Compliance and Enforcement Division

Overview

The Compliance and Enforcement Division of Thimphu Thromde ensures adherence to laws, regulations, and policies. It is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance in various sectors, including waste management, construction, and environmental standards, to maintain public order and safety within the city.

Mandates

Ensure planned development in compliance to Thimphu Structure Plan, Development Control Regulation (DCR) and other relevant regulations.
Issuance of development/building/demolition permits within Thimphu Thromde.
Uphold Traditional Bhutanese Architecture.
Promote safe and habitable built environment.
Inspection/monitoring of the developments to ensure compliance as per approved drawings.
Deliver effective public services (building valuations/queries/conflicts) with regard to building and related isuses.
Monitor unauthorised constructions, squatter settlements and encroachment on state land.
Facilitate commercial activities within Thromde in line with DCR.
Study/review/improve and develop guidelines in accordance to the emerging developments/issues.

Organisation of CoED

The Organization of CoED (City of Environmental Development) focuses on managing and implementing environmental policies, sustainability initiatives, and urban development projects within Thimphu Thromde. It ensures the efficient functioning of divisions related to waste management, green spaces, pollution control, and urban planning to promote a clean and sustainable city environment.

Services Delivered by Approval Unit

Approvals for Major Drawings (more than one storied structures/building).
Approvals for minor drawings (single storey structures).
Approvals for revised drawings for on-going constructions/approved drawings.
Approvals for horizontal & vertical extension of existing buildings.
Approvals for retaining walls, roof extensions, major renovations, other miscellaneous applications.
Renewal of approval letters.
Develop guidelines & improve/propose amendments in the regulations.
Public awareness/clarifications on rules, guidelines, etc.
Issuance of location Clearance for business setups.

Services Delivered by Inspection and Monitoring Section

Inspection of ongoing construction sites.
- Major construction work
- Minor construction work
- Renovation work
Issuance/renewal of occupancy certificates.
Valuation of properties ( building /flat ) for transactions & and other purposes.
Issuance of minor approvals (internal renovation works, boundary wall, etc).
Monitoring unauthorized constructions, illegal settlements and encroahment into state land.
Resolving/attending various issues/complaints related to building ,drainage, encroachments,etc.