What entitlement sequencing follows rezoning to proceed to development?

After a parcel is successfully rezoned, development cannot begin immediately. It must undergo a clearly defined sequence of entitlements—official approvals and clearances granted by planning, utility, and regulatory authorities—to move from paper zoning to shovel-ready status. Each step ensures the project complies with local laws, engineering standards, and environmental safeguards.

Below is the typical entitlement sequencing that follows rezoning:

1. Land Use Confirmation and Zoning Certificate Update

• Submit updated land use plans to the planning authority to receive:
  
  • Official Zoning Certificate
    
  • Revised land use designation in the master plan records
    
• Required for all subsequent permit applications and title regularization.

2. Site Plan and Layout Approval

• Prepare and submit a detailed site plan showing:
  
  • Building placement
    
  • Setbacks, access roads, internal circulation
    
  • Utility alignments and drainage networks
    
• Reviewed by the Town Planning Department or Industrial Development Board.
  
• Includes layout compliance with FAR, ground coverage, and parking norms.

3. Environmental and Pollution Control Clearances

• If applicable (based on scale or industry type), apply for:
  
  • Environmental Clearance (EC)
    
  • Consent to Establish (CTE) from the State Pollution Control Board
    
• Submit reports like EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) and stormwater management plans.

4. Utility Service Approvals

• Coordinate with utility providers for:
  
  • Electricity load sanction and transformer location approval
    
  • Water connection or borewell permit
    
  • Sewerage connection or STP design approval
    
• Each agency may issue a technical no-objection certificate (NOC) for the development.

5. Building Permit and Construction Plan Sanction

• Submit architectural and structural drawings to the Building Approval Authority.
  
• Receive:
  
  • Building Plan Sanction
    
  • Construction Permit
    
  • Approval of floor-wise layout, elevations, and material specifications
    

Often reviewed by the Fire Department, Airport Authority (if applicable), and the Traffic Cell.