A digital platform that simplifies building plan approvals in Daman through automated scrutiny, transparent processes, and secure online services aligned with GDR 2023 regulations.
Advanced CAD-based analysis instantly verifies architectural drawings against GDR 2023 regulations, ensuring faster and more accurate compliance verification.
Track every stage of your building approval process, from application submission to final certificate issuance, through a simplified digital workflow.
Automatically calculates applicable development fees and enables secure online payments via an integrated, reliable payment gateway.
Receive officially approved digital certificates and permits with secure digital signatures for transparency and easy verification.
Statutory body for urban planning and development in Daman
The Planning and Development Authority (PDA) Daman is the official body responsible for guiding and regulating urban development in the region. It was established in 2012 under Section 20 of the Daman & Diu Town and Country Planning (Amendment) Regulation, 1999.
The authority oversees planning activities across the Daman district, which was designated a planning area under the Act in 2011. Its role is to ensure that land use, construction, and development activities follow approved planning rules and development guidelines.
Through development plans, regulatory approvals, and infrastructure planning, PDA works to maintain organised urban growth while supporting sustainable development and better public infrastructure in Daman.
Statutory responsibilities and regulatory services
PDA prepares detailed land use maps to understand how land is currently used across the planning area and to support future planning decisions.
The authority prepares an Outline Development Plan that guides the long-term direction of urban growth, land use, and infrastructure development.
A detailed plan that defines zoning, development policies, and infrastructure planning for balanced and sustainable urban expansion.
PDA defines and regulates how land within the planning area can be used, ensuring organised development across residential, commercial, and public zones.
The authority prepares and implements development schemes to support planned growth and infrastructure development in the region.
Surveys are conducted across the planning area to collect important data required for development plans and town planning schemes.
PDA monitors and regulates construction and development activities to ensure they follow approved plans and development regulations.
The authority undertakes projects related to water supply, sewerage systems, and other essential urban infrastructure services.
In addition to planning activities, PDA also handles key construction approvals and certifications including occupancy certificates, plinth certificates, and site elevation certificates.
The authority conducts surveys to identify authorised and unauthorised construction and ensures development follows approved planning rules.
Hon’ble Collector of Daman. Leads the authority and oversees key planning and development decisions.
Deputy Collector (HQ), SDM Daman, and Chief Town Planner. Responsible for planning, administration, and operational coordination.
Represents municipal governance. Contributes to decisions related to urban planning and development.
Represents district-level administration. Supports planning and development initiatives.
Urban planning expert from IIT Powai. Providing technical advice and planning expertise.
Civil engineer. Town and regional planning specialist offering expert guidance on development regulations.
Applicants upload architectural and technical drawings in the prescribed CAD format through the online building plan approval system.
The system reviews the drawings and checks whether they follow the General Development Rules (GDR 2023) and other planning regulations.
The system automatically calculates the required fees, which can then be paid securely through the online payment gateway.
Once the application meets all requirements, PDA issues the necessary approvals and digitally signed certificates for official use.