What it costs to get building approval in Chennai depending on the authority — CMDA, DTCP, Panchayat, or Corporation. 2026 real numbers.
Building approval charges in Chennai 2026 vary by authority. For typical 1,500 sq ft residential home: CMDA ₹60,000-₹1.4 lakh, DTCP ₹50,000-₹1.2 lakh, Panchayat ₹30,000-₹80,000, Corporation similar to CMDA. ₹20,000-₹80,000 of total is refundable security deposit. Non-refundable portion: ₹20,000-₹60,000 across authorities.
| Authority | Total | Refundable | Net cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMDA | ₹60,000-1,40,000 | ₹40,000-80,000 | ₹20,000-60,000 |
| DTCP | ₹50,000-1,20,000 | ₹30,000-65,000 | ₹20,000-55,000 |
| Panchayat | ₹30,000-80,000 | ₹20,000-50,000 | ₹10,000-30,000 |
| Corporation | ₹55,000-1,30,000 | ₹35,000-75,000 | ₹20,000-55,000 |
Reserve ₹1-1.5 lakh for building approval in your project budget. Of this, ₹40,000-₹80,000 is refundable after project completion (apply proactively). Net out-of-pocket cost after refund: ₹20,000-₹60,000. Plan for the full amount upfront since refund takes 60-90 days after completion.
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