House Construction News: Can you build a house on agricultural land or not? Know the rules before starting construction
House Construction: Are you thinking of building a house on the farm or buying such land? Then wait a minute. Building a house on agricultural land without permission can cost you heavily. Actually, there is a rule related to agricultural land. It is very important for you to know about it-
News, Digital Desk- Are you thinking of building a house on the farm or buying such land? Then wait a minute. Building a house on agricultural land without permission can cost you heavily and your house can also be demolished. Actually, there is a rule related to agricultural land which does not allow you to build a house on agricultural land without the necessary process.
Apart from this, some people make plots on agricultural land and sell them. Buying such land can also lead to loss of money. Therefore, in both the situations, it would be better to understand the rules related to it before losing money.
In fact, even the owner of agricultural land cannot build a house without permission. In such a situation, you should know the rules related to this so that you do not have to demolish the house after building it.
What is cultivable land?
Cultivable land is land where crops are grown, including permanent pastures and agricultural work . Farmers grow crops on it every year. However, despite having ownership rights on this land, you cannot build a house without government permission.
What to do to build a house on agricultural land?
To build a house on agricultural land, it is necessary to first get conversion done, under which agricultural land is converted into residential land. This rule is applicable in only a few states.
For conversion, you have to pay a fee and it is also mandatory to get NOC (No Objection Certificate) from Municipal Council or Gram Panchayat. Only after these formalities can you build a house on your agricultural land.
How is land converted?
To convert agricultural land into residential land, you will have to get it converted. For this, documents like identity card, crop records, tenancy, and ownership rights are necessary.
Also, land utilization plan, survey map, and land revenue receipt will also have to be submitted. Make sure that there is no outstanding amount or litigation on that land.