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BUILDING PERMIT MANUAL

FOR

ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY PARKS – KERALA

(TECHNOPARK)
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Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram has been vested with the power to grant

Development permit and Building permit to those companies / persons who are
leased / allotted land / plot with in IT Parks owned / developed by Technopark
and also to issue completion certificate and occupancy certificate upon
completion of the site development and building construction work. This Manual
deals with the procedure to be followed by such persons / companies for seeking
the permits for site development / building construction. The Manual has been
formulated following the guidelines of Kerala Municipality Building Rules, 1999
and its latest amendments as and when notified by the Government of Kerala.

2. DEFINITIONS

TECHNOPARK – Electronics Technology Parks – Kerala

Lessee – who ever has obtained land / plot with in IT Parks on lease / allotment
basis from Technopark / KSITIL for development of IT /ITES/ or any other
specified business.

Sub-Lessee:– Whoever has obtained land from the Lessee on sub-lease basis
with the approval of Technopark / KSITIL.

Plot – The parcel of land / plot obtained by Lessee / Sub-Lessee as above from
technopark / KSITIL.

CEO-The Chief Executive Officer of Technopark or his duly authorized officer.

KMBR – Kerala Municipality Building Rules, 1999 and its latest amendments.

Floor Area Ratio (FAR) – The quotient obtained by dividing the total built up area
on all floors by the area of the plot.

Coverage – Maximum area of any floor of the building excluding cantilevered

open balconies.

3. Essentiality of permit.-

(3.1) No person shall develop or redevelop any parcel of land or cause the same
to be done without first obtaining a permit for such development or
redevelopment from the CEO.
(3.2) No person shall construct or reconstruct or make addition or extension or
alteration to any building or cause the same to be done without first obtaining a
building permit for such work from the CEO:
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4. APPLICABILITY

4.1 This manual shall be applicable for all Lessee / Sub-Lessee who intend to do
the following activities with in the plot or built up space taken on lease from
Technopark..

(a) Land Development

(b) Construction of new buildings / structures which are permanent in nature.
(c) Alteration in existing buildings / structures.
(d) Interior works in buildings

4.2 The provisions under this Building Permit Manual shall be subject to the
terms and conditions of the lease agreement between the Lessee and
Technopark. In case there is any contradiction between any clause in this
manual and the lease agreement, the clause in the lease agreement shall
prevail.

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5.1. Every Lessee, who intends to develop the plot or construct or reconstruct a
building or make alteration or addition or extension to a building shall apply in
writing to the CEO in the appropriate form ( Appendix-A ) together with plans
and statements of proposed buildings in triplicate along with a copy of lease
agreement.

5.2. In case the Lessee intends to take up site development work initially,
separate application shall be submitted for ‘Development Permit’ in Form-1
(attached as appendix-A)
5.3. All plans, drawings and specifications shall be signed by a registered
Architect or Engineer or Town Planner as well as the Applicant

5.4. The application for building permit , made in triplicate shall also be submitted
in Form -1 ( Appendix-A ) accompanied by the site plan, building plan, sections,
elevations, services plan, vehicle parking plan , together with details and
specifications as described in Rule 7 (9) of KMBR, 1999 and its latest
amendments.

5.5. The applicants should generally follow the rules specified in the KMBR and
its latest amendments.
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[Link] for Development permit.-

6.1. The application for development permit shall be submitted in triplicate in Form-
1 ( Appendix-A) and shall be accompanied with the site plan drawn to a scale not
less than 1 : 400 or as approved by the CEO and shall be fully dimensioned and
shall show:.
(i) The boundaries of the plot and of any contiguous land belonging the Lessee /
Sub-Lessee thereof, including the revenue survey particulars in full;
(ii) the position of the site in relation to the neighboring street /plot /other identifiable
land mark and its main access;
(iii) The name of such street, if any; and its width, which shall be the width in
between the plot boundaries on the opposite sides;
(iv) All existing structures in the plot;
(v) All existing streets or foot - paths within the plot;
(vi) All existing utility service lines including buried lines.
(vii) The proposed plot subdivision, if any, and the areas and uses of each sub
division thereof;
(viii) The access to each plot subdivision, if any;
(ix) The layout of any service roads or foot paths and public parking spaces
proposed or existing, if any;
(xi) The area and location of any land within the plot that is not proposed to be
developed or redeveloped;
(xii) The area and location of any, land that is proposed to be reclaimed .
(xiii) Any streams / ponds / other natural water bodies.
(xv) Topographic contours (with contour interval not less than 1.5 m show the
features of the plot clearly)
(xvi) The layout of existing and proposed water supply, storm water drainage and
sewage main lines from or to which connections are proposed to be given with
dimensions and specifications;
(xvii) All existing buildings standing on, above or below the ground level;
(xviii) Free passage or way in front of the buildings;
(xix) Space to be left around the building to secure a free circulation of air and
admission of light;
(xx) Spaces proposed as garden / landscaping;
6.2 Technopark is the Licensee for power distribution and sale within the IT Park.
The Lessee shall also submit details of total connected load and power distribution
system including single line diagram before taking up any work on the power supply.
Note:- The minimum size of the paper on which all site plans or service plans are
drawn shall not be less than A2.
6.3. If the plot is owned by more than one person, the application shall be submitted
jointly and signed by, all such persons or the application shall be signed and
submitted by any such person or by any legally authorized third person.
6.4. If the application is for joint development or redevelopment of more than one
adjoining plots owned by different persons, the application shall be submitted jointly
and signed by all the persons or the application shall be signed and submitted by
any such person or by any legally authorized third person.
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6.5. The Chief Executive Officer will, after considering the application and other
documents issue Development permit with in a period of 15 days provided the
details submitted are in conformity with the provisions of this Manual.

