Building Permit Requirements in the Philippines

1. Properly filled-up application forms duly signed and sealed by engineers concerned:

Building Permit Forms (5 copies)

Electrical Permit Forms (3 copies)

Sanitary Permit Forms (3 copies)

2. Five (5) complete sets of Detailed Plans

2. For construction of two-storey building:

Structural Design Analysis signed and sealed by Civil Engineer at every page

4. For construction of more than two-storey building:

Boring and Plate Load Test

Seismic Analysis

5. Proof of Property

Photocopy of Transfer Certificate if Title (TCT)

Photocopy of tax Declaration of Property-lot (Certified True Copy) 5 copies

Photocopy of Current Tax Receipt (5 copies)

6. If property is not registered under the name of the applicant:

Submit 5 copies of any of the following:

Contract of Lease

Contract of Sale

Affidavit of Consent of the Lot Owner for the construction of building/house

Deed of Absolute Sale

7. Permit Billboard (0.60 X 0.90 Plywood with the following contents):

 7. Bill of Materials and Specification (5 copies) signed and sealed by an engineer or an
architect at every page

7. Locational Clearance

7. Photocopy of PTR # and PRC license of all concerned engineers and architects

7. Clearance from the DPWH if the construction is located along National Highway

7. DOLE Clearance

Those are the usual application forms you need gather and prepare.

REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDING PERMIT

Barangay Clearance/Certification, Association Certificate, Consent of
owner, SPA.
Transfer Certificate of Title, Tax Declaration, Deed of Absolute
Sale, Waiver of Rights, Contract of Lot Award, DENR Tagging
Entry Pass/Stub.
Contract/Agreement (should include contract price) with general
contractor.
Contract/Agreement (should include contract price) with sub-
contractors for Electrical, Mechanical, Sanitary/Plumbing,
Elevators, And all other services required by the developer.
Fully accomplished application forms:
Building
Sanitary/Plumbing
Electrical
Mechanical
Fencing
5 Sets Of Building Plans And Specification
Location Plan, Site Development plan, Vicinity Map
Architectural Plans
Structural Plans
Sanitary/Plumbing
Electrical Plans
Mechanical Plans/Fire Protection Plan (ifApplicable)
3 Sets Of
Structural Design and Computations
Bill of Materials/Cost Estimates
Specification
 3 Large envelope w/ Folder, Faster And (1)Logbook
Others
Fire Safety Certificate Checklist
Location Clearance
Air Transport Office Clearance
DENR Environmental Compliance Certificate
LLDA - Laguna Lake Development Certificate

Note:
1. All Application Forms, plans, specification, design and
computation, bill of materials should be sign and sealed by duly
licensed CE, ARCH, SE, PEE, Master plumber, master
Electrician.

2. In case of large-scale Development subdivision, secure

Development permit form Saguniang Bayan.

3. Photo copy of PRC ID and PTR.

CHECKLIST OF BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Duly Accomplished Application Forms

( ) Building Permit (Form 1)

( ) Electrical Permit (Form 2)

( ) Sanitary Permit (Form 3)

( ) Mechanical Permit (Form 4)

If Applicant is the Registered Lot Owner

( ) Certified True Copy of Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT)

( ) Tax Declaration

( ) Current Real Property Tax Receipt

If Applicant is not the Registered Lot Owner

( ) Duly Notarized Copy of the Contract of Lease or

( ) Duly Notarized Copy of the Deed of Absolute Sale or

( ) Duly Notarized Copy of the Sale

Minimum of Five (5) Sets of Standard Plans and Specifications Prepared, Signed and Sealed

( ) By a Duly Licensed Architect or Civil Engineer

(Architectural or Structural Plans)

( ) By a Duly Licensed Sanitary Engineer or Master Plumber

(Plumbing or Sanitary Plans)

( ) By a Duly Licensed Professional Electrical Engineer

(Electrical Plans)

