Diu CRZ
State Coastal Zone Management Authority
Overview
The Diu CRZ layer plots the Coastal Regulation Zone footprint across the 40 sq km island of Diu, governed by CRZ Notification 2019 (G.S.R. 37(E)) and the Coastal Zone Management Plan prepared by NCSCM for the U.T. of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. The Collector, Diu is the designated monitoring and enforcing authority. This page shows what falls inside CRZ-I, CRZ-II, CRZ-III, and CRZ-IV across Diu town, Nagoa, Ghoghla, Vanakbara, Bucharwada, and the surrounding coastline.
Regulatory Red Flags Inside the 60 Metre Setback
Diu does not follow the standard CRZ-III rule book. Under the Diu-specific CZMP, the 60 metre setback Diu rule fixes construction distance at 60 metres from the High Tide Line or the width of the sandy beach, whichever is more, in CRZ-III stretches. That is a Diu-only relaxation; mainland CRZ-III B forces 200 metres. CRZ-1991 had once classified parts of Diu as CRZ-IV. CRZ Notification 2011 dropped that, and the 2019 plan reclassified the island stretches.
The fact-pack on what each zone permits on Diu, drawn from CRZ Notification 2019 and the Daman & Diu CZMP cover order.
CRZ-I A
Permitted Use
Sand dunes, mangroves, fish breeding areas
Requires CRZ Clearance?
No new building; only utility/strategic
Prohibited Without?
Any private structure
Commonly Misrepresented?
Sold as "private beach plots"
CRZ-I B
Permitted Use
Inter-tidal area between LTL and HTL
Requires CRZ Clearance?
Salt works, pipelines only
Prohibited Without?
Resorts, dwellings
Commonly Misrepresented?
Marketed as "shoreline land"
CRZ-II
Permitted Use
Built-up Diu town municipal area
Requires CRZ Clearance?
Yes, on landward side of existing road
Prohibited Without?
Construction on seaward side
Commonly Misrepresented?
Confused with CRZ-III rural
CRZ-III
Permitted Use
Rural beach stretches; 60 m setback or beach width
Requires CRZ Clearance?
Beyond setback only
Prohibited Without?
Anything inside 60 m
Commonly Misrepresented?
Quoted with mainland 50 m or 200 m rule
CRZ-IV A
Permitted Use
Sea up to 12 nautical miles
Requires CRZ Clearance?
Fishing, traditional use
Prohibited Without?
Solid waste, dumping
Commonly Misrepresented?
Not applicable to plots
CRZ-IV B
Permitted Use
Tidal water bodies and creeks
Requires CRZ Clearance?
Fishing only
Prohibited Without?
Reclamation
Commonly Misrepresented?
Sold as "sea-facing"
Zone Code
Permitted Use
Requires CRZ Clearance?
Prohibited Without?
Commonly Misrepresented?
CRZ-I A
Sand dunes, mangroves, fish breeding areas
No new building; only utility/strategic
Any private structure
Sold as "private beach plots"
CRZ-I B
Inter-tidal area between LTL and HTL
Salt works, pipelines only
Resorts, dwellings
Marketed as "shoreline land"
CRZ-II
Built-up Diu town municipal area
Yes, on landward side of existing road
Construction on seaward side
Confused with CRZ-III rural
CRZ-III
Rural beach stretches; 60 m setback or beach width
Beyond setback only
Anything inside 60 m
Quoted with mainland 50 m or 200 m rule
CRZ-IV A
Sea up to 12 nautical miles
Fishing, traditional use
Solid waste, dumping
Not applicable to plots
CRZ-IV B
Tidal water bodies and creeks
Fishing only
Reclamation
Sold as "sea-facing"
If a seller in Diu quotes the mainland 50 m or 200 m No Development Zone (NDZ) number, they are reading the wrong notification. The setback in Diu's CRZ-III is 60 m or the width of the beach, whichever is greater. Confirm against the CZMP map before signing.
Growth Corridors Around Nagoa, Ghoghla and Diu Town
Diu's tourism push, Ghoghla's Blue Flag status, and the limited 40 sq km land bank make every coastal parcel here either premium or restricted. Most of the island sits inside the 500 m CRZ belt by default. The Nagoa Beach Ghoghla Beach belt is the most actively transacted, but also the most actively monitored.
The corridors buyers ask about most, mapped against CRZ exposure under the CZMP Daman and Diu.