7. Application for Building permit.

7.1. Application for Building permit shall be submitted in Form-1 ( Appendix A )

7.2. The proposed construction shall conform to permissible FAR, coverage and
maximum height of buildings specified in KMBR. Other general requirements of the
buildings, roads, set backs / clearances etc shall be conforming to the requirements
of KMBR.

7.3. The entire design concept shall be done with the objective of optimum use of
energy and water. The building shall conform to norms prescribed by IGBC in order
to qualify at least for Silver rating. At least 30% of total water usage shall be recycled
water after treatment. An effective rain water harvesting system shall be installed.

7.4. Application for the Building permit shall be accompanied with the following
documents:

(i) The plans, elevations and sections of the building/ buildings drawn to a scale of
not less than 1 : 100, and shall, -
(ii) Include floor plans of all floors together with the covered area, accessory
buildings and basement floor, if any, and such drawings shall clearly indicate the
sizes and spacing of all framing members, size of rooms, position of staircases,
ramps and lift wells;
(iii) Show the use or occupancy of all parts of the buildings;
(iv) Complete details of all plumbing lines and waste water lines including lay-out
and exact locations of water closets, sink and bath;
(v) Include sectional drawings showing the height of rooms, building and parapet,
thickness and spacing of structural members, floor slabs and roof and details of
staircase.
(vi) Show all street elevation;
(vii) Give dimensions of the projected portions;
(viii) Include a terrace plan indicating the drainage and the slope of the roof;
(ix) Set backs from the adjoining wall / boundary on all sides.
(x) Show the direction of north line relative to the plan of the building; and
(xi) Specify total floor area of building and carpet area of the building.
(xii) Service plan shall be drawn to the same scale as the site plan and shall include
plans and sections of private water supply and sewage disposal system.
(xiii) Parking plan shall be drawn to a scale not less than that of the site plan, in
cases where parking is to be provided as per these rules, and shall show clearly
parking spaces, drive - ways and maneuvering spaces.
(ivx)The rain water harvesting system proposed for the plot with relevant
calculations.
(xv) Scheme for collection, conveyance, treatment and disposal of sewage / sullage
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with necessary calculations.

(xvi) Receipt for remittance of necessary fee as prescribed in Schedule I-..
(xvii) Specification shall include specifications of both general and detailed nature
giving type and grade of materials to be used.
(xviii) Water requirement & Water balancing- in Phases.
(ixx) Total Power requirement- in Phases.
(xx) Total estimated cost of the project.
(xxi) Total employment potential.
(xxii) Detailed description of measures taken for conformity with ‘Green Building”
norms and expected number of points for getting ‘Gold” or higher ratings.

8. Permit not necessary for certain works.-

No building permit shall be necessary for executing the following works which do
not otherwise violate any provisions regarding general building requirements,
structural stability and fire safety requirements of the rules, namely:-
(i) Gardening excluding any permanent structures,
(ii) White or color washing;
(iii) Painting;
(iv) Petty repairs to the building and pitched roof
(v) Plastering and patch work; and
(vi) Interior decoration without any structural alterations ;

9. Approval of site and plans and issue of permit.-

9.1. The CEO will , after inspection of the site and verification of the documents to
ensure whether the site plan, drawings and specifications conform to the site and the
provisions of these rules or bye laws made under the Act and any other law, issue
the Building permit .

9.2. CEO will, inform the applicant if modification to any plan, drawing or
specification is required or any further document or plan or information is required or
fresh plan is required within fifteen working days from the date of receipt of such
application or plan or document or information.