( ) By a Duly Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer

(Mechanical Plans)

Estimated Cost of the Project (Prepared, Signed and Sealed by a Duly Licensed Architect or
Engineer)

CHECKLIST OF OCCUPANCY PERMIT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Copy of the Approved Building Application Forms

( ) Building Permit

( ) Electrical Permit

( ) Sanitary Permit

( ) Mechanical Permit

Copy of the Approved Building Plans and Specifications

Copy of the Building Permit Fees and Fire Find Fee

Fire Completion Certificate for Industrial and Commercial Buildings

FUNCTION:

Initiate, review and recommend changes in policies and objectives, plans and program, techniques,
procedures and practices in infrastructure development and public works in general of the local government
unit concerned.

Advise the governor or mayor, as the case may be, on infrastructure, public works, and other engineering
matters.

Administer, coordinate, supervise and control the construction, maintenance, improvement and repair of
roads, bridges and other engineering and public works projects of the local government unit concerned.

Provide engineering services to the local government unit concerned, including investigation and survey,
engineering designs, feasibility studies and project management.

In the case of the provincial engineers, exercise technical supervision over all engineering offices of
component cities and municipalities.

SECURING A BUILDING PERMIT

ABOUT THE SERVICE

A BUILDING Permit is required prior to the construction, erection, alteration, major repair, or renovation or conversion
of any building/structure owned by government of private entities.

The permit becomes null and void if work does not commence within one year from the date of such permit, or if the
building or work is suspended or abandoned at any time after it has been commenced for a period of 120 days.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
 Application Forms (Building, Sanitary/Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical) - 4 copies.
Lot Plan with certification of a Geodetic Engineer (GE) that the proposed building will not encroach on adjoining
properties 4 copies.
Site Development Plan indicating the setback/yard distances at the front, sides and back with Perspective 4
copies.
Building Plans (Architectural, Structural, Sanitary/Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical) 4 sets.
Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates.
Specifications 3 copies.
Title of Property (Transfer Certificate of Title) 3 copies.
Deed of Sale/Lease Contract/Contract to Sell, if the TCT is not in the name
of
the owner/applicant 3 copies.
Latest Tax Declaration and Certificate of Real Property Tax Payment 4 copies.
Construction Logbook 1 piece.
Structural Design Computations with seismic analysis which conform to the latest NSCP for 2 storeys and above
or 1 storey with attic/mezzanine/roof deck/penthouse 2 copies.
Previous approved plan or permit in case of addition, alteration and renovation 2 copies.
Certification regarding structural stability of existing foundation in case of addition 2 copies.
Plate Load Test Analysis for 3 storeys of 2 storeys with attic /mezzanine/roof deck/penthouse
-2 copies.
Soil Boring Test Result for 4 storeys and above or 4 storeys with attic /mezzanine/roof deck/penthouse 2 copies.
Clearances from other government agencies exercising regulatory functions 2 copies. Such regulatory agencies
are:

City Planning and Development Office for zoning and land use of all types of building/structures.
Bureau of Fire Protection for all types of buildings/structures.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources for all commercial and industrial buildings.
Department of Health for health-hazard related buildings/structures.
Air Transportation Office for buildings/structures exceeding 45 meters in height.
Philippine Tourism Authority for tourist-oriented projects.
Department of Education for education buildings.
Energy Regulatory Board for gasoline stations.

To facilitate processing, please take note of the following before submitting the plans and other requirements above to
the CEO.

