If you are set to purchase a plot in a layout developed by the directorate of town and country planning or the department of town and country planning (DTCP) of the state concerned, you will have to obtain approvals for such plots from them. Besides, you will have to comply with their building rules and regulations. Know more about DTCP approved layouts in various states.
The Government body in states that look after town planning and development in their respective jurisdiction is called the directorate of town and country planning or department of town and country planning (DTCP). It is necessary to get DTCP approved layouts for buying a plot or developing a building in localities to ensure full titles for properties without standing a chance to face any future hassles. Let us explore DTCP, their functioning in states, and the approval process, among others.
What is DTCP?
The department/directorate of town and country planning (DTCP) is responsible for planned construction and development. It stops illegal or unauthorised construction in the area under its administration.
Here is a closer look at the DTCPs in various Indian states:
Tamil Nadu
The directorate of town and country planning functions under the Tamil Nadu government’s Town & Country Planning Act, 1971. It is controlled by Housing & Urban Development Department (H&UD) and has jurisdiction all over the state, except the Chennai Metropolitan Development Area.
Andhra Pradesh
The state’s directorate of town and country planning approves and prepares master plans for land use. The Andhra Pradesh government body approves layouts and regulates construction via zoning and building regulations. It plans and regulates urban and municipal towns under the APTP Act of 1920. The DTCP regulates developments in rural zones under the Andhra Pradesh Panchayat Raj Act, 1992.
Karnataka
Its department of town and country planning prepares and executes master plans. This State government also offers technical support to several local entities and Government departments. It ensures the planned development of towns, cities, and villages. Besides, it supports the Karnataka state town and country planning board in its functions. The DTCP collaborates with agencies such as the Karnataka housing board while designing and approving project layouts.
Telangana
Telangana’s directorate of town and country planning works under the municipal administration and urban development department. It approves and regulates layouts.
Haryana
A nodal entity, Haryana’s department of town and country planning have responsibility for regulating urban development in the State. It prevents unauthorised or unplanned construction and regulates colony development.
What is DTCP approved layout?
The DTCP approved layout implies approvals for carrying out planned construction by DTCP concerned as per prevalent building laws and other regulations. These layouts are developed as per the guidelines issued by the DTCP. Some parameters include spacing between structures, essential services nearby, minimum plot sizes, and others.
Notably, a DTCP approved layout is one that gives a full title to a plot. Approved layouts are always recommended for investing in land as unauthorised layouts may come without clear land titles and other risks.
Some of the documents that may be required for approvals include:
Site plan
Survey sketch/village plan/field measurement/book of survey number copy
Land use/master plan
How to check if your layout is DTCP approved?
You have to visit the official website of your state DTCP for this purpose. You can also visit the local DTCP office for more details.
For example, in Karnataka, you can visit the official website of DTCP Karnataka.
