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Tamil Nadu raises height limit for non-high-rise residential buildings
Tamil Nadu has amended its building regulations to permit non-high-rise structures to reach 19.5 metres, an increase from the previous 18.3-metre ceiling. The relaxation is expected to provide greater flexibility for residential construction across the state.
LSN India ·
The Tamil Nadu government has revised its Combined Development and Building Rules, 2019, to allow non-high-rise buildings to exceed previous height restrictions. The modification raises the permissible ceiling from 18.3 metres to 19.5 metres, offering developers and builders additional scope for vertical construction within the non-high-rise category.
The amendment reflects efforts by state authorities to streamline building regulations and accommodate evolving construction needs. Non-high-rise buildings typically refer to residential and commercial structures that fall below classifications requiring high-rise safety protocols and specialized design features.
The relaxation is anticipated to facilitate housing development across Tamil Nadu by providing builders with greater design flexibility. The change enables additional storeys or height utilization on plots previously constrained by the lower ceiling, potentially increasing housing supply in urban and semi-urban areas.
State officials have not disclosed additional details regarding implementation timelines or any complementary modifications to related building codes. The amendment forms part of ongoing regulatory adjustments aimed at balancing development objectives with safety and urban planning standards.