Land and Legal Verification Checklist for House Construction

Land and Legal Verification Checklist for House Construction ◆ Check all property documents like Sale Deed, Mother Deed, Patta, Khata, and Mutation records — they should be clear and legally registered.

◆ Match the survey number, subdivision number, and plot number in the land records with the actual site location.

◆ Get an Encumbrance Certificate (EC) for at least the last 30 years to confirm there are no loans, mortgages, or legal disputes on the property.

◆ Check the zoning rules to confirm whether the land is approved for residential, mixed-use, or restricted purposes.

◆ Verify the allowed FSI (Floor Space Index) and ground coverage for construction.

◆ Apply for building approval and get the sanctioned building plan from the local authority.

◆ If required, obtain approvals like Environmental Clearance, Fire NOC, Airport NOC, or Panchayat approval.

◆ Make sure the road width follows local bylaws (for example, many areas require a minimum 20-foot road width for a two-storey house).

◆ Check the required front, rear, and side setbacks mentioned in the approved building plan.