Daman and Diu Masterplan
TCP-DD-2021
Overview
Every plot in Daman has its development rights set by the Revised Regional Plan 2005-2021 of Daman District, prepared under the Goa, Daman and Diu Town and Country Planning Act, 1974. The Planning and Development Authority Daman (PDAD), constituted in 2012 under Section 20 of the Daman and Diu Town and Country Planning (Amendment) Regulation, 1999, is the statutory body that issues layout approvals and building permits across the entire Daman planning area. That planning area divides the district into two well-known halves, Moti Daman and Nani Daman, split by the Daman Ganga River. Two zone types cut across everything buyers think they understand about land here: the CRZ overlay and the NA permission requirement for agricultural land. This page covers both, along with the corridors where genuine residential and industrial demand is concentrated.
CRZ Restrictions and NA Permission: The Two-Zone Traps That Catch Most Daman Land Buyers
Residential / Core Area
Permitted Use
Housing, mixed residential
Key Restriction
PDA building permit required
Common Risk
CRZ-1A overlay in Khariwad and riverfront areas
Gaothan / Gamtal
Permitted Use
Village settlement, limited residential
Key Restriction
GDR 2023 governs setbacks and height
Common Risk
Often sold as open residential without checking CRZ overlap
Industrial Zone
Permitted Use
Manufacturing, warehousing
Key Restriction
PDAD layout or industrial estate sanction
Common Risk
Marketed to residential buyers in labour housing corridors
Agricultural
Permitted Use
Farming only
Key Restriction
NA permission from Collector mandatory before any construction
Common Risk
Sold without NA as "plot," construction blocked
CRZ-1A / River Reserve
Permitted Use
No private development
Key Restriction
CZMP controls; violations prosecuted under Environment Protection Act, 1986
Common Risk
Beachfront and riverside plots marketed despite prohibition
Zone
Permitted Use
Key Restriction
Common Risk
Residential / Core Area
Housing, mixed residential
PDA building permit required
CRZ-1A overlay in Khariwad and riverfront areas
Gaothan / Gamtal
Village settlement, limited residential
GDR 2023 governs setbacks and height
Often sold as open residential without checking CRZ overlap
Industrial Zone
Manufacturing, warehousing
PDAD layout or industrial estate sanction
Marketed to residential buyers in labour housing corridors
Agricultural
Farming only
NA permission from Collector mandatory before any construction
Sold without NA as "plot," construction blocked
CRZ-1A / River Reserve
No private development
CZMP controls; violations prosecuted under Environment Protection Act, 1986
Beachfront and riverside plots marketed despite prohibition
One document the PDA Daman construction permission checklist demands for every building plan application is the NOC from Coast Guard Authority for height restrictions. This is a separate clearance from the CRZ check, and buyers who close a land deal without anticipating it face delays that can run months before a building permit is issued.
Kachigam, Bhimpore, Dabhel and the Devka Corridor: Where Genuine Demand Sits in Daman
Kachigam, Bhimpore, Dabhel
Zone Context
Industrial / Residential
Demand Driver
Manufacturing employment, Vapi-Daman road
Known Risk
CRZ overlay near Kala Nadi; NA permission for agricultural plots
Dunetha, Kadaiya
Zone Context
Residential / Census Town
Demand Driver
Labour housing, industrial estate proximity
Known Risk
Haphazard development, building permits on unapproved layouts
Devka Road, Nani Daman
Zone Context
Residential / Tourism
Demand Driver
Devka Beach proximity, weekend demand
Known Risk
CRZ restrictions; Coast Guard NOC for height
Moti Daman, Jampore
Zone Context
Core Area / Tourism
Demand Driver
Administrative centre, Jampore Beach
Known Risk
CRZ-1A in riverfront and coastal pockets
Corridor / Locality
Zone Context
Demand Driver
Known Risk
Kachigam, Bhimpore, Dabhel
Industrial / Residential
Manufacturing employment, Vapi-Daman road
CRZ overlay near Kala Nadi; NA permission for agricultural plots
Dunetha, Kadaiya
Residential / Census Town
Labour housing, industrial estate proximity
Haphazard development, building permits on unapproved layouts
Devka Road, Nani Daman
Residential / Tourism
Devka Beach proximity, weekend demand
CRZ restrictions; Coast Guard NOC for height
Moti Daman, Jampore
Core Area / Tourism
Administrative centre, Jampore Beach
CRZ-1A in riverfront and coastal pockets
Jampore is the corridor most buyers misjudge. It appears settled and built up, which leads buyers to assume CRZ-II applies and construction is permitted on the landward side of existing roads. The CRZ classification for any specific survey number in Jampore must still be verified against the published CZMP map, because CRZ-1A overlays exist in portions that appear fully developed at street level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Daman District Master Plan land zone system?
The Revised Regional Plan 2005-2021 governs land use in Daman under the TCP Act 1974. PDAD, constituted in 2012, enforces zones including Residential, Industrial, Agricultural, Gaothan, and CRZ overlays. Verify your survey number's zone with PDAD before any payment.
Can I build on agricultural land in Daman without NA permission?
No. Agricultural land requires non-agricultural permission from the Collector under the Development Control Rules 2005. PDAD will not accept a building plan without this order. Buying agricultural land without confirmed NA permission means construction is blocked from the start.
What is the CRZ zone in Daman and how does it affect land buying?
CRZ zones under the CRZ Notification 2019 restrict or prohibit construction near the coast, rivers, and mangroves. CRZ-1A prohibits all private development. Verify the CZMP map before buying any plot near Devka, Jampore, or the Daman Ganga riverfront.
Who approves layout plans and building permits in Daman?
PDAD is the statutory authority for all layout sanctions and building permits across the Daman planning area. Applications go through the EODB Single Window Portal. A Coast Guard NOC for height restriction is mandatory for every building plan submission.
What documents do I need before buying land in Daman?
Confirm the PDAD layout sanction, the Collector's NA permission for agricultural land, CRZ clearance for coastal plots, and a verified title document. Cross-check the survey number against the Regional Plan 2005-2021 zone map directly with PDAD.
What is Gaothan zone in Daman and can I build there?
Gaothan is the original village settlement area governed by General Development Rules 2023 with specific setback and height controls. Many Gaothan areas in Nani Daman also carry a CRZ-1A overlay. Confirm both Gaothan boundaries and CRZ status before proceeding with any purchase.
Is industrial zone land in Daman available for residential use?
No. Industrial land in Kachigam, Bhimpore, and Dabhel requires a zone change or PDAD planning permission for residential use. Labour housing has spread informally into these zones, but formal residential construction without PDAD sanction on industrial land carries direct legal risk.
Why is a Coast Guard NOC required for construction in Daman?
The Coast Guard enforces height restrictions due to Daman's coastal location and proximity to defence and navigation facilities. The NOC is mandatory for all building permit applications under PDA Daman's checklist, except residential buildings under 15 metres height.
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Data Source & Verification
Source
Official Town and Country Planning Department, Daman and Diu documents
Official Website
https://daman.nic.in/websites/town_country_planning_department_daman/documents/2017/LAND-USE-PLAN-OF-DAMAN.pdf
Coordinate Reference System
EPSG:4326 (WGS 84)
Geometry Type
Polygon / MultiPolygon
Data Format
Raster Tiles (from GeoTIFF)
Last Verified
2026
Status
Active