setback, and height restrictions for your plot.
Appointment of Licensed Architect
We connect you with BBMP/BDA-empanelled licensed architects who prepare the structural drawings, site plan, floor plans, and elevation drawings in compliance with the National Building Code and local bye-laws.
Application Preparation
All application forms (Form B, C, D as applicable under BBMP bye-laws), supporting documents, ownership proofs, and architect-signed plans are collated and prepared for submission.
Online Portal Submission
The application is submitted through BBMP's OBBPAS (Online Building Plan Approval System) or BDA's online portal. We manage login credentials, form submission, and document uploading.
Technical Scrutiny & Query Response
The planning authority may raise technical queries or request plan modifications. We coordinate between you and the architect to address all objections and resubmit within the prescribed timelines.
Fee Payment & Plan Approval
Upon technical clearance, we facilitate payment of building plan approval fees (calculated based on built-up area) and collect the digitally signed approved building plan from the authority.
Commencement Certificate & Completion Certificate Guidance
We advise on the Commencement Certificate application before construction begins and guide you through the Occupancy/Completion Certificate process once construction is finished.
Why Choose Right Assets for Building Plan Approval?
- Ensure your construction is fully legal and protected from demolition or sealing notices
- Receive a technically compliant plan that satisfies BBMP/BDA bye-laws, FAR, and setback norms
- Access our network of BBMP-empanelled architects for plan preparation
- Avoid application rejections with pre-submission compliance review by our team
- Track your application status and get regular updates without visiting BBMP offices
- Secure eligibility for home loans, fire NOC, lift clearances, and OC with an approved plan
Documents Required
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the FAR (Floor Area Ratio) for residential buildings across India?
FAR across India varies based on the road width in front of the property and the zone classification. For residential plots on roads of up to 9 metres width, the FAR is typically 1.75, while for roads of 12 metres and above it can go up to 2.25 or higher under BDA/BBMP bye-laws. Our team checks the exact FAR applicable to your plot before plan preparation.
What happens if I build without plan approval?
Constructions without BBMP/BDA approval are illegal and subject to demolition notices under the Municipal Corporations Act. BBMP regularly conducts demolition drives across India. Such properties also cannot obtain an Occupancy Certificate, making them ineligible for home loans, legal sale deeds, and insurance.
How long does building plan approval take across India?
Under the OBBPAS system, BBMP targets approval within 30 working days for residential buildings. However, complex projects or cases requiring additional NOCs (fire, BESCOM, BWSSB) can take 60–90 days. We submit complete applications and respond to queries quickly to stay within the 30-day window wherever possible.
Can I get a building plan approved for an ongoing construction?
You must obtain building plan approval before starting construction, not during or after. If construction is already underway without approval, you risk demolition notices. In some cases, regularisation may be possible under BBMP's compounding scheme with penalty payment, but this is not guaranteed. Contact us to assess your specific situation.
Is a separate plan approval needed for adding a floor to an existing building?
Yes. Any addition or alteration to an existing structure — including adding a floor, extending a room, or making structural changes — requires a fresh building plan approval or a modification plan approval from BBMP/BDA. Proceeding without approval makes the additional construction illegal.
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