Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Telangana HC: Occupancy Certificates Mandatory for Building Power
The Telangana High Court has said that if you want electricity for a building taller than about 33 feet, you must first get a certificate saying the building is safe and finished (occupancy certificate).
This is because some builders add extra floors without permission.
The court referenced a Supreme Court decision, making it clear that electricity companies should only connect power after the certificate is provided.
A homeowner tried to get electricity without the certificate, but the court sided with the need for the proper documentation.
Telangana High Court ruled occupancy certificates are now required for power to buildings over 10 meters.
The ruling references a Supreme Court judgment, solidifying the need for occupancy certificates.
A homeowner petitioned for power without an occupancy certificate after paying required fees.
TGSPDCL previously provided power without certificates, based on promises that were not fulfilled.
The court addressed unauthorized building expansions and the need for certificate compliance.
- Who
- Telangana High Court.
- What
- Telangana High Court ruled occupancy certificates are mandatory for power supply to certain buildings.
- When
- Not specified in the article.
- Where
- Hyderabad, Telangana.
- Why
- To ensure buildings meet safety standards and to curb unauthorized construction.
Homeowners/Builders
Telangana High Court/GHMC
Power Supply
Homeowners/Builders
Argue for power supply without immediate certificate submission.
Telangana High Court/GHMC
Ensure compliance with building regulations.
- Court
- Telangana High Court
- Requirement
- Occupancy Certificate
- Buildings Affected
- Buildings over 10 meters
- Petitioner
- Iproperty (house owner)
- Power Provider
- TGSPDCL
- Reference
- Supreme Court judgment