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. 357 No. 357 ¨sÁUÀ – 4ಎ Part – IVA

GOVERNMENT OF KARNATAKA

No. UDD 137 MNE 2026(e) Karnataka Government Secretariat

Vikasa Soudha, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Veedhi, Bangalore, Dated:08.05.2026

NOTIFICATION – II

The draft of the following Bye-laws further to amend the Karnataka Municipalities Model Building Bye-Laws, 2017 which the Government of Karnataka proposes to make in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section 325 of the Karnataka Municipalities Act, 1966 (Karnataka Act 22 of 1964) is hereby published as required by sub-section (1) of section 325 of the said Act, for the information of all the persons likely to be affected thereby and notice is hereby given that the said draft will be taken into consideration after thirty days from the date of its publication in the official Gazette.

Any objection or suggestion which may be received by the State Government from any person with respect to the said draft before the expiry of the period specified above will be considered by the State Government. Objections and suggestions may be addressed to the Secretary to Government, Urban Development Department,VikasaSoudha, Bengaluru - 560001.

DRAFT BYE-LAWS 1. Titleandcommencement.-(1) These bye-laws may be called the Karnataka MunicipalitiesModel Building (Second Amendment) Bye-Laws, 2026.

(2) They shall come into force from the date of their final publication in the official Gazette. 2. Substitution of Appendix-IA.-In the Karnataka MunicipalitiesModel Building Bye-Laws, 2017, for Appendix-IA, the following shall be substituted, namely:-

(1)2 "APPENDIX-IA (see clause 7.3, 7.4, 15(5)) ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA, REGISTRATION AND FUNCTIONS OF PROFESSIONALS

A. PROFESSIONALS ON RECORD (PoR): (1) Definition: "Professional on Record (PoR)" means an Architect or competent professional who is brought on record to represent his client for a construction project, to act on their behalf regarding building licenses and process of construction for development of land and building. (2)The following categories of Registered Building Professionals who are registered with the urban local bodies in accordance with the Government Notification No: UDD:54: GEL:2025, Dated: 30.08.2025 shall be eligible for registration as Professionals on Record with the Authority. The minimum qualifications and competencies required for such registration shall be as specified in Table-1, below:-

B. EMPANELLED PROFESSIONALS (EP):

(1) Definition: "Empanelled professional"means professionals such as Architects, Engineers, Structural consultants, MEP consultants, Environment consultants etc. who are empanelled by the Local Authority as authorised persons to inspect the building sites before, during and after construction, as the case may be, to certify the constructions made as per the provisions of the approved plans and report to the Local Authority and also to sanction building plans of certain buildings as notified by the Government "

(2) Registration of Empanelled Professionals:Notwithstanding anything in the model building byelaws applicants seeking empanelment as Empanelled Professionals (EP) shall fulfil the following conditions:

(a) Possess the requisite qualifications as specified in Table-2.

(b) Be registered with the respective statutory council or professional body, wherever applicable, such as the Council of Architecture, Institution of Engineers (India), Institute of Town Planners India, or any other competent statutory authority.

(c) Have the minimum professional experience prescribed for the respective category of professional as in Table-3.

(d) Shall not have been blacklisted or debarred by any Government Department, Local Authority, or Statutory Body.

(3) Registration Process:Whenever the Local Authority intends to empanel professionals applications shall be invited from the registered professionals and/or Professionals on Record for empanelment.

(i)PoR or the Registered professionals shall submitApplication for empanelment to the concerned Local Authority, online,along with theAffidavit in Form-XVII. The application shall be accompanied by the following documents, namely:-

(a) Educational qualification certificates;

(b) Registration certificate with the respective professional/statutory body, wherever applicable;

(c) Proof of professional experience;

(d) Undertaking to abide by the provisions of the relevant Acts, Rules, Regulations and Building Bye-Laws; and

(e) Professional indemnity declaration, wherever applicable.

(ii) The applications shall be scrutinized by a Committee constituted by the Local Authority for this purpose under clause-B(11)

(iii) Upon approval, the Local Authority shall issue a Certificate of Empanelment with a unique registration number to the applicant.

(iv) The registration shall be valid for a period of five (5) years, and may be renewed subject to satisfactory performance and compliance with the applicable regulations. Where the EP has an ongoing project and empanelment is due to expiry, the EP should apply for renewal two month before the date of expiry. If renewal is not granted by the authority, the project shall be reassigned through the roster system and the provisions for Change of EP.

