{"id":18060,"date":"2025-10-10T11:31:32","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T06:01:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.devikapuram.com\/?p=18060"},"modified":"2026-04-04T17:00:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T11:30:13","slug":"how-to-apply-for-public-building-licence-online-easily","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.devikapuram.com\/?p=18060","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply for Public Building Licence Online Easily!!"},"content":{"rendered":"

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Service Code:<\/strong>\u00a0REV-404 | Department: Revenue Department |\u00a0Service Charge:<\/strong>\u00a0\u20b960<\/p>\n

Purpose:<\/strong>
\nThe Public Building Licence is an official authorization under the Tamil Nadu Public Buildings (Licensing) Act, 1965 that allows a building to be used for public purposes. It ensures safety, compliance, and accountability for public-use structures such as:
\n– Hospitals and healthcare facilities
\n– Educational institutions
\n– Commercial buildings open to the public
\n– Auditoriums, halls, and other public spaces
\n– Any building accessible for public use<\/p>\n

Required Documents:<\/strong>
\nMandatory:<\/strong>
\n– Copy of Building Licence
\n– Building Stability Certificate
\n– NOC from Fire and Rescue Department
\n– Sanitary Certificate from Local Body
\n– Approved Building Plan (by competent authority)
\n– Ownership Deed \/ Title Document
\n– Self-Declaration of Applicant (downloadable from portal)
\n– Challan Copy (proof of fee payment)
\n– Address Proof
\n– Other supporting documents as required<\/p>\n

Additional Documents (based on Applicant Type):<\/strong>
\n– Lease Agreement (for Rental \/ Lessee)
\n– Mortgage Document (for Mortgagee in possession)
\n– Authority Letter \/ Legal Document (for Societies, Trusts, or Authorized Signatories)<\/p>\n

Special Requirements:<\/strong>
\n– Applicant must have a valid Citizen Access Number (CAN)
\n– Building Category:<\/strong>\u00a0Specify whether Government or Private
\n– Applicant Type:<\/strong>\u00a0Declare if you are Owner, Lessee, Mortgagee, or Authorized Signatory
\n– Must provide building location, total extent, and capacity
\n– Fire NOC and Stability Certificate are mandatory
\n– Payment:<\/strong>\u00a0To be made via Bank Challan<\/p>\n

Step-by-Step Application Process:<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0Visit the Portal:<\/strong>\u00a0Go to\u00a0https:\/\/tnedistrict.tn.gov.in<\/strong>\u00a0and login as e-Sevai Operator
\n2.\u00a0Navigate to Service:<\/strong>\u00a0Services\u00a0– Revenue Department\u00a0– REV-404 Issuance of Public Building Licence
\n3.\u00a0CAN Verification:<\/strong>
\n– If applicant already has CAN: Search by CAN number\/name and proceed
\n– If not: Click \u201cRegister CAN\u201d, complete OTP verification, and obtain CAN number
\n4.\u00a0Fill Application Form:<\/strong>
\n– Applicant Details, Address, and Contact Info: Auto-filled (non-editable)
\n–\u00a0Form Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose Type of Application (New\/Renewal) and Applicant Type
\n–\u00a0Building Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Enter all specifications \u2013 location, capacity, purpose, and extent
\n–\u00a0Payment Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Enter Bank Challan Number, Date, Bank, and Branch
\n5.\u00a0Upload Documents:<\/strong>\u00a0Attach all required documents in acceptable format and size
\n6.\u00a0Make Payment:<\/strong>\u00a0Confirm payment of applicable charges
\n7.\u00a0Acknowledgement:<\/strong>\u00a0Download and print receipt for reference<\/p>\n

Alternative CSC Centre Method:
\nYou can also apply through a Common Service Centre (CSC) where trained staff w will help with:
\n– CAN registration and verification
\n– Collecting and verifying required certificates (Fire NOC, Stability, etc.)
\n– Completing and uploading the application
\n– Making payment via Bank Challan
\n– Tracking application and downloading the approved licence<\/p>\n

After Submission:<\/strong>
\n– Track Status: Check status using Application Number on the portal
\n– Saved Applications:<\/strong>\u00a0Drafts appear under \u201cSaved Application\u201d section
\n– Verification:<\/strong>\u00a0Application verified by Revenue officials
\n– Approval:<\/strong>\u00a0Once approved, download the digitally signed Public Building Licence
\n– Licence Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Includes licence number, validity, and approved building capacity
\n– Delivery:<\/strong>\u00a0CSC operator prints and delivers the licence copy if applied via CSC<\/p>\n

Important Notes:<\/strong>
\n– Required Documents vary depending on Applicant Type
\n– Fee Amount may differ for Government vs Private buildings
\n– Validity: Licence valid for 1 year from date of issue
\n– Photo Size: Max 50 KB | Documents: Max 200 KB
\n– Accepted Formats: PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG
\n– Licence: Digitally signed, no physical signature required
\n– Mandatory Compliance: Fire NOC and Building Stability Certificate must be submitted
\n– Capacity Restriction: Licence mentions the maximum occupancy limit for safety compliance<\/p>\n

Apply Online:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/tnedistrict.tn.gov.in<\/strong>
\nAssistance:<\/strong>\u00a0Visit your nearest e-Sevai \/ CSC Centre for guidance<\/p>\n

This guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (REV-404). Government of Tamil Nadu, 2019.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Service Code:\u00a0REV-404 | Department: Revenue Department |\u00a0Service Charge:\u00a0\u20b960 Purpose: The Public Building Licence is an official authorization under the Tamil Nadu Public Buildings (Licensing) Act, 1965 that allows a building to be used for public purposes. It ensures safety, compliance, and accountability for public-use structures such as: – Hospitals and healthcare facilities – Educational institutions […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":18061,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Service Code:<\/strong>\u00a0REV-404 | Department: Revenue Department |\u00a0Service Charge:<\/strong>\u00a0\u20b960\r\n\r\nPurpose:<\/strong>\r\nThe Public Building Licence is an official authorization under the Tamil Nadu Public Buildings (Licensing) Act, 1965 that allows a building to be used for public purposes. It ensures safety, compliance, and accountability for public-use structures such as:\r\n- Hospitals and healthcare facilities\r\n- Educational institutions\r\n- Commercial buildings open to the public\r\n- Auditoriums, halls, and other public spaces\r\n- Any building accessible for public use\r\n\r\nRequired Documents:<\/strong>\r\nMandatory:<\/strong>\r\n- Copy of Building Licence\r\n- Building Stability Certificate\r\n- NOC from Fire and Rescue Department\r\n- Sanitary Certificate from Local Body\r\n- Approved Building Plan (by competent authority)\r\n- Ownership Deed \/ Title Document\r\n- Self-Declaration of Applicant (downloadable from portal)\r\n- Challan Copy (proof of fee payment)\r\n- Address Proof\r\n- Other supporting documents as required\r\n\r\nAdditional Documents (based on Applicant Type):<\/strong>\r\n- Lease Agreement (for Rental \/ Lessee)\r\n- Mortgage Document (for Mortgagee in possession)\r\n- Authority Letter \/ Legal Document (for Societies, Trusts, or Authorized Signatories)\r\n\r\nSpecial Requirements:<\/strong>\r\n- Applicant must have a valid Citizen Access Number (CAN)\r\n- Building Category:<\/strong>\u00a0Specify whether Government or Private\r\n- Applicant Type:<\/strong>\u00a0Declare if you are Owner, Lessee, Mortgagee, or Authorized Signatory\r\n- Must provide building location, total extent, and capacity\r\n- Fire NOC and Stability Certificate are mandatory\r\n- Payment:<\/strong>\u00a0To be made via Bank Challan\r\n\r\nStep-by-Step Application Process:\r\n\r\n1.\u00a0Visit the Portal:<\/strong>\u00a0Go to\u00a0https:\/\/tnedistrict.tn.gov.in<\/strong>\u00a0and login as e-Sevai Operator\r\n2.\u00a0Navigate to Service:<\/strong>\u00a0Services\u00a0- Revenue Department\u00a0- REV-404 Issuance of Public Building Licence\r\n3.\u00a0CAN Verification:<\/strong>\r\n- If applicant already has CAN: Search by CAN number\/name and proceed\r\n- If not: Click \u201cRegister CAN\u201d, complete OTP verification, and obtain CAN number\r\n4.\u00a0Fill Application Form:<\/strong>\r\n- Applicant Details, Address, and Contact Info: Auto-filled (non-editable)\r\n-\u00a0Form Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose Type of Application (New\/Renewal) and Applicant Type\r\n-\u00a0Building Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Enter all specifications \u2013 location, capacity, purpose, and extent\r\n-\u00a0Payment Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Enter Bank Challan Number, Date, Bank, and Branch\r\n5.\u00a0Upload Documents:<\/strong>\u00a0Attach all required documents in acceptable format and size\r\n6.\u00a0Make Payment:<\/strong>\u00a0Confirm payment of applicable charges\r\n7.\u00a0Acknowledgement:<\/strong>\u00a0Download and print receipt for reference\r\n\r\nAlternative CSC Centre Method:\r\nYou can also apply through a Common Service Centre (CSC) where trained staff w will help with:\r\n- CAN registration and verification\r\n- Collecting and verifying required certificates (Fire NOC, Stability, etc.)\r\n- Completing and uploading the application\r\n- Making payment via Bank Challan\r\n- Tracking application and downloading the approved licence\r\n\r\nAfter Submission:<\/strong>\r\n- Track Status: Check status using Application Number on the portal\r\n- Saved Applications:<\/strong>\u00a0Drafts appear under \u201cSaved Application\u201d section\r\n- Verification:<\/strong>\u00a0Application verified by Revenue officials\r\n- Approval:<\/strong>\u00a0Once approved, download the digitally signed Public Building Licence\r\n- Licence Details:<\/strong>\u00a0Includes licence number, validity, and approved building capacity\r\n- Delivery:<\/strong>\u00a0CSC operator prints and delivers the licence copy if applied via CSC\r\n\r\nImportant Notes:<\/strong>\r\n- Required Documents vary depending on Applicant Type\r\n- Fee Amount may differ for Government vs Private buildings\r\n- Validity: Licence valid for 1 year from date of issue\r\n- Photo Size: Max 50 KB | Documents: Max 200 KB\r\n- Accepted Formats: PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG\r\n- Licence: Digitally signed, no physical signature required\r\n- Mandatory Compliance: Fire NOC and Building Stability Certificate must be submitted\r\n- Capacity Restriction: Licence mentions the maximum occupancy limit for safety compliance\r\n\r\nApply Online:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/tnedistrict.tn.gov.in<\/strong>\r\nAssistance:<\/strong>\u00a0Visit your nearest e-Sevai \/ CSC Centre for guidance\r\n\r\nThis guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (REV-404). 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