Andhra Pradesh brings in new rules for regulating land use in State
The Andhra Pradesh government has introduced the Common Zoning Regulations, 2026, to standardize land use and urban development across the state. The new framework replaces legacy systems with nine categories and a negative-list approach to balance growth with safety and environmental protection.
Why it matters
This regulatory shift aims to streamline urban planning and infrastructure development, impacting future real estate and industrial growth in the state.
The Andhra Pradesh government has notified the Common Zoning Regulations, 2026, introducing a uniform, rule-based framework for regulating land use and urban development across the State.
The new regulations supersede those issued through G.O.Ms.No.216, Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department, dated October 22, 2025. They will apply to Master Plans, Zonal Development Plans and General Town Planning Schemes across the State, except the capital city area.
According to a release from the department of Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAUD), the regulations are expected to support planned urban expansion while balancing economic growth with public safety, environmental protection and the long-term development needs of cities and towns.
The regulations replace multiple legacy zoning frameworks with nine standard land-use categories and adopting a zone-wise negative-list approach, under which compatible activities can be considered unless they are specifically prohibited.
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