(v) Registration of EP should be made maximum in Five ULBs.

(4) Notwithstanding anything specified in the Model Building Bye-Laws, the competence and functions of the Empanelled Professionals shall be as specified in the Table-2 below:-

Table 2: Qualification, Experience and Competence / Functions of

Empanelled Professionals

The Empanelled Professionals (EPs) shall be empanelled by the concerned Local Authority and shall not be engaged by the Owner or Promoter. The EPs shall function independently and shall be responsible for verification, inspection and certification of the works carried out by the Professionals on Record (PoR) to ensure compliance with the provisions of the applicable Acts, Rules, Regulations and Building Bye-Laws.

(5) Empanelled Professionals and their Jurisdiction:

Table:3: Level of jurisdiction of Empanelled professional

Note:

1. A Diploma Engineer with a minimum of ten years of professional experience in the relevant field may be considered as equivalent to an Engineer for the purpose of empanelment, subject to approval by the Local Authority.

2. For Level–4 category developments and above, the services of Structural Engineer, Electrical / MEP Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer and Town Planner shall be required, as applicable.

3. An Empanelled Professional (EP) eligible for any higher level category shall also be deemed eligible to undertake works falling under all lower level categories.

4. The empanelment shall be valid for a period of five years and may be renewed based on performance evaluation by the Local Authority.

(6) Monitoring Powers of Empanelled Professionals:

(6.1) Empanelled Professionals (EPs) registered under this notification shall be authorized by the Local Authority to monitor construction activities for buildings assigned to them through a roster system, in order to ensure conformity with the sanctioned plan, approved drawings, structural safety requirements and applicable Building Bye-Laws.

(6.2) The EPs shall carry out periodic site inspections at various stages of construction and certify compliance at each stage of development. The EP shall complete the inspection and submit the stage-wise certification within seven (7) working days from the date of receipt of stage-completion intimation. If the EP fails to inspect within the said period, an automated escalation shall be triggered through the online portal as follows:

(a) On the 8th working day, an automated reminder shall be issued to the EP through the portal;

(b) On the 10th working day, the matter shall be escalated to the Municipal Engineer / Head of the Engineering Section;

(c) On the 15th working day, if no inspection is conducted, the project shall be reassigned to the next EP on the roster, and the defaulting EP shall be issued a written warning. Three such defaults in a calendar year shall attract a penalty as specified in Clause – B(10) and termination in that ULB.

(6.3) Mandatory Material Testing and Third-Party Lab Reports:

(a) The Empanelled Professional shall ensure that material testing is carried out at each critical stage of construction through third party testing laboratories approved by local authority for all types of buildings.

(b) The following tests shall be mandatory and the test reports shall be annexed to the stage-wise inspection reports:

(i) Concrete cube test results at foundation, plinth, and every floor slab stage;

(ii) Reinforcement steel test certificates and inspection at site during work execution.

(iii) Soil/geotechnical investigation report before foundation.

(iv) Any other test as prescribed by the relevant BIS codes or as directed by the Authority.

(c) The EP shall not certify completion of any stage unless the relevant third-party test reports are obtained and found satisfactory and give site inspection report compulsory.

(d) The cost of testing shall be borne by the Owner/Applicant.

(6.4) The monitoring and certification by Empanelled Professionals shall be mandatory for all buildings assigned to them and such certifications shall form part of the official records of the concerned Urban Local Body.

(6.5) Submission of false, incorrect or misleading monitoring certificates by any Empanelled Professional shall attract appropriate action under the applicable Acts, Rules, Regulations and Building Bye-Laws, including suspension or cancellation of empanelment.

Table:4 Monitoring Powers of EPs at Different Construction Stages

Table: 5 Monitoring powers of EPs at different stages of development of layouts:

(6.6) The monitoring powers of Empanelled Professionals (EPs) shall not restrict the authority of the Urban Local Body to carry out independent inspections at any stage of construction. The Competent Authority may conduct random or risk-based inspections of any building, including those monitored by EPs.

(6.7) For high-risk and special category buildings, monitoring by EPs shall be in addition to, and not in substitution of, inspections carried out by the Competent Authority or other statutory agencies.

(6.8) Empanelled Professionals shall maintain inspection records, photographs, and certificates for a minimum period of five years and shall produce the same whenever required by the Competent Authority.

