If your building does not fully match the approved plan, the Andhra Pradesh government has opened a simple path to fix it.
It’s called the Building Penalisation Scheme (BPS).
This scheme allows property owners to regularize buildings that were constructed with plan deviations.
For many people, it’s a convenient chance to clean up their property records and move forward with complete documentation.
Here’s a simple guide to how it works.
What Is BPS?
The Building Penalisation Scheme (BPS) allows owners to regularize buildings that:
• were constructed without full building permission
• have extra floors
• differ slightly from the approved plan
If the building was constructed before August 31, 2025, it may qualify for regularization.
Once approved, the building becomes compliant with planning rules.
BPS Application Deadline
The current deadline for application is 12th March 2026.
Who Should Apply for BPS
You may consider applying if your building has:
• extra floors added later
• modifications from the approved building plan
• construction done without municipal permission earlier
An important point to note is, houses below 60 square yards (G+1) do not need to apply for BPS.
Documents Required for BPS Application
To apply for BPS, you will need the following documents:
• registered sale deed or ownership document
• encumbrance certificate from the sub-registrar
• market value certificate
• building plan
• site plan and drawings
• two recent photos of the building
• structural stability certificate from a licensed engineer
• indemnity bond
• consent letter for road widening (if applicable)
Most of these are standard property records, and are available on Landeed.
BPS Fees in Andhra Pradesh
The regularization fee depends on the size of the building and the type of violation.
Typical charges include:
Regularization fee
₹40 to ₹400 per square foot
Violation fine
₹20,000 to ₹80,000
Unauthorized floors
₹120 to ₹200 per square foot
These ranges are for reference, and the final amounts will be based on the building size and property market value.
Discounts Available Under BPS
Some buildings qualify for fee reductions.
• Buildings constructed before December 31, 1997 receive 25% reduction
• Residential buildings in notified slum areas receive 50% reduction
Buildings That Cannot Apply for BPS
Some properties are not eligible for regularization.
These include buildings constructed on:
• government land
• disputed property
• lakes, canals, or water bodies
• coastal regulation zones
• parking or open spaces in approved layouts
Buildings constructed after August 31, 2025 are also excluded.
Step-by-Step: How to Apply for BPS
The application process usually involves four steps.
Step 1 - Collect property documents
Gather ownership documents, building plans, and certificates.
Step 2 - Prepare technical drawings
Licensed professionals prepare site plans and deviation drawings.
Step 3 - Submit the online application
Applications are submitted on the official BPS portal.
Step 4 - Pay the regularization fee
Once approved, the penalty fee is paid online.
After that, the building receives the regularization order.
A Simpler Way to Apply for BPS
Many property owners prefer getting help with the process because it involves technical drawings and document preparation.
Landeed helps property owners handle the entire workflow, including:
• collecting the required property documents
• preparing the BPS application
• submitting the application online
• and tracking the approval
Instead of visiting multiple offices, the process can usually be completed from one place.
👉 Apply for BPS through Landeed
Final Thought
For many buildings, BPS is simply an opportunity to bring property records and the actual structure into alignment.
Once regularized, everything becomes cleaner on paper.
And property transactions later become much easier.
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