9.3. If after inspection of the site and verification of the plans and document the CEO
decides to refuse approval, the same will be communicated in writing specifying the
reasons

9.4. CEO can refuse to grant approval for development / building permit if,
(i) Any condition of these guidelines are violated
(ii) If the proposed structures would be an encroachment on a land not in the
possession of the lessee
(iii) If the plot is under the acquisition proceedings as notified by the
government.

9.5. CEO will communicate his decision on the application for Development plan /
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building Plan, with in a period of thirty days from the date of receipt of the application
which is complete in all respects.

10. Extension and renewal of period of permits.-

10.1. A development permit or a building permit issued under these rules shall be
valid for three years from the date of issue of permit..
10.2. The CEO, on application submitted within the valid period of the permit, may
grant further extension provided there are valid reasons.
10.3. The fee for extension of period of permits shall be fifty percent of the building
permit fee in force at the time of granting extension.

11. Suspension and Revocation of permit.-

The CEO shall have the power to suspend or revoke any permit issued under these
rules if he is satisfied that the permit was issued by mistake or that an error has
crept in it or that the permit was happened to be issued on misrepresentation of fact
or law or that the construction if carried on will be a threat to life or property:
Provided that before revoking permit, the developer of the permit shall be given
sufficient opportunity to explain and the explanation shall be duly considered by the
CEO.

12. Deviation during construction and power of Chief Executive

Officer to require alteration in work.-

Deviation from the approved plan or specification if any proposed by the applicant
during the execution shall be communicated to the CEO with the changes clearly
marked in revised drawings ( in triplicate) and the reasons / purpose of such
deviation shall be stated. CEO will after verifying the details approve the deviation
provided the reasons are genuine and there are no violations of the provisions of this
Manual / KMBR

13. Demolition or alteration of work unlawfully commenced /

completed.-

Where the erection of any building or the execution of any work has been
commenced or is being carried out has been completed, without obtaining the
permission of the CEO or in contravention of any provision in the Manual, the CEO
shall have the power without prejudice to any other action that may be taken under
these rules, to order demolition of the work or part thereof after giving fifteen day’s
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notice to the Lessee.

14. Obligations of the Lessee

14.1. The granting of permit or the approval of the drawings and specifications or
inspections made by the CEO during the erection of the building or structure shall
not in any way relieve the Lessee of the responsibility for carrying out the work in
accordance with the requirement of these Manual / KMBR..

14.2. Every Lessee shall, -

(a) Permit the CEO or any person authorized by him for this purpose to enter the plot
or building or premises at any time between 7 a.m, and 6 p.m. normally or at any
other time as may be deemed necessary for the purpose of inspection / enforcing
the rules;
(b) Give written notice to the CEO regarding commencement of work under the
permit and completion of work.
(c) Ensure the construction is carried out without creating any environmental
problems or violation of pollution control laws.
(d) Take adequate safety precautions at all stages of construction or reconstruction
or addition or alteration or repair or demolition or removal of the various parts of the
building for safeguarding the life of workers and public against hazards consequent
on any aspect of the work.
(e) Shall ensure that all protective works carried out safeguard the adjoining
properties during construction are sufficient and in good order to ensure safety.
(f) Shall be responsible for the loss or injury caused to any person or property due
to the lapse on his part to provide safety precautions or protective measures or
safeguards.
g) Shall comply to the requirements of OHSAS/ISO 14000.

Note: Notwithstanding the Development permit/ Building Permit given by

Technopark, it is the responsibility of the Lessee to seek and obtain approvals from
statutory agencies like Pollution Control Board, Ministry of Environment and Forest,
( Govt of India), Kerala State Electrical Inspectorate and any other authority as may
be required.

15. Completion certificate, development certificate

and occupancy certificate.-
15.1. The lessee shall, on completion of the development / building construction
work , as per the permit issued to him, submit an application for completion cum
occupancy certificate along with a declaration, that the work has been completed as
per the permit given, which shall be signed by the lessee and the Architect, to the
CEO in Form- II( Appendix B ) The declaration shall be accompanied with two sets
of all ‘As built’ drawings including a soft copy.
15.2. The CEO will, on receipt of the application, and on being satisfied that the
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development / construction of the building has been completed in conformity with the
permit given, issue a completion cum occupancy certificate , within 15 days from the
date of receipt of the application:
.
15.3. The Lessee may, if he intends to occupy the building before its completion,
apply to the CEO in the form-III for that purpose and the Chief Executive Officer
may, on being satisfied that such occupancy will not endanger life or otherwise
cause hindrance to any normal activity of the Park, issue provisional occupancy
certificate in respect of the completed part in Form III ( Appendix-C). It is however
the responsibility of the lessee to ensure that the work is completed as per permit
issued and to apply for completion cum occupancy certificate within the agreed time.