(7) Fees, Fine or Penalty:While exercising their jurisdiction under the Self- Certification Scheme, Empanelled professionals shall strictly follow the Building Bye-laws of the respective Local Bodies/Authorities. In case of any violation, Penalty specified under clause-B.(10) shall be applicable.

(8) Fee Structure for Empanelled Professionals (EPs): The fee structure is specified to ensure transparency, accountability, and uniformity in professional charges, while maintaining affordability for citizens and promoting quality construction practices.

(8.1) Registration and Renewal Fees: the registration and renewal fee shall be as specified in the table below.-

Table-6

Note:

The security deposit may be partially or fully forfeited in cases of professional misconduct, false certification, or violation of statutory provisions.

The security deposit shall be deposited with the Local Authority. The principal amount only shall be refundable, without interest.

(8.2) Scrutiny and Building Plan Approval Fees Payable to Empanelled Professionals: The fee to be paid by the applicant to the Empanelled Professionals for scrutiny and building approvals as the case may be shall be levied as specified in the Table below.-

Table-7

Note: The above fee includes:

(a) Site verification and scrutiny of plan;

(b) Coordination with Local Authority.

(8.3) Stage-wise Inspection Fees:The fee shall be collected at various stages of construction as specified in Table below:-

Table-8

(9) Fixed Roster for Selection of Empanelled Professional:The Authority shall maintain a category-wise roster of Empanelled Professionals (EPs), which shall be publicly viewable on the municipal Corporation website. The roster shall be managed exclusively through the designated software/online portal, and no manual intervention or override shall be permitted in the assignment of projects. EPs shall be arranged sequentially based on the date of empanelment. Projects shall be assigned in rotational order, and once a project is assigned, the concerned EP shall be moved to the bottom of the roster list. In case where the Empanelled professional is also the professional on Record for the project, he shall not be assigned to be the Empanelled professional for that project.

(9.1)An EP who declines or fails to respond to two consecutively assigned eligible projects without a valid reason shall be penalized by skipping the next turn in the roster. Skipping due to category-level ineligibility, active conflict of interest, or ongoing suspension shall not be treated as a penalty- triggering skip.

(10) Penalty Structure for Professional Negligence / Misconduct by EPs:Penalties shall be imposed by the Local Authority/TAC after due inquiry, providing the professional an opportunity to be heard and the Penalty shall be levied as specified in the Table below:

(11) Technical Appraisal Committee (TAC):The Authority shall constitute a TAC comprising the following members:

(i) Municipal Commissioner or Chief Officer (Chairman);

(ii) Head of Engineering Section of the Local Authority;

(iii) Head of Town Planning Section of Authority/ Assistant Director (Member Secretary); and

(iv) Superintendent Engineer / Executive Engineer of PWD having jurisdiction.

The TAC shall scrutinize the applications for empanelment of Professionals and submit its findings to the Local Authority. The TAC shall take necessary actions against against professionals (both PoR and EP) suspension or cancellation of registration, after conducting inquiry either Suo-Moto or based on complaint received, after hearing the Professional and recording the proceedings and decision taken.

(12) Restriction on Change of Empanelled Professional:No Empanelled Professional (EP) shall be substituted during the course of construction without prior written approval of the Municipal Commissioner. Any change effected without such approval shall render all certifications issued thereafter invalid.

(12.1). Permissible Grounds for Change:A change of EP shall be permitted only where one of the following grounds is established, with the burden of proof lying on the applicant seeking the substitution. The permissible grounds are,-

(a) Death or permanent incapacity; (b) Resignation with recorded reasons; (c) Proven conflict of interest; (d) Suspension, cancellation, or blacklisting by the Authority; (e) Persistent non-performance established after notice; and (f) Mutual consent, subject to technical audit and Authority approval, mutual consent shall not constitute extraordinary circumstances for the purpose of a second substitution.

(13) Mandatory Procedure for Substitution:

(13.1) Application for Change:The Owner or Promoter shall submit a formal written application to the Municipal Commissioner / Chief Officer before effecting any change. The application shall state the grounds for substitution and shall be accompanied by a stage-wise construction status report, copies of all certifications issued by the outgoing EP, an undertaking by the Owner/Promoter accepting responsibility for any disclosed deviations, and the written consent of the incoming EP. Where the outgoing EP fails to cooperate in the handover process, the Authority shall issue a notice and proceed further after according the EP a reasonable opportunity of being heard.

