PP501: PROFESSIONAL

PRACTICE
MODULE 4 15% (6 hours)
1. Building Permits – procedures involved in obtaining permit to build/renovate or
repair/extend building. Related Bye laws
2. Environmental clearances
3. Wetland Acts
4. CRZ rules
5. Laws related to building on hilly areas
6. Architect’s responsibility towards society and environment and necessity of abiding
with rules for sustainable building.

On-going Lecture Assignment Completed Upcoming/Self study

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• Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) is a significant regulatory framework. It aims to protect the coastal
environment in a country. It sets guidelines to maintain the ecological balance and preserve the coastal
areas' natural beauty. CRZ plays a crucial role in managing coastal development and preventing
environmental degradation. It covers a range of activities, including tourism and industrial projects near the
coast.
• CRZ rules were notified by the Ministry of Environment in February 1991 under the ambit of the Environment
Protection Act 1986. CRZ aims to strike a balance between economic growth and environmental
conservation. By implementing CRZ, countries can safeguard fragile ecosystems. They can preserve
biodiversity and ensure the sustainable use of coastal resources.
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What is a Coastal Regulation Zone?

The Coastal Regulation Zone is the zone near the coastline which includes the coastal area up to 500 metres
from the High Tide Line (HTL) and a stage of 100 metres along the banks of streams, estuaries, backwaters,
and rivers vulnerable to tidal variations (CRZ).

• These zones are governed by CRZ rules.

• The Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) rules govern and regulate commercial, human, and industrial activities
that are in close proximity to the coastline, in order to safeguard the delicate ecosystems close to the sea.

• In accordance with section 3 of the Environment Protection Act of 1986, the Ministry of Environment, Forest,
and Climate Change (MoEFCC) published Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) notification for the first time in
1991.
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What are High Tide Lines and Low Tide Lines?

The Coastal Regulation Zone is the zone near the coastline

which includes the coastal area up to 500 metres from the
High Tide Line (HTL) and a stage of 100 metres along the
banks of streams, estuaries, backwaters, and rivers
vulnerable to tidal variations (CRZ).

• HTL – HTL stands for High Tide Line. It is the position on

the ground where the spring tide’s highest water line
reaches.

• LTL – LTL stands for Low Tide Line. It is the position on

the ground where the spring tide’s lowest water line
touches.
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A spring tide is a tide that occurs when the sun and moon are aligned. They can be either in conjunction (new moon) or
opposition (full moon). This alignment causes the gravitational forces of the sun and moon to combine. This results in higher
high tides and lower low tides than usual.
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CRZ 2011 - Objectives

• The CRZ 2011 aims to conserve and protect coastal stretches. It regulates activities that could harm the environment. This
includes construction, mining, and pollution.

• The CRZ 2011 aims to ensure livelihood security for fishing and local communities. It protects their traditional rights and
provides them with access to resources.

• The CRZ 2011 aims to promote sustainable development in coastal areas. It balances economic growth with environmental
protection.
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Types of Coastal Regulation Zones

Coastal areas are categorized into four different types by the CRZ notification: CRZ 1, CRZ 2, CRZ 3, and CRZ 4.

CRZ – I (Area lying between the Low Tide Line(LTL) and High Tide Line(HTL))
• No new constructions shall be permitted within the range of 500 meters of the High tide line (HTL).
• Exploration of Natural Gas, Extraction of Salt is permitted in this zone.

CRZ – II (Areas lying within the municipal limits, i.e., areas that have already been developed)
• Buildings must be built with an architectural style and design that complement the surrounding landscape.
• Construction of buildings shall be permitted neither on the seaward side of the existing road nor on the seaward side of the
existing and proposed road.
• Reconstruction of the authorized building is allowed as long as it complies with current FSI/FAR standards and does not modify
its intended purpose.
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Types of Coastal Regulation Zones

Coastal areas are categorized into four different types by the CRZ notification: CRZ 1, CRZ 2, CRZ 3, and CRZ 4.

