Vijayawada govt eases construction norms to boost development, ET Infra
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In a bid to boost the construction sector, the state government has relaxed several norms, easing the process of obtaining permissions. The minister for municipal administration and urban development, Ponguru Narayana, said that the amendments were approved by the cabinet.According to the new norms, a mortgage of 10 per cent land is not required if the construction is being made on government allotted land.The construction of a 1.5-meter-wide balcony is allowed even in buildings with a height above 3 meters, provided all setback norms are complied with. The installation of CCTV cameras is made mandatory in all apartments, high-rise buildings, hotels, malls, and group house projects.For non-red category industries, a 9-meter-wide road will be sufficient, whereas for red category industries, a 12-meter-wide road is mandatory. A security post can be erected in front, and sewerage plants are allowed at the back. No permission is required to use a TDR bond if it is used on the same building.For builders, developers, and construction firms, licence will be issued for three years. If the plot area is up to 50 sq meters, deemed permission will be given for the construction of G+1 for just ₹1.
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