(13.2) Technical Audit: Before granting approval for substitution, the Authority shall either conduct a site inspection or appoint an independent EP to carry out a technical audit. The audit shall record the structural integrity of the completed works, the extent of construction carried out, any deviations from the sanctioned plan, and overall compliance with safety requirements. Approval for substitution shall be granted only after the audit findings have been recorded in writing and any required remedial actions have been addressed.

(14) Fixation of Liability:

(14.1) Liability of Outgoing EP:The outgoing EP shall remain fully liable for all certifications issued during his or her tenure including liability for structural and statutory compliance up to the last certified stage, for failure to report discernible deviations, and for any negligent or false certification. This liability survives substitution and may extend to disciplinary, civil, or criminal proceedings as the circumstances warrant.

(14.2) Liability of Incoming EP:Before issuing any certification, the incoming EP shall conduct an independent verification of all works executed up to the date of appointment and shall submit a structural stability certificate to the Authority. Any visible violations or deviations shall be reported to the Authority in writing 'within a period to be specified in the substitution approval order, subject to a minimum of 7 and a maximum of 30 working days, based on the stage of construction. The incoming EP shall be liable for all certifications issued after the date of approval of the substitution and for failure to report violations that a diligent professional ought to have identified.

(14.3) Joint Liability: Joint and several liabilities shall arise where both the outgoing and incoming EPs fail to detect or report material deviations, where a Completion Certificate is issued without due diligence by either party, or where a structural defect is attributable to an overlapping period of supervision. In such cases the Authority shall proceed against both professionals.

(15) Substitution at Completion / Occupancy Stage: No change of EP shall be permitted after submission of the Completion Certificate, except in cases of fraud, proven misrepresentation, or suspension of the EP by the Authority.Where substitution is permitted at this stage, a mandatory structural audit shall be conducted, a fresh compliance report shall be submitted by the incoming EP, and the Occupancy Certificate shall be issued only after independent verification by the Authority.

(15.1) Limitation on Number of Changes:No project shall ordinarily be permitted more than one substitution of EP during construction, except under extraordinary circumstances recorded in writing by the Authority.

(15.2) Financial Consequences:Where substitution arises due to professional misconduct, the Authority may forfeit the EP's Security Deposit in whole or in part, impose a monetary penalty of up to rupees two lakhs, and simultaneously proceed to suspend or cancel the empanelment. Where the substitution is without fault on the part of the outgoing EP, the Security Deposit shall not be adversely affected.

(16) Protection against Evasion of Liability:A change of EP shall not regularize unauthorized construction, extinguish the liability of the outgoing EP for works certified during tenure, validate unreported deviations, or interfere with ongoing disciplinary proceedings. Any attempt to use the substitution mechanism as a device to evade liability shall be treated as aggravating conduct and shall attract the maximum penalty available under the applicable municipal laws.

(17) Opportunity of Hearing: No penalty, suspension, or cancellation of empanelment shall be imposed without issuing a show-cause notice to the professional, providing a reasonable opportunity of reply and hearing, and passing a speaking order recording findings and reasons in writing.

(18) Appeal:Any person aggrieved by an order under these regulations may prefer an appeal in Form-VIIDbefore the Deputy Commissioner within thirty days from the date of receipt of the order.

(19) Savings:Nothing in these regulations shall limit the powers of the Authority to act under the Building Bye-Laws, Development Control Regulations, environmental laws, or any other applicable statute. The powers conferred herein are in addition to, and not in derogation of, any other power available to the Authority under law.

(20) Disciplinary Proceedings Framework for Professional on Record / Empanelled Professionals:

(20.1) Grounds for Initiation of Disciplinary Proceedings:

Disciplinary proceedings may be initiated on any of the following grounds:

(a) False certification or misrepresentation. (b) Gross negligence in inspection or supervision.

(c) Undertaking, certifying, or inspecting projects beyond the level or category of empanelment. (d) Failure to report deviations. (e) Professional misconduct. (f) Submission of forged or fabricated documents. (g) Repeated violations. (h) Violation of code of conduct. (i) Conflict of interest. (j) Criminal conviction involving moral turpitude. (k) Refusal or failure to accept an assigned project without valid reason, as defined under Clause B(9.1).

(20.2) Authority Competent to Initiate Proceedings: The Municipal Commissioner / Chief Officer having jurisdiction shall be the Disciplinary Authority. Where necessary, a Preliminary Scrutiny Committee may be constituted, comprising the Municipal Engineer as Chairperson along with the Town Planning Officer, Legal Officer, and an external technical expert if required.

