Everything You Need to Know Before Constructing an Apartment in Hyderabad (Plot Size: 1000 Sq Yards & Above)

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Constructing an apartment in Hyderabad is exciting — whether you’re building it as an investment, for joint development, or for rental income. But the process comes with a long checklist of rules, permissions, utilities, structural planning, and compliance requirements.

If your land extent is 1000 sq yards and above, and you're planning a Cellar + Stilt + 5-Floor Apartment, this guide covers everything you must know before you start construction.

1. Understanding the Building Permissions (HMDA / GHMC)

Permissible Built Height

For a plot measuring 1000 sq yards (approx 907 sqm), HMDA/GHMC rules offer specific development parameters:

  • Maximum permissible height: 50 feet
  • Excludes: Stilt level (used only for parking)
  • Allows: 1 Cellar + Stilt + 5 Floors

This height cap governs your architectural and structural design from the very beginning.

2. Mandatory Setback Requirements

Setback Dimensions for 1000 Sq Yards Plot

Setbacks ensure ventilation, light, and fire access. For a 1000 sq yard plot, the following setbacks apply:

  • Front setback: 10 feet (if road width is up to 40 ft)
  • Other three sides: 13 feet 2 inches
  • Up to 2 meters can be transferred to one side
  • Front setback cannot be altered

These setback rules directly affect your buildable area and unit planning.

3. Tot-Lot Requirement (Open Space)

Mandatory 5% Open Space

HMDA mandates leaving 5% of the total plot area as Tot Lot — a green, open space meant for children or recreation.

  • For 1000 sq yards (~907 sqm): ~45 sq yards (~37–42 sqm)

This must be shown in the site plan and preserved during construction.

4. Mandatory Mortgage of Built-Up Area with HMDA

10% Mortgage Requirement

To ensure compliance, HMDA requires you to mortgage 10% of the built-up area until building completion:

  • For a 24,000–35,000 sq ft project: 2400–3500 sq ft must be mortgaged

This is usually released after the Completion Certificate (CC) is issued.

5. Understanding Total Construction Area

Buildable Area & Floor-Wise Breakdown

Typical dimensions of a 1000 sq yard plot = 100 ft × 90 ft

  • Per Floor Constructable Area: 4500–4800 sq ft
  • Total Superstructure Area: 22,500–24,000 sq ft (5 floors)
  • Stilt Floor: ~4500 sq ft
  • Cellar: ~6000 sq ft
  • Total Construction Area: ~32,000 – 35,000 sq ft

This area determines construction cost, structural load, and material planning.

6. Essential Requirements Before Starting Construction

Mandatory Approvals & Utilities

The following must be arranged before excavation begins:

  1. Municipal Building Approval
    • HMDA/GHMC Sanction Plan
    • Environmental & Fire NOCs (if applicable)
    • RERA (for sale projects)
  2. Temporary Electricity Connection
  3. Water Supply Arrangements — borewell or tanker supply

7. Borewell & Water Capacity Requirements

Water Source & Storage Guidelines
  • Minimum 1 functional borewell (many prefer 2)
  • Depth: 900–1500 ft depending on zone
  • UG Sump: 30,000–40,000 liters
  • OHT: 10,000–15,000 liters
  • Separate tanks for drinking, domestic, and fire-reserve

Ensures uninterrupted supply for 10–20 flats.

8. Electrical Load & Transformer Requirements

Power & DISCOM Guidelines
  • Transformer required if load exceeds 100 kVA
  • 15–20 flats typically need 100–200 kVA
  • Dedicated 10 × 10 ft transformer yard required

9. Fire Safety Norms (Applicable or Not?)

Fire Rules Based on Building Height

Below 15m (50 ft): Full fire NOC NOT mandatory, but basic fire safety applies.

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Hose reels
  • Emergency signage
  • Staircase width — minimum 1.2m

Above 15m: Full Fire NOC + sprinklers + pumps + dedicated tank required.

10. Architectural & Structural Planning

Key Planning Components

Architectural Planning includes:

  • Unit layouts
  • Parking planning
  • Ventilation + lighting strategy
  • Shafts, staircases, and lift positioning
  • Tot-lot / amenity layout

Structural Planning includes:

  • Soil test
  • Column positioning
  • Beam & slab design
  • Earthquake-resistant structure
  • Avoiding last-minute design changes

11. Choosing the Right Construction Company

Selecting the Best Partner

Avoid hiring:

  • Unqualified contractors
  • Teams without structural engineers
  • Contractors with no supervision or quality process

Choose companies that offer:

  • Architectural + structural teams
  • Daily site supervision
  • Quality checks
  • Clear costing + timelines

Final Thoughts

Important Conclusion

Constructing an apartment on a 1000 sq yard plot in Hyderabad is absolutely achievable — as long as you follow HMDA rules, plan utilities, finalize designs early, and partner with a strong construction firm.

Good planning saves:

  • Money
  • Time
  • Legal issues
  • Avoidable rework

If you are looking for a free consultation for your construction requirement, reach out to us at +91-99 88 00 5653 or visit www.korebuild.in

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