Daman CRZ
State Coastal Zone Management Authority
Overview
The Daman CRZ land map is prepared under the CRZ Notification 2019 by the UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, with the Coastal Zone Management Authority overseeing its implementation. The CRZ designates coastal land up to 500 metres from the High Tide Line (HTL) and 100 metres along tidal-influenced water bodies as regulated zones.
No Development Zone Distances and CRZ Category Confusion: The Core Risks for Daman CRZ Land Buyers
The most consequential risk in Daman's coastal land market is buying a plot without confirming its CRZ category. Each category carries a different No Development Zone (NDZ) measured from the High Tide Line. Getting the category wrong by even one classification can mean the difference between a buildable plot and land that cannot legally carry any structure.
The governing document is the Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) for Daman, prepared under the CRZ Notification 2019 by the UT Administration. The Daman and Diu Coastal Zone Management Authority is the enforcement body. CRZ clearance for CRZ-I ecologically sensitive areas requires MoEFCC approval at the central level; for CRZ-II and CRZ-III plots, clearance is processed at the UT administration level.
The table below shows the four CRZ categories applicable in Daman and the NDZ distance that applies to each:
CRZ-I
Area Type
Ecologically sensitive; between LTL and HTL; mangroves
No Development Zone (NDZ)
No new construction
Construction Permitted
Only atomic energy, trans-harbour sea links
CRZ-II
Area Type
Developed areas within municipal limits up to shoreline
No Development Zone (NDZ)
On landward side of hazard line
Construction Permitted
Buildings permitted; current FSI/FAR applicable
CRZ-IIIA
Area Type
Rural areas; population density more than 2,161/sq km
No Development Zone (NDZ)
50 metres from HTL
Construction Permitted
Agriculture; limited public facilities beyond NDZ
CRZ-IIIB
Area Type
Rural areas; population density less than 2,161/sq km
No Development Zone (NDZ)
200 metres from HTL
Construction Permitted
Agriculture; limited public facilities beyond NDZ
CRZ-IV
Area Type
Aquatic area up to 12 nautical miles seaward
No Development Zone (NDZ)
N/A
Construction Permitted
Fishing and allied activities only
CRZ Category
Area Type
No Development Zone (NDZ)
Construction Permitted
CRZ-I
Ecologically sensitive; between LTL and HTL; mangroves
No new construction
Only atomic energy, trans-harbour sea links
CRZ-II
Developed areas within municipal limits up to shoreline
On landward side of hazard line
Buildings permitted; current FSI/FAR applicable
CRZ-IIIA
Rural areas; population density more than 2,161/sq km
50 metres from HTL
Agriculture; limited public facilities beyond NDZ
CRZ-IIIB
Rural areas; population density less than 2,161/sq km
200 metres from HTL
Agriculture; limited public facilities beyond NDZ
CRZ-IV
Aquatic area up to 12 nautical miles seaward
N/A
Fishing and allied activities only
The Supreme Court's demolition of CRZ-violating high-rise towers in Kochi set a binding precedent: structures built in violation of CRZ limits are liable for court-ordered demolition regardless of sale deed registration or completion certificates. In Daman, where the coastline is the primary development driver, this precedent is directly relevant. Before purchasing any coastal plot, obtain the CZMP-certified zone classification for your specific survey number from the Daman Coastal Zone Management Authority. A sale deed alone does not override a CRZ restriction.
Moti Daman to the Beach Fringe: Which Coastal Zones in Daman Support Legal Development
Daman's land market splits clearly between the developed CRZ-II areas inside the municipal limits and the CRZ-III stretches outside. CRZ-II is where legal construction activity is most viable; CRZ-III demands strict HTL distance verification before any purchase.
