Building plan approval in Chennai
We prepare your approval drawings and take your building plan through approval, whether your plot comes under CMDA, DTCP or your local body. You build with an approved plan and no running around.
What we handle
Approval drawings
Site plan, floor plans, elevations and sections prepared to the building rules for your plot.
CMDA approvals
For plots inside the Chennai Metropolitan Area, the area planned by CMDA.
DTCP approvals
For plots outside the Chennai Metropolitan Area, in the rest of Tamil Nadu.
Local body approvals
Smaller residential buildings approved by the corporation, municipality or panchayat.
Documents
We tell you which documents your plot needs and check them before we apply.
Follow-up
We answer the authority's queries and revise drawings until the plan is approved.
CMDA or DTCP: which applies to your plot?
CMDA
The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority plans the Chennai Metropolitan Area, which covers the city and surrounding areas. Larger buildings in this area are approved by CMDA, and smaller homes by the local body under CMDA rules.
DTCP
The Directorate of Town and Country Planning covers the rest of Tamil Nadu. If your plot is outside the Chennai Metropolitan Area, your approval follows DTCP rules.
Not sure which applies? Send us your plot location and we will confirm it during the free site visit.
How it works
The timeline depends on the size, design and approvals for your project. We agree a schedule with you before work starts.
Check the plot
We review your patta, sale deed and encumbrance certificate, and confirm which authority approves your plan.
Prepare drawings
Site plan, floor plans, elevations and sections drawn to the building rules for your plot.
Structural and other documents
Structural stability details and any certificates the authority asks for.
Apply
We submit the application and fees on your behalf.
Follow up
We answer queries and make any changes the authority asks for.
Approval
You receive the approved plan, and construction can start.
Why clients choose VM Skyline
One team from design to keys
Architects, engineers and interior designers work together, so nothing falls between contractors.
Free site visit and estimate
We see your plot before we quote, and the estimate lists every item, material and brand.
Approvals taken care of
We prepare the approval drawings and take your building plan through the approval process.
A site engineer on your site
A dedicated full-time engineer supervises work every day, with regular project manager visits.
See it before it is built
2D plans, 3D elevations, interior views and walkthroughs before construction starts.
Lifetime after-care
Repairs, maintenance and upgrades by the team that built your home, as a paid service.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between CMDA and DTCP approval?
CMDA approves building plans inside the Chennai Metropolitan Area. DTCP covers the rest of Tamil Nadu. Smaller homes are often approved by the local body under these rules.
What documents are needed for building plan approval?
Usually the patta, sale deed, encumbrance certificate, site plan and building drawings, plus structural details. The exact list depends on your plot and building, and we confirm it after the site visit.
How long does building plan approval take?
It depends on the authority, the building size and whether any queries are raised. We submit complete documents to avoid delays and keep you updated.
Is the approval included in your construction price?
We prepare the drawings and handle the process. Government fees and the approval service are charged separately and listed in your estimate.
Can you get approval if I build with another contractor?
Contact us. We mainly handle approvals for projects we design and build.
Planning a home or building in Chennai?
Book a free site visit. We will look at your plot and give you an itemised estimate.