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How to Check CRZ Zone in Andaman & Nicobar — Complete Guide 2026

CRZ Zone Andaman is the coastal classification that controls what can be built on island land under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. Andaman follows ICRZ 2019, not mainland CRZ rules. This guide covers zone types, NDZ distances, clearance steps, and what to verify before any purchase.

Quick Reference

Also calledIsland Coastal Regulation Zone (ICRZ), Coastal Zone Classification

Issued byMoEFCC via Andaman and Nicobar Administration

Valid forPer project; re-verified each application

CostConfirm with Andaman Dept of Forest and Environment.

Time takenConfirm with Andaman Dept of Forest and Environment.

Online portalparivesh.nic.in; nsws.gov.in

noteAndaman follows ICRZ 2019. NDZ distances differ by island group. Mainland CRZ rules do not apply here.

What is CRZ Zone in Andaman and Nicobar?

Definition

CRZ Zone Andaman operates under the Island Coastal Regulation Zone (ICRZ) Notification issued on 8 March 2019, under Section 3 of the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The mainland CRZ Notification 2019 explicitly excludes Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

This is the part most buyers get wrong. Mainland CRZ rules you may have read about, for Goa or Tamil Nadu, do not apply here. Andaman's large islands follow ICRZ 2019. Smaller islands follow Integrated Island Management Plans (IIMPs). The governing law changes depending on which island the land sits on.

ICRZ 2019 splits major Andaman islands into two groups. Group I: islands above 1,000 sq km (South Andaman, Middle Andaman, North Andaman, Great Nicobar). Group II: islands between 100 and 1,000 sq km (Havelock, Little Andaman, Baratang, Car Nicobar). No Development Zone distances differ for each. Group I carries a 100-metre NDZ from the High Tide Line. Group II carries 50 metres. Eco-tourism reduces those to 50 metres and 20 metres respectively.

State-specific note: Andaman and Nicobar Islands follow ICRZ 2019 and IIMP frameworks, not mainland CRZ 2019. No Development Zones range from 50 to 100 metres by island group. Verify zone status in writing before any agreement is signed.

How to Get CRZ Clearance in Andaman: Step-by-Step

CRZ clearance in Andaman is submitted via the PARIVESH portal for project-level approvals. Buyers checking zone status before purchase should contact the Andaman Administration's Department of Forest and Environment directly. Have your survey number and island name ready.

Online method (recommended)

Access PARIVESH Portal Go to parivesh

nic.in. Register as a project proponent. This portal handles CRZ clearance submissions for Andaman under the Department of Forest and Environment.

Submit Fresh CRZ Application Complete the application with project name, land survey number, island location, proponent identity, and proposed activity type

CRZ clearance maps must be at 1:4000 scale, prepared fresh for each site.

Attach Required Documents Upload land records, HTL demarcation certificate from NCSCM, ICRZ zone classification extract from the approved CZMP, and a project description summary

Track Approval Status Monitor the application on PARIVESH dashboard

Confirm processing time with Andaman Dept of Forest and Environment.

nsws.gov.in carries the same Andaman CRZ clearance form as an alternative entry point.

Offline method (Sub-Registrar Office)

Visit Department Office Go to the Department of Forest and Environment, Andaman and Nicobar Administration, Port Blair

Carry original land documents and a site map.

Request ICRZ Zone Extract Ask for the written zone classification for your survey number from the island's approved CZMP or ICRZ plan

Confirm HTL Position The National Centre for Sustainable Coastal Management (NCSCM) demarcates the High Tide Line

Confirm the HTL position for your specific plot before any plan is made.

File Physical Application Submit application with fee if formal clearance is needed

Confirm fee with Andaman Dept of Forest and Environment.

Revenue officials have given inconsistent guidance on CRZ rules in Andaman. Demand written clarification citing ICRZ 2019 notification S.O.1242(E).

What Does CRZ Zone Classification Contain in Andaman?

The ICRZ classification record for an Andaman plot covers these fields.

Field	Description	What to Verify
Island Group Category	Group I or Group II classification	Match against NCSCM-approved ICRZ plan for that island
No Development Zone Distance	HTL distance within which construction is barred	Group I: 100m; Group II: 50m. Eco-tourism: 50m and 20m
CRZ Sub-Zone	CRZ-I A, I B, II, III, or IV designation	CRZ-I A means zero construction is permitted
IIMP Applicability	Whether the island follows IIMP instead of ICRZ	Smaller islands not among the eight major ones use IIMP; confirm regime
HTL Demarcation Reference	NCSCM reference for High Tide Line on that site	Seller-stated HTL distances carry no legal weight
CZMP Approval Status	Whether MoEFCC has approved the CZMP for that island	Unapproved CZMPs revert to stricter IPZ 2011 rules

Good sign: Zone extract shows a non-CRZ-I A classification, HTL distance beyond the NDZ, an NCSCM-verified HTL reference, and confirmed CZMP approval for that island.