Nagoa (Bucharwada)
Zone (Diu CZMP 2019)
CRZ-III + CRZ-I A pockets
Growth Driver
Horseshoe beach, water sports, resorts
Known Risk
60 m setback strictly enforced
Ghoghla (entrance to island)
Zone (Diu CZMP 2019)
CRZ-III; Blue Flag beach
Growth Driver
Largest beach, tourism push
Known Risk
Blue Flag relaxations only for public facilities, not private
Diu Town
Zone (Diu CZMP 2019)
CRZ-II (Diu Municipal Council)
Growth Driver
Heritage, fort, Portuguese-era core
Known Risk
Construction allowed only on landward side
Chakratirth, Jallandhar
Zone (Diu CZMP 2019)
CRZ-III + CRZ-I sand dunes
Growth Driver
Town-adjacent beaches
Known Risk
Sand dune buffer locks parcels
Vanakbara, Saudwadi
Zone (Diu CZMP 2019)
CRZ-III + CRZ-IV B (creek)
Growth Driver
Fishing harbour; village stretch
Known Risk
Fish landing centre buffer in CZMP
Fudam, Bucharwada interior
Zone (Diu CZMP 2019)
CRZ-III B parameters
Growth Driver
Resort land, semi-rural
Known Risk
NDZ varies; verify on 1:25,000 map
Corridor / Locality
Zone (Diu CZMP 2019)
Growth Driver
Known Risk
Nagoa (Bucharwada)
CRZ-III + CRZ-I A pockets
Horseshoe beach, water sports, resorts
60 m setback strictly enforced
Ghoghla (entrance to island)
CRZ-III; Blue Flag beach
Largest beach, tourism push
Blue Flag relaxations only for public facilities, not private
Diu Town
CRZ-II (Diu Municipal Council)
Heritage, fort, Portuguese-era core
Construction allowed only on landward side
Chakratirth, Jallandhar
CRZ-III + CRZ-I sand dunes
Town-adjacent beaches
Sand dune buffer locks parcels
Vanakbara, Saudwadi
CRZ-III + CRZ-IV B (creek)
Fishing harbour; village stretch
Fish landing centre buffer in CZMP
Fudam, Bucharwada interior
CRZ-III B parameters
Resort land, semi-rural
NDZ varies; verify on 1:25,000 map
The most misunderstood corridor is the Ghoghla stretch. Buyers see "Blue Flag beach" and assume tourism construction is unlocked. The 2021 gazette relaxation permits specific public facilities (toilet blocks, change rooms, drinking water, walkways) within 10 m of the HTL only for Blue Flag certification purposes. Private resorts and homes still need full CRZ clearance through the Daman & Diu CZMA, and the 60 m setback still applies to private builds in CRZ-III.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diu CRZ and how does it apply to my plot?
Diu CRZ** covers the entire coastal stretch of the 40 sq km island within 500 metres of the High Tide Line. It is governed by CRZ Notification 2019 with Diu-specific provisions in the U.T. CZMP, and applies to every coastal parcel.
How do I check if my plot in Diu falls under CRZ?
Match your survey number on the Daman & Diu CZMP map prepared by NCSCM under the 2019 notification. The classification will read CRZ-I, CRZ-II, CRZ-III, or CRZ-IV. Anything within 500 m landward of HTL is in CRZ.
Can I build a hotel or house near Nagoa Beach in Diu?
Yes, but only beyond the 60 metre setback or the full width of the sandy beach, whichever is more, since Nagoa falls in CRZ-III. New construction also needs prior clearance from the Daman & Diu Coastal Zone Management Authority.
What is the setback distance for construction in Diu CRZ-III?
60 metres from the High Tide Line or the width of the sandy beach, whichever is greater. That rule is Diu-specific. Mainland CRZ-III A (50 m) and CRZ-III B (200 m) NDZ figures do not apply on the island.
Who gives CRZ clearance in Diu?
The Daman and Diu Coastal Zone Management Authority under the U.T. of DNH and DD recommends clearance for CRZ-II and CRZ-III projects. The Collector, Diu is the monitoring authority. CRZ-I and CRZ-IV proposals go to MoEFCC at the Centre.
Is Ghoghla Beach affected by CRZ rules?
Yes. Ghoghla sits in CRZ-III area Diu and is also a Blue Flag aspirant beach. The 2021 gazette allows specific public amenities within 10 m of HTL purely for Blue Flag certification. Private builds still face the full 60 m setback.
What does Blue Flag relaxation mean for Diu beaches?
The January 2021 gazette permits limited public facilities (toilets, change rooms, walkways, seating) within 10 m of HTL on identified Blue Flag beaches like Ghoghla. It does not waive CRZ clearance for resorts, dwellings, or commercial structures.
Can old houses on the Diu coast be repaired in CRZ?
Yes. CRZ Notification 2019 permits repair and reconstruction of existing authorised structures without expanding plinth area, FSI, or density. Traditional fishing community dwellings get specific protections. Any new build needs Daman & Diu CZMA clearance.
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