**Executive Summary**
This document is a notification from the Tamil Nadu Housing and Urban Development Department, published in the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette on July 16, 2025. It outlines amendments to the Tamil Nadu Combined Development and Building Rules, 2019, specifically regarding redevelopment schemes. The amendments are effective from the date of publication.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Definition of Redevelopment Scheme:**
* A "Redevelopment Scheme" is defined as a scheme proposed to be implemented as per the detailed redevelopment report and authenticated by the authority under rule 12 of the Tamil Nadu Apartment Ownership Rules, 2024.
* **Application Process for Redevelopment Schemes:**
* For redevelopment schemes, a promoter engaged under rule 10 of the Tamil Nadu Apartment Ownership Rules, 2024, must submit an online application with an authenticated copy of the scheme.
* For modification of plans for projects registered with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority, the person specified in clause (ii) of sub-section (2) of section 14 of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016, must submit an application for such modification.
* **Form B Requirements (Annexure-II):**
* When applying using Form B for development of land and buildings, change of land and building use, or site approval, an authenticated copy of the redevelopment scheme must be enclosed, if applicable.
* **Form C Amendments (Annexure-III):**
* In Form C, under Serial No.9, the expression "Promoter of a redevelopment scheme" is inserted after the expression "Lease Holder".
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Promoters engaged under rule 10 of the Tamil Nadu Apartment Ownership Rules, 2024 (involved in Redevelopment Schemes)**
* **Impact:** The application process for development projects is modified to include specific requirements for redevelopment schemes.
* **Action Required:** Submit an online application along with an authenticated copy of the redevelopment scheme.
**Stakeholder: Persons seeking modification of plans for projects registered with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority**
* **Impact:** The process for modifying plans for projects registered with the Real Estate Regulatory Authority has been updated.
* **Action Required:** Submit an application for such modification as described.
**Stakeholder: Competent Authorities handling development applications**
* **Impact:** Required to process applications for redevelopment schemes and modifications to existing projects in accordance with the amended rules.
* **Action Required:** Ensure compliance with the new requirements when processing applications, including verifying authenticated copies of redevelopment schemes.
Key Entities Referenced
Tamil Nadu Combined Development and Building Rules, 2019: The primary regulation being amended, governing development and building activities in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu Apartment Ownership Rules, 2024: Rules referenced within the amendments, specifically related to redevelopment schemes and promoter engagement.
Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016: Central act referenced in relation to modification of plans for registered projects.
Tamil Nadu Town and Country Planning Act, 1971: Act providing the legal basis for the powers exercised in the notification.
Housing and Urban Development Department (Tamil Nadu): The department issuing the notification and responsible for housing and urban development.