The table below shows the key Daman micro-markets by CRZ classification and the realistic signal for buyers in each zone:
Moti Daman (old town; municipal area)
CRZ Category
CRZ-II
Development Signal
Buildings permitted; current FSI applicable
Key Risk
Hazard line boundary must be confirmed; no landward setback from hazard line
Nani Daman (commercial and residential belt)
CRZ Category
CRZ-II (municipal limit portions)
Development Signal
Established commercial corridor; buildable
Key Risk
Confirm exact municipal limit extent for each survey number
Riverbank near Daman Ganga
CRZ Category
CRZ 100m buffer from tidal body
Development Signal
100m NDZ applies along tidal-influenced stretch
Key Risk
No construction within 100m of tidal water body
Coastal belt beyond municipal limit
CRZ Category
CRZ-IIIA or IIIB (depending on census density)
Development Signal
50m or 200m NDZ; only agriculture and limited facilities
Key Risk
NDZ width depends on 2011 census density; verify before purchase
Beachfront fringe plots
CRZ Category
CRZ-I (if mangrove/sand dune) or CRZ-III
Development Signal
Potentially no-development zone
Key Risk
CRZ-I plots are entirely non-buildable
Zone / Locality
CRZ Category
Development Signal
Key Risk
Moti Daman (old town; municipal area)
CRZ-II
Buildings permitted; current FSI applicable
Hazard line boundary must be confirmed; no landward setback from hazard line
Nani Daman (commercial and residential belt)
CRZ-II (municipal limit portions)
Established commercial corridor; buildable
Confirm exact municipal limit extent for each survey number
Riverbank near Daman Ganga
CRZ 100m buffer from tidal body
100m NDZ applies along tidal-influenced stretch
No construction within 100m of tidal water body
Coastal belt beyond municipal limit
CRZ-IIIA or IIIB (depending on census density)
50m or 200m NDZ; only agriculture and limited facilities
NDZ width depends on 2011 census density; verify before purchase
Beachfront fringe plots
CRZ-I (if mangrove/sand dune) or CRZ-III
Potentially no-development zone
CRZ-I plots are entirely non-buildable
The CRZ-II designation within Daman's municipal limits is the most reliably developable classification, but even here buyers must confirm that the plot sits on the landward side of the hazard line. CRZ clearance maps in Daman are required at 1:4000 scale for each project site; a general CZMP boundary map is not sufficient for individual plot verification. The Daman Coastal Zone Management Authority maintains the official CZMP map; a certified extract for your survey number from this authority is the only document that definitively establishes which NDZ rule applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daman CRZ land and how does it affect property buying?
Daman CRZ land falls within the Coastal Regulation Zone, regulated by the CRZ Notification 2019 under the Environment Protection Act 1986. Construction rights depend entirely on which CRZ category (I, II, IIIA, or IIIB) the plot is assigned. Category determines the No Development Zone distance from the High Tide Line.
What are the CRZ zones in Daman and what construction is allowed?
Daman has CRZ-I (no construction), CRZ-II (buildings permitted within municipal limits per FSI/FAR), CRZ-IIIA (50m NDZ from HTL), and CRZ-IIIB (200m NDZ from HTL). CRZ-IV covers the aquatic area. Classification is based on the approved Coastal Zone Management Plan for Daman.
How far from the sea can you build in Daman under CRZ rules?
It depends on the CRZ category. CRZ-II plots within municipal limits have no fixed setback from HTL; construction is permitted on the landward side of the hazard line. CRZ-IIIA plots require 50m NDZ; CRZ-IIIB requires 200m. CRZ-I areas prohibit new construction entirely.
What is the No Development Zone under Daman CRZ rules?
The NDZ is the band from the High Tide Line within which no construction is permitted. Under CRZ 2019: 50 metres for CRZ-IIIA (dense rural areas), 200 metres for CRZ-IIIB (sparse rural areas), and no new construction at all in CRZ-I ecologically sensitive areas.
Can you buy land near the Daman beach and build legally?
Yes, if the plot is classified CRZ-II within the municipal limit and falls on the landward side of the hazard line. For plots outside the municipal limit, you need the CZMP-certified classification from the Daman Coastal Zone Management Authority before assuming any construction is permissible.
Who approves CRZ clearance in Daman?
For CRZ-I plots, clearance requires approval from MoEFCC at the central government level. For CRZ-II and CRZ-III plots, the UT Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu processes clearance at the local level through the Coastal Zone Management Authority.
What is the Coastal Zone Management Plan for Daman?
The CZMP is the official map prepared by the UT Administration under CRZ Notification 2019, classifying all coastal land by CRZ category. The Daman and Diu Coastal Zone Management Authority maintains this plan. CRZ clearance for any project requires fresh 1:4000 scale maps for each specific site.
Can a CRZ-violating structure in Daman be demolished?
Yes. The Supreme Court has ordered demolition of CRZ-violating buildings, including the four high-rise towers in Kochi's Maradu municipality. A registered sale deed provides no protection if the structure violates the NDZ. Verify the CRZ category and clearance status before purchase, not after.
Disclaimer
Data Source & Verification
Source
Official State Coastal Zone Management Authority documents
Official Website
moef.gov.in
Coordinate Reference System
EPSG:4326 (WGS 84)
Geometry Type
Polygon / MultiPolygon
Data Format
Vector (GeoJSON) + Raster Tiles
Last Verified
2026
Status
Active