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Letter for obtaining permission from a statutory authority

A permission letter is a formal letter written to the higher authorities to get permission for
any particular condition or for any upcoming plans.

 The permission letter should be written by the individual to get the required
permission. The permission letter should have the address of the sender and
receiver, as it is an official letter.

 The receiver address is the first thing that is mentioned in the letter. The address
should be written in a proper sequence such as the First Name of the receiver,
Designation, Organisation name, Street Address and City name with pin code.
 Next to the address, the individual has to mention the reason behind writing the
permission letter in the Subject. The subject line should have a minimum of 6-7
words.
 After the subject, the main content has to be written which should be according to
the subject line. Explain in detail the reason to get permission.

The format of the permission letter includes the following points:

 Address: Usually, the receiver’s address is compulsorily written in the letter, but
sometimes both the sender and receiver’s addresses are mentioned in the letter.
 Salutation: The letter should have a proper salutation. The sender should write
greetings to the receiver as a form of respect.
 Subject: The reason should be briefed with few words
 Body of the Letter: This is the main section of the letter where the sender has to
write the reason in detail to the receiver. The letter should be written in a polite and
convincing manner. It should be at least 2-3 paragraphs
 Closure: While closing the letter the person should mention the name, designation
and signature. The sender can also provide some contact details if it is necessary.

In a sample letter given below the letter is written to MCGM & MHADA for
permission for reconstruction/redevelopment

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