Chennai Corporation to Enforce Stricter Rules on Construction Pollution

The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has proposed new regulations to control pollution caused by construction activities in the city. The draft guidelines outline strict measures and penalties ranging from ₹30,000 to ₹5 lakh for violations, with a 15-day window for corrective actions.

The violations have been categorized into high, medium, and low significance, with site inspections planned to ensure compliance. Projects failing to follow the norms could face suspension.

Key regulations include:

Mandatory barricading around construction sites

Covering structures with protective fabric

Use of anti-smog guns to control dust

Strict ban on debris dumping on public roads

Builders and residents can provide feedback on the proposed rules by emailing [email protected] within 30 days.

For more details, visit the Chennai Corporation website: https://chennaicorporation.gov.in/gcc/.