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Telangana Regulations11 min read•July 24, 2026

GO Ms 111 Water Body Buffer Zones: Lake Catchment Building Regulations in Hyderabad

Spoken by: AGNAA Regulatory Compliance Team
Primary Reference: Government of Telangana GO Ms No. 111 & TSPCB Guidelines
Direct Answer (AGNAA Engineering Standard)

GO Ms 111 is a environmental protection order issued to safeguard the catchment areas of Himayat Sagar and Osman Sagar lakes. It enforces a 375m buffer from Full Tank Level (FTL) where heavy commercial construction is restricted. AGNAA Design Studio evaluates plot coordinates against HMDA GIS maps to ensure zero legal complications.

Executive Key Takeaways

  • GO 111 protects 84 villages across a 10 km radius around Himayat Sagar and Osman Sagar.
  • Mandatory 375m buffer distance enforced from lake Full Tank Level (FTL).
  • Only low-density eco-friendly residential housing or green nurseries are permitted in buffer zones.
  • TSPCB & HMDA NOCs are mandatory before commencing construction near water bodies.
  • HMDA GIS boundary verification protects buyers against illegal plot purchases.


Environmental compliance is mandatory when acquiring land in West Hyderabad. At AGNAA Design Studio, we audit plot survey numbers against GO Ms 111 lake buffer zones to ensure 100% legal security.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is construction allowed on land falling under GO 111 catchment areas?

Commercial and heavy industrial developments are strictly prohibited. Low-density residential structures with high green coverage may be permitted subject to specialized HMDA/TSPCB clearances.

How do I check if my plot falls within the GO 111 buffer zone?

AGNAA verifies plot survey numbers against official HMDA Master Plan 2031 GIS maps and Irrigation Department FTL boundary markers.

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