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ACS Orders Timely Clearance of Pending Building Plan Approvals
✍️ Pragativadi
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 07:33 AM
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The Administrative Control Service has announced a review of pending building plan approvals and has directed authorities to clear them within a specified time frame.
The Administrative Control Service (ACS) has initiated a comprehensive review of the backlog in building plan approvals across the country. The directive, issued today, requires all relevant departments to process pending applications and grant approvals within a specified time frame.
The review highlighted a significant accumulation of unprocessed building plans, which has been cited as a major bottleneck for developers and contractors. By mandating a time-bound clearance, ACS aims to reduce delays, lower construction costs, and improve overall project timelines.
Under the new directive, authorities will be monitored for compliance, and any instances of non‑compliance will be reported to higher officials. The move is expected to streamline the approval process and restore confidence among stakeholders in the construction sector.
The review highlighted a significant accumulation of unprocessed building plans, which has been cited as a major bottleneck for developers and contractors. By mandating a time-bound clearance, ACS aims to reduce delays, lower construction costs, and improve overall project timelines.
Under the new directive, authorities will be monitored for compliance, and any instances of non‑compliance will be reported to higher officials. The move is expected to streamline the approval process and restore confidence among stakeholders in the construction sector.