AP Government Announces Final Call for Unapproved Layout Regularisation Under Amended LRS

Quick Summary:

• The Andhra Pradesh government has introduced a final possibility for the regularisation of unapproved layouts and plots under an amended Layout Regularisation Scheme (LRS).
• Government Order (GO Ms. No. 134), issued on July 26, mandates applications from eligible plot owners to be submitted within 90 days of notification (starting July 26, 2025).
• Only plots with registered sale deeds/title deeds as of June 30, 2025, are eligible for regularisation. Incomplete applications from the earlier LRS phase will also be considered if required documents and dues are cleared.
• Over 14,000 unauthorised layouts spanning approximately 78,000 acres have been identified across the state.
• The amendment aims at legalising these layouts to ensure compliance with planning norms while improving civic service delivery and preventing revenue leakage.
• Applications will be processed within six months of submission; new applications can be submitted through the official portal from August 1: https://dtcp.ap.gov.in/LRS/
• Funds collected under LRS will exclusively support infrastructure development in Urban Local Bodies including roads,water lines,drains,street lighting,and civic facilities.

Indian Opinion analysis:

The amended Layout Regularisation Scheme reflects a proactive approach by the Andhra Pradesh government to address long-standing issues surrounding unauthorised layouts that have disrupted urban planning processes for years. By bridging gaps in legal compliance for plots registered before June 30, 2025-and reopening pending cases-the move is highly likely geared towards curbing systemic inefficiencies related to unregulated real estate growth.

The stipulated time-bound framework-90 days for request submission-introduces clarity and urgency into previously unresolved matters while ensuring engagement with citizens directly impacted by these amendments. Moreover, prioritising infrastructure upgrades using funds generated under LRS underscores a balanced strategy that aligns enforcement with public benefit.Although this initiative has potential benefits like improved civic amenities or streamlined urban planning frameworks across affected regions, its success depends heavily on efficient handling within bureaucratic timelines and inclusive stakeholder participation during implementation phases.