(21) Procedure for Disciplinary Action:

(21.1) Preliminary Scrutiny: Upon receipt of a complaint or detection of a violation, a preliminary technical verification shall be carried out and a report submitted to the Disciplinary Authority within fifteen days. Where a prima facie case is found to exist, formal disciplinary proceedings shall be initiated.

(21.2) Issue of Show Cause Notice: The Show Cause Notice specified in Form-VIIA shall clearly specify the allegations against the PoR/ EP, enclose the supporting documents, and provide fifteen to thirty days for the PoR/EP to submit a written reply. Failure to respond within the stipulated time shall entitle the Authority to proceed ex-parte.

(21.3) Suspension Pending Inquiry (If Required): Where the alleged violation involves a risk to public safety, false structural certification, or a major structural violation, the Disciplinary Authority may order an interim suspension in Form-VIIB of the PoR/EP pending inquiry. Such an order shall be reasoned, time-bound, and subject to review within ninety days.

(21.4) Conduct of Inquiry: The TAC Committee shall provide the PoR/EP a full opportunity of hearing, permit the production of evidence and cross- examination where appropriate, and record all proceedings in writing. The inquiry shall be completed within ninety days unless extended with recorded reasons.

(22) Classification of Penalties:

(22.1) Minor Penalties: Minor penalties include a written warning, a monetary penalty as notified, mandatory retraining, and a temporary restriction on the size or category of projects the PoR/EP may handle.

(22.2) Major Penalties: Major penalties include suspension of empanelment for up to one year, forfeiture of the Security Deposit, cancellation of empanelment, blacklisting for a period of three to five years, and in the most serious cases of fraud or repeated gross misconduct, permanent debarment from empanelment.

(23) Order of the Disciplinary Authority:The final order in Form-VIIC shall be in writing and shall record the findings of fact, the evidence relied upon, the penalty imposed and the reasons therefore, the recovery mechanism if applicable, and the right of the PoR/EP to prefer an appeal in FORM VII D. The order shall be communicated to the PoR/EP, the Municipal Records Section, and the State Nodal Department where required.

(24) Effect of Suspension / Cancellation:Upon suspension or cancellation, the PoR/EP shall forthwith cease to undertake new projects, all ongoing projects shall be transferred per the Change of PoR/EP procedure, all portal login credentials shall be deactivated, and the EP's name along with the nature of the order shall be published on the Authority's official website.

(25) Liability Fixation:The PoR/EP's liability for works certified during tenure shall survive cancellation for a minimum period of five years. Civil and criminal liability under applicable law shall remain wholly unaffected by the cancellation."

3. Insertion of new Forms: (1) After Form VII, the following Forms VII-A, VII-B, VII-C and VII-D shall be inserted, namely:-

"FORM VII-A

[See Appendix-IA clause (21.2)]

SHOW CAUSE NOTICE TO EMPANELLED PROFESSIONAL

Ref. No.: _________________ Date: _________________ To,

(Name of EP)

Empanelment Registration Number: ____________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________ Sub: Show Cause Notice under Disciplinary Proceedings Rules29 Sir / Madam,

It has come to the notice of this Authority that you have committed the following violation in the discharge of your responsibilities as an Empanelled Professional in connection with the project/building specified hereunder. You are hereby directed to show cause in writing within ________ days from the date of receipt of this Notice why disciplinary action should not be taken against you. Failure to respond within the stipulated period shall result in ex-parte proceedings.

Project Reference / Building License No.: ____________________________________________________________

Details of alleged violation: ____________________________________________________________

(Signature) Disciplinary Authority Failure to respond shall result in ex-parte action.

FORM VII- B

[See Appendix-IA clause (21.3)]

ORDER OF INTERIM SUSPENSION OF EMPANELLED PROFESSIONAL Ref. No.: _________________ Date: _________________

Name and Empanelment Registration Number of EP: ____________________________________________________________

Whereas prima facie evidence indicates a serious violation involving public safety risk / false certification / major structural defect, and whereas it is necessary in the public interest to act pending inquiry — the empanelment of the above-named EP is hereby suspended with immediate effect.

Effective Date: ____________________________________________________________ Duration of Suspension (subject to review within 90 days): ____________________________________________________________

The EP shall forthwith cease to undertake any empanelled functions under these Bye-Laws during the period of suspension.