Requirement of the National Building Code

Requirements of the Referral Codes (Architectural Code, Philippine Electrical Code [PEC], Revised Plumbing Code,
Structural Code [NSCP], Mechanical Engineering Code [PSME])
Laws and City Ordinances affecting the design/project.
Compliance with BP 344 (Accessibility Law) should be indicated in detail on plans for commercial, institutional and
public buildings.
If setback/yard requirements are not met on the sides and at the back/rear then a Firewall (strictly no opening)
extending up to at least 1 meter from the roof level shall be provided. It shall be indicated on the site development
plan with owners conformity.
Grease Traps/Oil Separators shall be provided for hotels, restaurants, eateries, terminals, gasoline stations, auto
repair shops, bakeries and other similar establishments.
All revisions/additions made in the plans shall have an acknowledgement of the designer.
Special Power of Attorney shall be provided if the owner is not signatory in all application forms, plans and
documents.
All application forms and letters must be properly filled-up with all the necessary information available.
Forms and letters, Plans, Specifications, Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates and other pertinent documents must
be signed and sealed by the designer and signed by the owner.

FEE(S)

Please refer to the revised National Building Code.

HOW TO AVAIL OF THE SERVICE

 FOLLOW THESE STEPS IT WILL TAKE YOU PLEASE APPROACH

1. Secure and accomplish Building

Permit Application Forms
5 minutes Receiving Officer
Secure and accomplish building permit
application. Submit forms with the list of
requirements

2. Initial review of requirements

Average of 2 hours
and 30 minutes
Present the plans and the required Building Official Staff
supporting documents to any member of the
(Maximum of 4
Building Official Staff for initial verification of
hours)
the requirements.

3. Line and Grade Verification

Technical staff in-charge conducts site

inspection to establish and determine Geodetic Engineer or
setbacks and grades in relation to road lots, 1 day
Building Official Staff
property lines, streets or highways whether
existing or proposed, including road
widening and construction of various public
utilities and other infrastructure projects.

4. Evaluation and Assessment

Evaluation and assessment done by:

Civil Engineer Line and

Grade, Structural Plans and related
documents
Architect architectural plans
2 days Building Official Staff
and related documents
Sanitary Engineer/Master
Plumber plumbing/sanitary plans
and related documents
Mechanical Engineer
mechanical plans and related
documents
Electrical Engineer electrical plans
and related documents.

5. Inquiry on the Status of Application 2 days from receipt Building Official Staff
Inquire about the results of evaluation and
assessment after 2 days from submission of
requirements.
of documents
If there are no deficiencies, proceed to step
9.

6. Returned Plans and Documents

Get the plans and documents that need

correction. You will also be informed about 30 minutes Building Official Staff
lacking documents, if any.

7. Submit Lacking Documents/Corrected

Plans

Submit the lacking documents/corrected Based on

plans to any member of the Building Staff for applicants actions
review.

8. Review of Corrected Plans/Documents

The technical staff reviews the corrected 1 day Building Official Staff
plans and checks completeness of
documents.

9. Processing of Permits

Building Staff processes the plans and 2 days Building Official Staff
pertinent documents and prepares the Order
of Payment for final approval of the Building
Official.

10. Endorsement to Building Official for

Final Evaluation Issuance of Order of
Payment
2 days Building Official
If the documents are in order, the applicant
receives an Order of Payment stating the
fees to be paid.

12. Payment of Fees 30 minutes Cashier, City

 Proceed to the City Treasurers Office and
pay the requisite fees.
Treasurers Office
You will be issued an Official Receipt

13. Submit Official Receipt

10 minutes Building Official
Go back to the office of the Building Official
and submit your Official Receipt.

14. Approval of Permit

4 hours Building Official
Building Official approves the permit.

15.Release of Permit
30 minutes Releasing Clerk
The Building Permit is issued 4 hours after
submission of the Official Receipt.

SECURING OTHER BUILDING-RELATED PERMITS

ABOUT THE SERVICE

Aside from a building permit, the Office of the Building Official/City Engineers Office issues other permits that are
required before the renovation, construction or demolition of any structure. Office of issues other permits that are
required before the renovation, construction or demolition of any structure.