16. For interior/partitioning works undertaken by Tenants who

occupies space in the Buildings belonging to Technopark.
1. Every lessee before taking up the interior work shall submit an application to
CEO. No works shall be commenced until CEO gives approval for the work.

2. Application for the proposed interior works shall be accompanied with the
following documents:

i) The plan and sections of the interior/ partioning works drawn to a scale of
not less than 1:100 or as suggested by Technopark.

ii) Complete details of all plumbing lines and waste water lines including
layout with dimensions of pipes and exact locations of water closets, sink
and bath.

iii) HVAC/ Electrical/ Fire drawings which include electrical schematic

drawing, Piping and Instrumentation drawing etc.

iv) The details of the water proofing methods adopted for the toilets/wet
areas.

v) Total power demand and water requirement.

16.20 The tenants shall submit the As built drawings of the interior works on
completion and Technopark will issue the occupancy certificate accordingly.
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FORM-1 APPENDIX A
ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY PARKS – KERALA
(TECHNOPARK)
Application For Permit / Regularisation

1. NAME OF COMPANY
NAME/AUTHORISED
PERSON’S NAME
(in capital letters)
2. ADDRESS
(i) Permanent

(ii) To which communications

are to be sent

3. Nature of Development /
Construction
(i) New Construction
(ii) Reconstruction

(iii) Alteration
(iv) Addition or Extension
(v) Digging of Well
(vi) Change in Occupancy
(vii) Erection of Other Structures,
such as Telecommunication
tower, etc
(viii) Demolition
(ix) Interior works
(ix) Division of Plot- land
development etc
4. Details of Plot(for
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construction,development etc)
(i) Survey No:
(ii) Extent
(iii) Number & Date of Deed /
Document
(iv) Location of Plot

(v) Other details of Plot, if any

5. Details of Building(for
interior works)

6. If the application is for

Regularization:
(i) Whether completed or not
(ii) If not completed, the stage of
Construction

7. Details of Permit / Approved

Plan already obtained

8. Details of Fee Paid

(i) Amount (in rupees) `
(ii) Number & Date of Receipt
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9. Details of Documents,
Plans, Certificates, etc
enclosed.
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9 DECLARATION

I, ___________________ hereby declare that the measurements,

specifications and other details and specifications mentioned above are
correct, complete and true to the best of my knowledge and belief and that I
shall abide by the approved plan and the provisions in the Kerala Municipality
Act and Kerala Building Rules & Building Permit Manual for Technopark in
undertaking the construction.

Signature of the applicant with

Name
Designation
Place :
Date :

10. CERTIFICATE

Certified that the site plan is prepared after verification of ownership

document and site and the measurements shown are found to be correct.

Signature:
Name:
Reg No:
Address:
Place: (Registered Architect, Engineer, Town
Planner)
Date:

11. CERTIFICATE

Certified that the building plan is prepared in accordance with the provisions
in the Kerala Municipality Building Rules, 1999, Kerala Municipality Act, 1994
and the provisions contained in Building Permit Manual of Technopark.

Signature:
Name:
Reg No:
Address:
Place: (Registered Architect, Engineer, Town
Planner)
Date:
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12. UNDERTAKING

I,______________ herby undertake that the building construction / land

development will be carried on / being carried on / was carried on as per the
approved plan and permit in accordance with the rules in force, under my
supervision.

Signature:
Name:
Reg No:
Address:
Place: (Registered Architect, Engineer, Town
Planner)
Date:
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FORM-II APPENDIX B

Application for Completion Certificate

Certified that the development or redevelopment of land/construction or

reconstruction or addition or alteration of building has been completed
on……………………… …...as per the approved plan and permit
No……………………………………………. dated……………………………. .So please grant the
completion certificate

Signature by Owner

Name and address of owner.

Place:

Date:

Signature by Architect/Engineer

Name and address of the Architect/Engineer

Reg No.

Place:

Date:
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FORM-III APPENDIX C

Application for Provisional Completion Certificate

The development or redevelopment of land/construction or reconstruction or
addition or alteration of building is taking place on……………………… …...as per the
approved plan and permit No……………………………………………. dated…………………………….
.and the work will be completed with in ………………….. So kindly grant the
provisional completion certificate for temporary occupancy.

Signature by Owner Place:

Name and address of owner. Date:

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SCHEDULE- I

BUILDING PERMIT FEE

Sl No: Description Fee (in Rs)

1. Building(New 5.00/m2 of built up area.

construction)
2. Addition/Modification 5.00/m2 of built up area

3. Interior works 2.5/m2 of area taken for

rent