(Signature) Disciplinary Authority / Technical Appraisal Committee30

FORM VII-C

[See Appendix-IA clause 23]

FINAL ORDER OF THE DISCIPLINARY AUTHORITY

Ref. No.: _________________ Date: _________________ In the matter of disciplinary proceedings against: (Name and Empanelment Registration Number)

This Authority, having examined the Show Cause Notice, the reply if any submitted by the EP, the Committee report, and the evidence produced during proceedings, hereby records the following findings and imposes the penalty specified below.

Findings: ____________________________________________________________ Penalty imposed: ____________________________________________________________ The above penalty shall take effect from the date of communication of this order. The EP is informed that the right to prefer an appeal against this order lies before the Commissioner / Appellate Authority within thirty days of receipt.

(Signature) Disciplinary Authority

FORM VII-D

[See Appendix-IA clause 18]

APPEAL MEMORENDUM – EMPANELLED PROFESSIONAL

Before the Municipal Commissioner / Chief Officer / Appellate Authority designated under the Bye-Laws

Name of Empanelled Professional: ____________________________________________________________ Empanelment Registration Number: ____________________________________________________________ Address for Communication: ____________________________________________________________ Reference Number and Date of Order Challenged: ____________________________________________________________ Nature of Penalty Imposed: ____________________________________________________________ Grounds of Appeal:

(State herein the specific findings of fact or conclusions of law in the impugned order that are being challenged, and the reasons for which the appellant contends that the order is erroneous and liable to be set aside or modified.)

Relief Sought:

The appellant respectfully prays that the Appellate Authority be pleased to set aside / modify the impugned order and pass such other orders as may be just and proper.

Supporting documents enclosed: ____________________________________________________________ Signature of Appellant: _______________________ Date: _______________ (2) After Form X , the following Forms X- A, X-B, X-C , X-D and X-D shall be inserted, namely:-

"FORM X-A

INSPECTION BEFORE COMMENCEMENT BY EMPANELLED PROFESSIONALS PART A: APPLICANT & PROFESSIONAL DETAILS

PART B: PARTICULARS OF PLOT & BUILDING

PART C : CHECKLIST — BEFORE COMMENCEMENT OF WORK

PART D : DEVIATIONS/VIOLATIONS, DISCREPANCY REPORT

Details of rectification proposed, if any:

Action Recommended:

☐ Work may proceed to next stage

☐ Rectification required before proceeding

☐ Stop-work notice recommended.

PART E: CERTIFICATION BY EMPANELLED PROFESSIONAL

I have personally inspected the site before commencement on ________________ date. I certify that plot boundaries conform to the approved plan and no violation in building line or buffer zone is observed and required NOCs are obtained from the concerned departments.

Empanelled Professional (EP)

Signature: ____________________ Name: Empanelment Reg. No.: Date: Seal:

Acceptance of Report by PoR and Applicant

PART F: RECEIPT OF REPORT BY URBAN LOCAL BODY:

FORM X-B

INSPECTION DURING FOUNDATION STAGE

PART A: APPLICANT & PROFESSIONAL DETAILS

PART B: PARTICULARS OF PLOT & BUILDING

PART C : CHECKLIST — FOUNDATION LEVEL

PART D : DEVIATIONS/VIOLATIONS, DISCREPANCY REPORT

Details of rectification proposed, if any:

Action Recommended:

☐ Work may proceed to next stage

☐ Rectification required before proceeding

☐ Stop-work notice recommended.

PART E: FEE PAYMENT STRUCTURE

PART F : CERTIFICATION BY EMPANELLED PROFESSIONAL

I have personally inspected the site before commencement and after foundation works on ________________ date. I certify that excavation, reinforcement, concreting, backfilling, and documentation are executed at the foundation stage as per approved structural drawings and applicable standards. Construction may have proceeded.

Empanelled Professional (EP)

Signature: ____________________ Name: Empanelment Reg. No.: Date: Seal:

Acceptance of Report by PoR and Applicant

PART G : RECEIPT OF REPORT BY URBAN LOCAL BODY :

FORM X- C

INSPECTION DURING PLINTH LEVEL

PART A: APPLICANT & PROFESSIONAL DETAILS

PART B : CHECKLIST — PLINTH LEVEL

PART C:DEVIATIONS. /VIOLATIONS, DISCREPANCY & ACTION

☐ No deviation/ Violations found at this stage.

