Real Estate & Property

The Role of RAJUK and Municipal Authorities in Apartment Development

August 30, 2026 By Advocate Md. Zahid Chowdhury 6 Min Read
The Role of RAJUK and Municipal Authorities in Apartment Development
Key Legal Highlights

Practical corporate advice from Supreme Court practitioners. Always consult legal counsel before signing founder equity schedules, RJSC filings, or commercial agreements.

Rajdhani Unnayan Kartripakkha Ordinance RAJUK is the primary planning authority for Dhaka city, responsible for approving real estate development projects, issuing building permits, and enforcing urban planning laws like the .

Similarly, city corporations oversee municipal areas outside Dhaka. Before purchasing, buyers must confirm that the developer has obtained all necessary approvals, including environmental clearance and fire safety certificates.

Buying apartments without proper municipal or RAJUK approval is risky, as such projects may be demolished or deemed illegal.

Buyers can check project status through RAJUK’s public portal or request documents from developers.

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Adv. Zahid Chowdhury
Advocate Md. Zahid Chowdhury Head of Chamber | Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh

Specializing in corporate governance, commercial contract litigation, and High Court writ matters. Standing Committee Member at DCCI.