NOIDA: The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has initiated a revision of its building bylaws to align with the height restrictions outlined by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the 20km radius surrounding the Noida International Airport in Jewar.
This official decision, taken during a board meeting on Saturday, is set to reshape the skyline for thousands intending to reside, work, or develop industries near one of India’s most ambitious aviation projects.
YEIDA’s actions come shortly after the AAI unveiled its Colour-Coded Zoning Map (CCZM), which provides detailed guidelines on the maximum height permissible for any construction, including residential homes, commercial towers, or even trees, based on their proximity to the airport runways. YEIDA officials indicated that they will incorporate these colour-coded restrictions into the Building Bylaws-2010.
“By integrating AAI’s colour-coded zoning map into our bylaws, we can approve building plans only if they adhere to the defined height standards. This ensures safe and unobstructed flight paths for aircraft taking off or landing at Noida airport,” stated a YEIDA official.
The newly established regulations are comprehensive. According to AAI’s guidelines for the Noida airport, no construction or planting of tall trees is allowed within the 20km radius unless the builder acquires a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for height clearance.
The amended bylaws signify that no construction plans in the restricted zone will receive approval unless they conform to AAI’s safety regulations. “The bylaws will be revised so that construction proposals can only be approved based on the colour-coded zoning map issued by AAI,” the official commented.
To implement these new regulations, YEIDA will engage a consultant to survey affected areas and establish detailed guidelines regarding floor area ratio (FAR), ground coverage, and permissible heights. Building plans will only be sanctioned once these guidelines are finalized in alignment with the CCZM.
The impact of these changes will vary among the nearly 30,000 residential plot allottees and numerous commercial and industrial stakeholders in YEIDA’s jurisdiction. Most individual homeowners, whose properties are generally low-rise, are expected to experience minimal restrictions.
However, developers aiming to construct high-rise buildings—those above 15m—will be required to obtain an NOC from AAI as a mandatory step prior to receiving a green light from YEIDA. Following the enforcement of the new bylaws, any construction in violation of these norms may face severe penalties, including demolition.
“Those looking to build taller structures will now have to submit applications through AAI’s online NOCAS portal. YEIDA will verify permissible heights using the CCZM prior to granting approvals. This integration is intended to enhance clarity and transparency for both residents and builders while maintaining the integrity of the airport’s flight paths,” explained the official.