TYPES OF PERMITS AND REQUIREMENT(S)

ELECTRICAL PERMIT

This document is required before putting up new or additional, or altering electrical installations involving at least 20
outlets or a capacity of 4 Kw. For new buildings, this form as part of the requirements for a Building Permit
application.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Electrical Permit Application Form signed by a professional Electrical Engineer

2. Electrical Plans
3. Electrical Specifications
4. Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates.

MECHANICAL PERMIT

This is required before the installation of new or additional, removal or alteration of machinery of at least 20 HP. For
new buildings, this forms part of the requirements for a Building Permit application.

REQUIREMENTS:
 Mechanical Permit Application Form signed by a professional Mechanical Engineer.

Mechanical Plans

Mechanical Specifications

Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates

SANITARY/PLUMBING PERMIT

This document is required before the construction of new or additional, or altering existing plumbing installations,
water supply, storm drainage, water purification and sewerage treatment plants. For new buildings, this forms part of
the requirements for a Building Permit application.

REQUIREMENTS:

Sanitary/Plumbing Permit Application Form signed by a Sanitary Engineer or Master Plumber

Sanitary/Plumbing Plans

Sanitary/Plumbing Specifications

Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates

FENCING PERMIT

This is permit secured prior to actual construction of a fence.

REQUIREMENTS:

Fencing Permit Application Form

Fencing Plan

Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates

Lot Plan with certification of a Geodetic Engineer that the proposed fence will not encroach on adjoining
properties

Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT)

Deed of Sale/Lease Contract/Contract to Sell (if the TCT is not in the name of the owner/applicant)

Updated Real Property Tax Declaration

Certificate of Real Property Tax Payment

DEMOLITION PERMIT
This permit is secured prior to the systematic dismantling or destruction of a building or structure in whole or in part.

REQUIREMENTS:

Demolition Permit Form

Sketch Plan of area to be demolished

Certificate of Real Property Tax Payment

TEMPORARY SERVICE CONNECTION PERMIT

This permit is secured for temporary service connection to a power utility for lighting and power for construction,
Christmas decorative lighting, lighting of cemeteries, temporary lighting for carnivals/fiestas, testing, etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

Permit Form (DPWH Form NO. 96-005-E)

Building Permit (for new construction)

Electrical Plan/Layout

Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC)

EXCAVATION AND GROUND PREPARATION PERMIT

This permit is secured prior to actual ground preparation and excavation after the building line is established. It is also
a requirement for a water connection request to Manilad Water Services, Inc. (MWSI).

REQUIREMENTS:

Accomplished Permit Form (MPW Form No. 77-014-B)

For MWSI connection purposes, present accomplished MWSI Application Form

SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION PERMIT

This permit is secured prior to the construction and repair of sidewalks

REQUIREMENTS:

Accomplished Permit Form (MPW Form No. 77-015-B)

2. Sketch plan of sidewalk to be constructed/repaired

SCAFFOLDING PERMIT

This permit is secured whenever the erection of scaffolding occupies street lines

REQUIREMENTS:
 Accomplished Permit Form (MPW Form No. 77-017-B)

Sketch plan of street line to be occupied

SIGN PERMIT

This permit is secured prior to the installation, erection, attachment painting of any form of signage.

REQUIREMENTS:

Sign Permit Form

Building Permit Form whenever there is a concrete structure.

Structural Analysis

Zoning Clearance

Electrical Permit Form, whenever there is an electrical connection

Fire Clearance whenever there is an electrical connection

Sketch plan of signage to be installed/erected

Location/vicinity plan

Lot documents whenever it occupies a private lot

DPWH clearance (for national roads/highways)

FEE(S)

Please refer to the revised National Building Code.

HOW TO AVAIL OF THE SERVICE

FOLLOW THESE STEPS IT WILL TAKE YOU PLEASE APPROACH

1. Secure Application Forms 5 minutes Receiving Officer

Secure the relevant permit forms from the
Building Official Staff.
 2. Evaluation and Assessment Average of 2 hours
The technical staff evaluates and assesses and 30 minutes
the submitted plans and pertinent
documents for compliance with the
requirements of the building code, referral (Maximum of 4
codes, laws and ordinances. hours)

3. Processing of Permits
Building Staff processes the plans and
pertinent documents and prepares the 2 days Building Official Staff
Order of Payment for final approval of the
Building Official.

