Andhra Pradesh government eases building norms for small structures
AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh Minister P Narayana on Tuesday said the Cabinet has approved key relaxations in building rules to support small constructions. Narayana, the municipal minister, said earlier, norms applied only to buildings above five floors, but now structures below five floors will also benefit from simplified approval. “Builders can mortgage 10 per cent of the plot area and construct as per the rules. For government lands, submitting an affidavit will be sufficient,” said Narayana, addressing a press conference after the Cabinet meeting. He said balconies up to 1.5 metres are now allowed for buildings raised three metres from the…