Question 1

What is the height restriction near the Bhubaneswar airport?

Accepted Answer

All structures within 20 km of Biju Patnaik International Airport ARP are governed by AAI's CCZM, with permissible top elevations ranging from 80 m to 190 m AMSL depending on plot location.

Question 2

Do I need an NOC from AAI to build near the Bhubaneswar airport?

Accepted Answer

Yes, under GSR 751(E). If your plot is below the CCZM limit, the local body clears it. If it exceeds the limit, apply directly through NOCAS for an AAI NOC.

Question 3

How do I check if my plot falls in the Bhubaneswar Airport height restriction zone?

Accepted Answer

Download the CCZM grid from nocas2.aai.aero, locate your survey number's grid cell, note the permissible top elevation, and then subtract your WGS-84 certified site elevation to get the permitted height above ground.

Question 4

What is AMSL, and why does it matter for Bhubaneswar plots?

Accepted Answer

AMSL means Above Mean Sea Level. AAI caps height in AMSL, not floors. Two adjacent plots can have different floor allowances if ground elevations differ. A CPWD, PWD, or Survey of India elevation certificate is mandatory.

Question 5

What happens if a building is constructed without an AAI NOC near Bhubaneswar airport?

Accepted Answer

It becomes an illegal obstruction. AAI can flag it to BMC, BDA, and GAD for demolition. The 2025 Jagamara case shows enforcement can be slow, but legal liability stays with builder and buyer.

Question 6

How long is an AAI NOC valid for a building in Bhubaneswar?

Accepted Answer

Valid for eight years from issue date. One revalidation is permitted if construction has commenced and the delay is beyond the developer's control. After eight years, a fresh NOC is required; permitted height may differ.

Question 7

Which localities in Bhubaneswar carry the highest airport height restriction risk?

Accepted Answer

Pokhariput, Jagamara, and Ghatikia within 5 km of ARP face the tightest constraints. Khandagiri and Chandrasekharpur are moderate. Patia and Phulnakhara beyond 9 km carry lower risk but remain within the 20 km NOC zone.

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