Common Issues With CRZ Zone Andaman in Land Transactions

These errors have cost buyers in Andaman dearly.

Wrong NDZ Distance Sellers quote mainland NDZ figures

Those do not apply here. A buyer using the wrong NDZ distance can misjudge a plot's buildability completely.

Fix: Check NDZ against the NCSCM-approved ICRZ plan for that island specifically.

CZMP Not Yet Approved Several island CZMPs were pending MoEFCC approval as of 2024

Where approval is absent, the stricter IPZ 2011 rules apply, including 500-metre HTL restrictions on major island seafronts.

Fix: Ask for the MoEFCC order number approving the CZMP for that island.

Plot in CRZ-I A Zone Mangroves, coral reefs, and turtle nesting areas fall under CRZ-I A

No construction is allowed. Sellers market these plots without disclosing zone status.

Fix: Get the written ICRZ zone extract from the Andaman Administration. CRZ-I A means walk away.

HTL Not Officially Demarcated Revenue officials and sellers cannot demarcate the HTL

That is NCSCM's job. Multiple Port Blair and Havelock plots have faced demolition orders where HTL was informally assumed.

Fix: Demand the NCSCM demarcation reference for the plot. No demarcation means do not proceed.

IIMP Absent for Smaller Islands Several A&N smaller island IIMPs were awaiting Central Government approval as of 2024

Unresolved IIMP status leaves land in regulatory limbo.

Fix: Confirm with the Andaman Administration whether an approved IIMP exists before purchase.

Verbal Revenue Clearance Revenue officials in Andaman have openly refused to comment on CRZ rules in documented cases

Verbal clearance carries zero legal standing.

Fix: Accept only written zone classification citing ICRZ 2019 notification number S.O.1242(E).

Why CRZ Zone Andaman Matters for Land Buyers

No document shapes land value in Andaman more than its CRZ zone status.

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Buildability Starts Here Zone category determines what is legally constructible

Without it, every other title document is beside the point.

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No Development Zone Andaman Islands Cuts Out Most Coastal Plots The first 100 metres from HTL on Group I islands cannot be built on for residential or commercial use

Most beach-facing plots sit inside this band. That is the reality buyers routinely miss.

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Banks Require It Any lender will ask for proof that the plot falls outside prohibited CRZ zones

No zone clearance confirmation, no loan.

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Andaman-specific: ICRZ is a Separate Legal Framework Demolitions and court orders in Andaman cite ICRZ and IPZ rules, not mainland CRZ

Buyers familiar with coastal rules from other states cannot transpose that knowledge here.

Red flag: If the seller cannot produce a written ICRZ zone extract with an NCSCM HTL reference, and offers only a verbal assurance or a revenue official's letter instead, treat the plot as legally unverified and stop the transaction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CRZ Zone Andaman and why does it matter for buyers?

CRZ Zone Andaman is the ICRZ 2019 classification that governs all coastal land development on the islands. It sets No Development Zone distances, permitted land uses, and clearance requirements. Buying without confirming zone status is the single largest legal risk in Andaman land purchases.

How do I check if my Andaman land falls inside a CRZ restricted zone?

Get a written ICRZ zone extract from the Andaman Administration's Department of Forest and Environment. Cross-check the NCSCM-demarcated HTL for your plot. Approved CZMP maps also show zone boundaries for major islands.

What is the no development zone distance in Andaman islands?

Group I islands (South Andaman, North Andaman, Great Nicobar) have a 100-metre NDZ from HTL. Group II islands (Havelock, Baratang, Car Nicobar) have a 50-metre NDZ. Eco-tourism reduces those to 50 metres and 20 metres respectively.

Who grants CRZ clearance in Andaman and Nicobar?

The Andaman Administration's Department of Forest and Environment processes clearances. Applications go through parivesh.nic.in or nsws.gov.in. MoEFCC oversees clearances for ecologically sensitive CRZ-I A areas.

Can I build on coastal land in Andaman?

Only outside the NDZ, in a non-CRZ-I A zone, with an approved CZMP in place for that island. Construction inside NDZ is prohibited. Get written zone confirmation before signing anything.

What documents are needed for a CRZ clearance application in Andaman?

A 1:4000 scale CRZ site map, land survey records, NCSCM HTL demarcation certificate, ICRZ zone extract from approved CZMP, and project description.

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