submit an application for land conversion to the relevant local revenue department or urban development authority

2)If approved, a conversion order will be issued, and the landowner will need to pay the conversion fees. 

1. Land Conversion – Apply for conversion of agricultural land to non-agricultural (NA) use under Section 95 of the Karnataka Land Revenue Act. This is done with the Deputy Commissioner/Assistant Commissioner.

2. Building Permissions – Obtain approval/regularisation for house and godown construction from the local Panchayat/Authority (if not already taken).

3. Essential Records – Keep RTC, mutation extracts, conversion order (once obtained), khata certificate, tax paid receipts, and building plan approvals.

Right now apply for land conversion and then get building approval/regularisation. That way, in future, you won’t face legal or resale issues.

To convert agricultural land to non-agricultural (NA) use in Karnataka, you need to apply to the Revenue Department's commissioner, mentioning the reason for conversion and providing details about the land and its current use. The process involves submitting an application with supporting documents, followed by verification and approval from the Deputy Commissioner (DC) or Collector. The final step is obtaining a Conversion Certificate. 

You are required to keep all the requisite documents.

This typically includes:

Certified copies of land records (RTC, Pahani, etc.).

Certified copies of the land map.

Details of the land, including extent, soil type, and current crops.

Copies of any mortgages on the land.

A self-affidavit stating the reason for conversion and other relevant details.

You have to just convert the land hot residential purpose from agricultural purpose. You still can pay the penal charges and get it regularised 

You need to inquire the charges at the land department of your jurisdiction. For changing name of your father all legal heir should consent 

Local lawyer can guide as to conversion charges 

On grand father demise your grand mother ,your father ,his siblings are legal heirs 

You need your aunt signature to enter your father name in revenue records 

you have to give her equal  share in property 

1. Penalty for Land Conversion

• ₹1 lakh fine only (recently reduced)

• Apply under Section 95 immediately

2. 8-Acre Coffee Estate Documents

Beyond RTC, you need:

• Title Deed

• Property Tax Receipts

• Coffee Board Registration

• Survey Map

3. Transfer 2-Acre from Grandfather

Without sister's signature:

• File Partition Suit in court

• Get Legal Heir Certificate from Tahsildar

1. A land owner is entitled to erect farm-buildings and dwelling houses for agriculturists and their labourers, construct wells or tanks, or make any other improvements thereon for the better cultivation of the land or its more convenient occupation for the purposes aforesaid. Any change of land without permission attracts penalty in the  nature of fine.

For conversion, registered owner needs to apply to the Deputy Commissioner, on receipt of such application,
shall at once furnish the applicant with a written acknowledgement
of its receipt, and, after inquiry, either grant or refuse the same,
but if the applicant receives no answer within three months from
the date of the said acknowledgement, the Deputy Commissioner's
permission may be deemed to have been granted. Unless the
Deputy Commissioner shall, in particular instances, otherwise
direct, no such application shall be recognized, except it be made
by the registered occupant.

3. charges differ from region to region and for land type of land conversion. Apart from fixed charges, you need to pay certain percentage of land value. 

The penal charges, if applicable, would be informed by the authorities concerned hence it may not be predictable.

You are required to keep all the relevant documents as mentioned in my previous post.

To transfer the land revenue records from the deceased person's name to legal heirs name they have to submit an application jointly before the authorities concerned.

- You can apply in the office of Revenue Department or Collector office for moving an application for converting the land

- The following documents needed with the application 

• Land ownership documents (RTC/Pahani, title deed)

• Encumbrance certificate

• Mutation records

• Aadhaar / PAN of the owner

• Tax receipts

• Survey map

• NOC from local Gram Panchayat/Municipality 

For the 1 acre coffee estate where you cleared land and built structures (home, godown, compound wall) without land conversion:

• You are required to convert agricultural land to non-agricultural/residential use before constructing buildings. This process is called DC Conversion and is mandated under the Karnataka Land Revenue Act.

• If conversion was not done, you should apply immediately at the District Revenue Office (DC office or Tahsildar) for land conversion. This involves completing the prescribed application, providing your RTC (Record of Rights), proof of ownership, layout plan of land use, and clearing all pending dues.

• Penalties for non-conversion can include fines, demolition orders, and confiscation of property if detected. Penal charges/regularization fees vary by district and zone but usually consist of a conversion fee (approx. ₹100–₹500 per sq.metre, check locally), plus penalty/fine for unauthorized use. The official conversion fee schedule is available on the Bhoomi portal and DC office, but expect a range of several thousand to over ₹1 lakh, depending on area and local rates.

For any coffee estate (including 8 acre and 2 acre properties):

• The essential legal documents are:

  • RTC (Record of Rights, Tenancy and Crops) for each survey number

  • Khata certificate and extract (reflecting up-to-date ownership and assessment)

  • Mutation Entry (reflecting latest ownership after transfer/inheritance)

  • Land Possession Certificate if multiple names appear on RTC, endorsed by Revenue authorities

  • Aadhaar/ID proof, agricultural income certificates (for loans/subsidies), relevant government registration (e.g., Coffee Board registration)

For the 2 acre estate in your grandfather’s RTC:

• To transfer RTC from your grandfather to your father's name, revenue authorities require succession evidence. Signature of all legal heirs—including your father’s sister—is generally necessary unless a registered relinquishment deed/release deed is executed by non-cooperating heirs.

• If they do not come forward, you or your father may apply to the Revenue Office with the grandfather's death certificate, family tree/genealogy certificate (get this online via Nadakacheri portal), documents showing succession, and file an affidavit stating efforts made.

• If a legal heir does not cooperate, you may pursue mutation by legal process or file a partition suit to declare and update ownership.

To avoid future problems:

• Regularize land conversion immediately for built-up areas.

• Keep all RTC, mutation, Khata, possession certificates, and tax receipts updated.

• Get all family members’ cooperation for succession/mutation; if not possible, take legal action for declaration or partition.

If you require help with documentation, applications, or understanding penalties/fees, consult a local property lawyer or revenue advisor. Acting early avoids major legal issues later, especially for loans, sale, or government inspections.

For 1 Acre Coffee Estate (40 cents house/godown built)

You need land conversion before DC office.

Pay conversion fee (10% of guidance value) + penalty (~₹1–3 lakhs approx. for 40 cents).

This will regularise the property.

For 8 Acres Coffee Estate (in father’s name)

Keep updated: RTC, Mutation Extract, EC, tax receipts, survey map, family tree, Coffee Board registration.

These ensure clear title.

For 2 Acres (in grandfather’s name)

Mutation needs NOC/relinquishment deed from your father’s sister.

If she won’t cooperate, file partition/succession suit and use decree for mutation.

In short: Convert 40 cents, maintain records for 8 acres, and either get NOC or go to court for 2 acres.