☐ Deviation/Violations found — details recorded in checklist and noted below.

If Deviation/Violation s Found:

Details of discrepancy in each drawing / component:

Details of rectification proposed, if any:

Action Recommended:

☐ Work may proceed to next stage

☐ Rectification required before proceeding

☐ Stop-work notice recommended

☐ Report to Disciplinary Authority

PART D: FEE PAYMENT STRUCTURE

PART E : CERTIFICATION BY EMPANELLED PROFESSIONAL

I have personally inspected the construction at plinth level on ________________ date and certify that the plinth location, levels, setbacks, and dimensions confirm to the approved plan and applicable Building Bye-Laws. Construction may proceed to the superstructure.

Empanelled Professional (EP)

Signature: ____________________ Name: Empanelment Reg. No.: Date: Seal:

Acceptance of Report by PoR and Applicant

PART G: RECEIPT OF REPORT BY URBAN LOCAL BODY:

FORM X-D

STRUCTURAL FRAMEWORK & FLOOR-WISE INSPECTION

PART A: APPLICANT & PROFESSIONAL DETAILS

PART B: INSPECTION DETAILS

Noting of Site Inspection (observations by EP):

PART C : CHECKLIST — STRUCTURAL FRAMEWORK

PART D: FLOOR-WISE PROGRESS

PART E: DEVIATION/VIOLATIONS, DISCREPANCY & ACTION

☐ No deviation/violations found at this stage.

☐ Deviation/Violations found — details recorded in checklist and noted below.

If Deviations Found:

Details of discrepancy in each drawing / component:

Details of rectification proposed, if any:

Action Recommended:

☐ Work may proceed to next stage

☐ Rectification required before proceeding

☐ Stop-work notice recommended

☐ Report to Disciplinary Authority

PART F: FEE PAYMENT STRUCTURE

PART G: CERTIFICATION BY EMPANELLED PROFESSIONAL (certification at each floor should be submitted)

I have inspected the structural framework and floor-wise construction on

________________ date. I certify that columns, beams, slabs, and floor layouts are executed as per approved structural and architectural drawings. Material test certificates and structural safety certificates have been verified. Construction may proceed.

Empanelled Professional (EP)

Signature: ____________________ Name: Empanelment Reg. No.: Date: Seal:

ACCEPTANCE of REPORT by PoR and Applicant

PART H : RECEIPT OF REPORT BY URBAN LOCAL BODY :

FORM X-E

FINAL INSPECTION AND COMPLETION /OCCUPANCY CERTIFICATE PART A: APPLICANT & PROFESSIONAL DETAILS

PART – C Scrutiny Check-list for issue of Occupancy/ Completion Certificate.

PART D: DEVIATION/VIOLATIONS, DISCREPANCY & ACTION

☐ No deviations/ Violation found at this stage.

☐ Deviations/ Violation found — details recorded in checklist and noted below.

If Deviation/Violations Found:

Details of discrepancy in each drawing / component:

Details of rectification proposed, if any :

Action Recommended:

☐ Work may proceed to next stage

☐ Rectification required before proceeding

☐ Stop-work notice recommended

☐ Report to Disciplinary Authority

PART E: FEE PAYMENT STRUCTURE

PART F: CERTIFICATION BY EMPANELLED PROFESSIONAL I have verified that all stage-wise certifications are completed, all license conditions and NOCs are complied with, all deviations have been rectified, and the building is completed as per the sanctioned plan / is fit for occupation. I recommend issuance of the Certificate of completion / Occupancy Certificate by the Competent Authority.

Empanelled Professional (EP)

Signature: ____________________ Name: Empanelment Reg. No.: Date: Seal:

ACCEPTANCE of REPORT by PoR and Applicant47

PART G: RECEIPT OF REPORT BY URBAN LOCAL BODY :

" (3) After Form XVI, the following Forms XVII and XVIII shall be inserted, namely:-

"FORM – XVII

(See Appendix- IA)

AFFIDAVIT

Letter of Consent / Declaration by Professional on Record/ Empanelled professional (FOR URBAN LOCAL BODY)

I, Mr./Ms. _____________________________________, S/o / D/o / C/o ___________________________________, residing at ___________________, holding Aadhaar No. (enter last 4 digit of Aadhar) __ __ __ __, I do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as follows:

1. I am ____________________________________ (Diploma/degree holder). I am registered with

the

body ________________________________________ having Empanelment/Registration No. ___________________ and qualified to practice professionally. I am applying for registration as a PoR/EP in ______________________________________(Name of Urban Local Body) and is qualified to practice professionally.

