Approval Profile
Electrical Load Sanction
Permit
Pre-Fitout
Operating Licence Chain
UNVERIFIED
Overview
Approval for electrical load allocation and connection to the power distribution grid.
When Is This Required?
| Parameter | Condition | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Building Type |
in_list
Commercial,Industrial,Institutional,Mixed-Use,Hospital,Hotel,Data Centre,Factory |
Required |
| Required for commercial/industrial electrical connections from DPDC/DESCO/BPDB | ||
Required Evidence
Application Input
Supporting
Legal Basis
Electricity Act 2018 UNVERIFIED
Section Section 35 — Electrical Installation Safety
Building360 interpretation — not legal advice: The Electricity Act 2018 governs electrical safety requirements including load sanction and installation certification. The exact text requires verification.
Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC) 2020 UNVERIFIED
Section Part II, Section 3.8.4 — Permits from Other Agencies
The owner shall obtain permit as may be applicable from other concerned agencies relating to building, zoning, grades, sewers, water mains, plumbing, fire safety, signs, elevators and other utility services.
Building360 interpretation — not legal advice: Beyond the building construction permit, the owner must separately obtain permits from fire service, water supply, sewerage, and other utility agencies. This establishes the multi-agency approval framework.
Page 29Approval Details
Type
Permit
Issuing Authority
DPDC
Lifecycle Phase
Pre-Fitout
Validity
Permanent (subject to contract)
Applies To
All building types
Non-Inferable
Cannot be inferred from downstream certificates. Must be independently verified.
Requirements may vary by jurisdiction and project. Always confirm with the issuing authority.