How many floors are allowed on a plot in Delhi?
How many floors are allowed on a Delhi plot depends on its size and the rules in force when you build. The table shows floors and ground coverage for plot sizes from 200 to 1000 sq yd, filled in from the current bye-laws once Raghav Chopra confirms them. Always verify against the sanctioned plan of the specific property.
· By Raghav Chopra, founder, in South Delhi real estate since 2010
What decides the number of floors on a plot?
The plot size and the building rules in force decide how many floors you can build.
The rules change over time, so a figure from an older article may not apply to a plot you are buying today.
How do I check what a particular plot allows?
Check the sanctioned plan of the specific property and the current bye-laws.
Raghav does this before he shows a property, and he marks the sanctioned plan check as Pending until he has seen it.
Does the number of floors matter for collaboration?
Yes, because the floors allowed set how much there is to share between owner and builder.
The collaboration deals page uses the same figures.
Floors and ground coverage allowed by plot size
| Plot size (sq yd) | Floors allowed | Permitted ground coverage |
|---|---|---|
| 200 | Confirmed per current bye-laws | Confirmed per current bye-laws |
| 250 | Confirmed per current bye-laws | Confirmed per current bye-laws |
| 300 | Confirmed per current bye-laws | Confirmed per current bye-laws |
| 400 | Confirmed per current bye-laws | Confirmed per current bye-laws |
| 500 | Confirmed per current bye-laws | Confirmed per current bye-laws |
| 1000 | Confirmed per current bye-laws | Confirmed per current bye-laws |
Figures follow the MCD building bye-laws and the DDA Master Plan in force. Verify against current rules and the property's sanctioned plan before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
How many floors can I build on a 300 sq yd plot in Delhi?
It depends on the rules in force when you build, so check the current bye-laws and the sanctioned plan. The table on this page lists the figure for a 300 sq yd plot once Raghav confirms it from the current source, with its date.
Do the rules differ between colonies?
They can, because some colonies and areas have their own planning conditions. Raghav checks the rules that apply to the specific plot and colony, rather than assuming one figure applies everywhere in South Delhi, which can lead to costly mistakes on an older plot.
Where do I check the current building rules?
The current rules are in the MCD building bye-laws and the DDA Master Plan. The table on this page names the source and date it uses once confirmed, and your architect or lawyer should confirm the position for your own plot.
Is the number of floors the same as what exists today?
Not necessarily. A building may have fewer or more floors than the current rules allow, depending on when it was built and sanctioned. That is why the sanctioned plan and completion certificate are two of the five checks Ultra runs.
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