Change of Land Use (CLU) for Warehouses – Agriculture, Retail, Cold Chain & Logistics
Constructing warehouses—whether for agricultural produce, retail storage, cold chain logistics, truck parking, or general godowns—on land categorized for non-commercial or agricultural purposes requires mandatory Change of Land Use (CLU) approval. This legal step ensures your facility complies with planning and zoning laws, promoting organized infrastructure growth.
Whether you are developing a cold storage facility, a large-scale logistics hub, or a rural warehouse for crop storage, CLU approval is essential. Our legal experts simplify the process—from land feasibility and layout preparation to securing the final CLU certificate—so your operations begin without delays or legal issues.
Policy for Setting Up Warehouses in Agriculture Zone
The warehousing activity shall mean integrated Inland Container Depots/Custom Bounded Areas, Warehouse for Agro Produces/Grain Godowns, Gas godown, Warehouse other than agriculture produces.
Above activities will be allowed in the Agriculture Zone as well as in the Industrial Zones.
Zone-wise Area & Approach Norms
| Category | Hyper Potential Zone | High Potential Zone | Medium Potential Zone | Low Potential Zone | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area(in acres) | Approach (minimum) | Area (in acres) | Approach (minimum) | Area (in acres) | Approach (minimum) | Area (in acres) | Approach (minimum) | |
| Integrated Inland Container Depots/Custom Bounded Areas | 50 | 60-feet (18 mtrs) | 50 | 60-feet (18 mtrs) | 25 | 60-feet (18 mtrs) | 10 | 60-feet (18 mtrs) |
| Warehouse other than agricultural produces | 5 | 60-feet (18 mtrs) | 5 | 60-feet (18 mtrs) | 2 | 60-feet (18 mtrs) | 2 | 60-feet (18 mtrs) |
| Warehouse for agro produces/grain godowns | 2 | 33-feet (10 mtrs) | 2 | 33-feet (10 mtrs) | 2 | 33-feet (10 mtrs) | 2 | 33-feet (10 mtrs) |
| Gas Godown | 0.18 | 33-feet (10 mtrs) | 0.18 | 33-feet (10 mtrs) | 0.18 | 33-feet (10 mtrs) | 0.18 | 33-feet (10 mtrs) |
The FAR allowed for warehouses is 75%. 5% of the total permissible area will be reserved for offices, essential watch & ward staff residences.
Setback of 6-metre all-round in case of warehouses for agro produces/grain godowns, 9-metre for warehouses other than Agriculture Produces and 15 metres for Integrated Inland Container Depots/Custom Bounded Areas should be provided.
15% of the site area shall be reserved for idle parking. To avoid nuisance to the vehicular traffic, no idle parking will be made on the approach road.
Minimum Area Norms for Building Plan Approval
| Plot Area | Permissible Covered Area |
|---|---|
| Upto 2 acre | 25% of Permissible covered area |
| Above 2 acre upto 5 acres | 20% of Permissible covered area |
| Above 5 acres upto 10 acres | 15% of Permissible covered area |
| Above 10 acres | 10% of Permissible covered area |
Legal Compliance & CLU Approval Process for Warehousing & Logistics Facilities
The CLU process for warehouses involves zoning validation, layout plan submission, environmental and utility clearances, and adherence to safety and infrastructure norms. Each step must align with regulatory frameworks to ensure a smooth approval and construction process.
- CLU Application for Warehousing Use
- Zoning Classification & Land Category Conversion
- Environmental Impact & Fire Safety Clearance
- Submission of Warehouse Layout Plans
- Road Connectivity & Access Approval
- Power Supply & Water Availability Verification
- Approval from Agricultural & Urban Authorities
- Public Notification & Objection Handling
- Final Departmental Inspection & NOC Issuance
- Title Ownership & Legal Land Verification
- End-to-End CLU Legal Assistance
Running a warehouse without the appropriate CLU clearance can result in penalties, project halts, or legal actions. We make sure your project adheres to all land use norms from day one.
Securing CLU approval for warehouses is crucial to align with zoning regulations, especially for logistics, storage, and cold chain facilities. Our legal team ensures your land is lawfully converted for warehouse use—streamlining approvals and eliminating compliance risks.
Our team supports you with a full suite of services, including land documentation, layout submissions, inter-department coordination, and obtaining final CLU certification—whether your facility is agricultural, commercial, or hybrid.
Planning to build a warehouse for agriculture, cold chain, truck parking, or retail distribution? Our experts ensure that your CLU approvals are smooth, fast, and fully compliant.