CRZ – III (Areas that do not belong to either Category CRZ – I or CRZ – II)

• The area up to the range of 200 meters from the HTL is designated as a ‘No Development Zone’
• Development of vacant plots between 200m and 500m of HTL in designated areas of CRZ-III with prior approval of the Ministry
of Environment permitted for construction of hotels/beach resorts for temporary occupation of tourists/visitors.
• Between 200 and 500 metres from the HTL, housing building and reconstruction are allowed as long as they are consistent
with traditional rights and customary usages, such as existing fishing communities and gothans.
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Types of Coastal Regulation Zones

Coastal areas are categorized into four different types by the CRZ notification: CRZ 1, CRZ 2, CRZ 3, and CRZ 4.

CRZ – IV (Coastal stretches in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, and small islands, except those
areas designated as CRZ I, CRZ II, and CRZ III)

• Within 200 meters of HTL, new building construction is not allowed.

• Between 200 and 500 meters from the HTL, structures must have no more than two stories, a total floor space no larger than
50% of the plot’s size, and a maximum construction height of 9 meters.
• Buildings must be built in a manner that complements the local architectural style and surrounding surroundings.
• Sand and coral from beaches and coastal waterways are not permitted to be used for building or other purposes.
• In and near coral formations, dredging and underwater blasting are prohibited.
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CRZ Notification 2011

• The Ministry of Environment and Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) published the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ)
Notification in 1991 with the objective of conserving, preserving, and protecting the coastal environment.
• The CRZ 1991 notification underwent several amendments and was then combined and published in the CRZ 2011 notification.
The CRZ 2011 notification addressed the concerns with the CRZ 1991.
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The Coastal Regulation Zone Notification 2011 made the following changes (REFORMS) as tabulated below:
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CRZ Notification 2011

The Coastal Regulation Zone Notification 2011 made the following changes as tabulated below:

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has brought out some changes with a draft Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) Notification 2018.
The salient features of the new reforms under CRZ Notification, 2018 and 2019 are as follows:

•New Sub-categories: Two separate categories have been proposed for CRZ – III areas.
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CRZ Notification 2011

The Coastal Regulation Zone Notification 2011 made the following changes as tabulated below:

• No Development Zone: A No Development Zone (NDZ) of 20 meters has been proposed to be stipulated for all Islands close to
the mainland coast and for all Backwater Islands on the mainland.

• Hazard line mapping: It must only be used as a tool for disaster management and for coordinating mitigation and adaptation
strategies. It will be done by the Survey of India.

• Simplified CRZ clearances: The process for obtaining CRZ clearances has been streamlined, and multiple levels of the
delegation have been established for recommending/granting CRZ clearances to projects and activities.

• FSI Norms relaxation: In the CRZ 2019 Notification, it has been agreed to de-freeze the old norms and permit Floor Space
Index (FSI) for construction projects, as prevailing on the date of the new Notification.
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Procedure for Clearances under CRZ 2011

01. Classification of Coastal Zones

• The coastal areas are classified into different zones based on their ecological sensitivity.

02. Obtaining Clearances

• Activities falling within CRZ-I and CRZ-IV need clearance from the MoEFCC. CRZ-II and CRZ-III need clearance from the
concerned Coastal Zone Management Authority (CZMA).

03. Application Process

Applicants must submit a proposal to the CZMA or MoEFCC. The proposal should include the following:
• information about the activity and its location,
• Environmental Impact Assessment Report,
• Disaster Management & Risk Management Report,
• CRZ map with HTL and LTL demarcation,
• NOC from the corresponding Pollution Control Boards.
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Procedure for Clearances under CRZ 2011

04. Scrutiny and Evaluation

• The CZMA or MoEFCC evaluates the proposal and conducts site inspections, if necessary. They consider factors such as
ecological sensitivity and potential harm to marine ecosystems.

05. Granting of Clearances

• The CZMA or MoEFCC grants or rejects the clearance based on the evaluation. The clearance granted shall be valid for a period
of five years.
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