Factory License & Building Plan Approval
Comply with statutory manufacturing safety regulations under the Factories Act, 1948. SNB Consultancy assists manufacturing units, industrial plants, and processing facilities in obtaining Factory Building Plan Approvals, DISH registrations, and annual Factory Licenses.
The Factories Act, 1948 mandates that any manufacturing facility employing 10 or more workers with power (or 20 or more workers without power) must obtain prior building plan approval and a Factory License before commencing production.
Our Factory Licensing Services Include:
- Factory Building Plan Approval drafting & submission to Chief Inspector of Factories / DISH
- Machinery flow diagram and horsepower (HP) load calculation documentation
- Structural Stability Certificate coordination with Chartered Structural Engineers
- No Objection Certificates (NOC) from Fire Department and Pollution Control Board (CTO)
- Fresh Factory License issuance, annual renewal, and worker strength expansion filings
Who Requires a Factory License in India?
Under Section 2(m) of the Factories Act, 1948, a premise is classified as a factory if:
- With Power: 10 or more workers are employed in any manufacturing process using power.
- Without Power: 20 or more workers are employed in any manufacturing process without using power.
Factory Licensing Process & Approval Stages
| Stage | Regulatory Approval | Key Document / Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Site & Plan Approval | Prior approval of factory building plans & machinery layout | Chief Inspector of Factories / DISH site clearance. |
| Stage 2: Pre-Commissioning NOCs | Fire safety NOC & Pollution Control Consent to Operate (CTO) | State Fire Services & State Pollution Control Board. |
| Stage 3: License Grant | Final Factory License grant based on HP & max worker strength | Form 4 / Form 5 Factory License Certificate. |
Documents Required for Factory License
- Land & Building Proof: Land ownership deed, lease agreement, and MIDC / GIDC / Industrial plot allotment letter.
- Approved Building Plans: Scaled architectural plans showing emergency exits, ventilation, sanitation facilities, and machinery placement.
- Structural Stability Certificate: Signed by a recognized Competent Person / Structural Auditor.
- Machinery & Power Details: Complete list of machinery, connected electrical load in HP / kW, and process flow chart.
- Pollution & Fire Clearances: SPCB Consent to Establish (CTE) / Consent to Operate (CTO) and Fire NOC.
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