2. I am fully aware of the Building Byelaws, Zonal Regulations, Master Plan provisions, Acts, Codes, Guidelines, Circulars, and Orders applicable to building construction in the said area, and I undertake to ensure that the design and plans submitted are in compliance with the same.

3. I will be responsible for any lawsuits arising out of non-compliance in the drawings prepared by me/construction supervised by me and any such role limited to the role and scope of my services with the requirements under the Building Regulations, Master Plan Zoning48 Regulations and all other Acts, Rules and Regulations applicable to the construction of buildings.

4. I will fully cooperate with ______________________________________(Name of Urban Local Body) and other concerned authorities in all matters relating to the project, including inspections, site visits and other matters.

5. I will act professionally and ethically in all my businesses / transactions and will not engage in any illegal activities.

I understand that violation of any Act/Rule/Order/Condition may result in cancellation/disqualification. All the information I have provided is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Declarer Date: (Name) Place:

(Signature)

FORM –XVIII

(See Appendix- IA)

AFFIDAVIT DECLARATION / UNDERTAKING BY PROFESSIONAL ON RECORD (PoR) / Empanelled Professional

(For Building License Application) I, Mr./Ms. , S/o / D/o / C/o , residing at , holding Aadhaar No. <….......>, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as follows:

1. Professional Credentials: I am a duly qualified and registered Architect / Civil Engineer / Structural Engineer / Supervisor, enrolled under the provisions of the in accordance with the applicable Acts, Rules, Regulations, and Circulars in force. I hold valid registration/empanelment with the said Urban Local Body (ULB) to provide professional services within its jurisdiction.

2. Scope of Engagement: I have been engaged as the Empanelled Professional (EP)/Professional on Record (PoR) for the building project pertaining to Application No. <_________>, situated at within the limits of , . My role at this stage is limited to design, preparation, and submission of the building plan in conformity with applicable building rules, byelaws, and zoning regulations.

3. Awareness of Legal Framework: I am fully aware of the Building Byelaws, Zonal Regulations, Master Plan provisions, Acts, Codes, Guidelines, Circulars, and Orders applicable to building construction in the said area, and I undertake to ensure that the design and plans submitted are in compliance with the same.

4. Responsibility and Limitation of Liability: My professional responsibility, at the time of this declaration in Form-XVIII, is limited to the design and documentation phase. I shall not be held responsible for any deviation or non-compliance during execution of the work on-site, which shall remain the sole responsibility of the Applicant / Owner and the EP/PoR for Supervision (if separately appointed).

R.N.I. No. KARBIL/2001/47147 POSTAL REGN. No. RNP/KA/BGS/2202/2017-19

Licensed to post without prepayment WPP No. 29749 5. Cooperation with Authority: I shall fully cooperate with the Urban Local Body and other competent authorities during inspections, site visits, clarifications, or any matter connected with this project.

6. Professional Conduct: I undertake to act professionally, ethically, and lawfully in all dealings related to this project. I shall not engage in any activity that constitutes professional misconduct or violation of statutory provisions.

7. Accountability: I accept that any false declaration, misrepresentation, or failure to comply with the applicable Rules, Regulations, or professional ethics may result in suspension, cancellation, or blacklisting of my registration and disqualification from practice as a EP/PoR, in addition to any legal action as may be applicable.

8. Truthfulness and Voluntary Declaration: I affirm that the particulars furnished above are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that this affidavit is executed voluntarily, without coercion, for the purpose of record and submission before the competent authority.

Signed and executed on this ____ day of __________, 20___ at __________. Place: ____________________ Date: ____________________

Signature of the Deponent / Declarant (Name in Full) (Designation: Architect / Engineer / Supervisor etc) (Registration No. and Authority) (Address)

WITNESSES: 1. ____________________________ (Signature & Name) 2. ____________________________ (Signature & Name)

Sworn and signed before me at ___________ on this ____ day of ___________, 20___, after the contents were read over and explained to the deponent who admitted the same to be true and correct.

(Name and Signature of Advocate / Notary Public) Seal / Stamp"

By order and in the name of the Governor of Karnataka

(NAGESH K.) Under Secretary to Government Urban Development Department (Corporations – 2)

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