4. Endorsement to Building Official for

Final Evaluation Issuance of Order of
Payment
2 days Building Official
If the documents are in order, the applicant
receives an Order of Payment stating the
fees to be paid.

5. Payment of Fees
Proceed to the City Treasurers Office and
pay the requisite fees. Cashier, City
30 minutes
Treasurers Office
You will be issued an Official Receipt

6. Submit Official Receipt

Go back to the office of the Building Official 10 minutes Building Official
and submit your Official Receipt.

8. Approval of Permit
4 hours Building Official
Building Official approves the permit.

9. Release of Permit
The Building Permit is issued 4 hours after 30 minutes Releasing Clerk
submission of the Official Receipt.

APPLYING FOR AN OCCUPANCY PERMIT

ABOUT THE SERVICE

A Occupancy Permit is required before any building/structure is used or occupied. It is usually secured after the
completion of a structure. It is also required if there is any change in the existing use or occupancy classification of a
building, structure or any portion thereof.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

Certificate of Completion from the Building Official

Certificate of Completion Mechanical, Electrical and Sanitary/Plumbing

Logbook of building construction and Building Inspection Sheet duly accomplished by the contractor (if
undertaken by contract) and signed and sealed by the architect or civil engineer in charge of construction

Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection

Final Fire Safety Inspection Report by the Bureau of Fire Protection

Zoning Conformance issued by the Zoning Administrator

As built plans (for any deviations from the approved plans)

FEE(S)

Please refer to the revised National Building Code.

HOW TO AVAIL OF THE SERVICE

FOLLOW THESE STEPS IT WILL TAKE YOU PLEASE APPROACH

1. Secure and accomplish Certificate of

Completion Forms
15 minutes
Ask for completion forms from any member
of the Building Staff.
Receiving clerk

2.Submit accomplished forms together

with the requirements to the Receiving
Clerk. 30 minutes

3. Review/Evaluation

Technical staff reviews the forms and the 2 hours Building Official Staff
construction activity entries in the
construction logbook.

4. Building Inspection 2 days

Building inspectors/members of technical

staff conduct actual inspection of the
completed building/structure; and check if
the same is in accordance with the approved
plans and specifications.

5. Preparation of Inspection
Report (optional, if the building inspectors
find no deviations/violations)

If the building inspectors find that the

completed project had deviations from the 1-day Building Inspector
approved plans, you will be given an
inspection report that lists the needed
corrections or other documents required.

If there are no deviations, proceed to Step 7

6. Perform Corrections/Submit additional

Documents

Make the necessary corrections/submit

additional documents listed in the inspection
report. Subject to clients
actions
Inform the building inspectors when these
are completed.

Return to Step 3.

7. Processing of Permits

Building Staff processes the plans and 2 days Building Official Staff
pertinent documents and prepares the Order
of Payment for final approval of the Building
Official.

8.Endorsement to Building Official for

Final Evaluation Issuance of Order of
Payment
2 days Building Official
If the documents are in order, the applicant
receives an Order of Payment stating the
fees to be paid.
9.Payment of Fees

Proceed to the City Treasurers Office and Cashier, City

30 minutes
pay the requisite fees. Treasurers Office

You will be issued an Official Receipt

10.Submit Official Receipt

10 minutes Building Official
Go back to the office of the Building Official
and submit your Official Receipt.

11. Approval of Permit

4 hours Building Official
Building Official approves the Occupancy
permit.

12. Release of Permit

30 minutes Releasing Clerk
The Occupancy Permit is issued 4 hours
after submission of the Official Receipt.