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Bahamas - Obtain Builder or Constructor License (Builder Status Certificate)

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ProcedureEdit

Apply In-Person

  1. To obtain Builder or Constructor License, the applicant has to submit an application Form along with the supporting documents as mentioned in the Required Documents section of the Procedure to any of the offices listed below “Office Locations & Contacts” section of the procedure.
  2. The Applicant can download the Form from the below link:Form Link.
  3. Once all required documents are submitted, the application is reviewed and a site inspection is scheduled with a field officer.
  4. The Applicant must be present during the site inspection.
  5. On the day of the inspection, the inspector will assess the quality of the builder’s work.
  6. After checking the quality of work, if the inspector is satisfied with the work, the applicant will be issued with an acceptance letter and an Approved Builder Status Certificate.
  7. If the Inspector is not satisfied, the applicant will be issued a letter informing him / her of such reasons.


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Required DocumentsEdit

  • Proof of Nationality (Passport or voters card)
  • Current National Insurance Certificate
  • Copy of national insurance board compliance letter
  • Up-to-date Business License
  • Grand Bahama Port Authority Business Licence (For Freeport Application)
  • Reference from the Family Island Administrator or Department of Public Works Area Engineer (for Family islands)
  • A reference letter and photos of the last building constructed and completed, preferably 2 of the completed building & 1 of the building under construction.
  • Credit/Bank Reference
  • Credit/Sales References from Building Suppliers
  • 3 Personal References (persons who would be willing to comment on your capability as a builder)
  • A reference from the area engineer (Ministry of Works and Transport)
  • Reference from the town planning office


Office Locations & ContactsEdit

The following offices between the hours of 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
New Providence
Department of Housing
Charlotte House
Corner of Charlotte and Shirley Streets
P.O. Box N275
Nassau, New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 302-5816 or 323-3333
Fax.(242) 328-4244

Grand Bahama
Government Office
Complex The Mall Drive
P.O. Box F43774
Freeport, Grand Bahama
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 352-3630 3893
Fax.(242) 352–9244

Abaco
Officer In Charge
Department of Housing
Dove Plaza
Marsh Harbour
Abaco
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 367-2157
Fax.(242) 367-2150
Contact Address Details Link:Contact Link

EligibilityEdit

Contractors or Builders who are Bahamian citizens or permanent residents.

FeesEdit

There are no fees associated with this service.

ValidityEdit

There is no deadline for this service.

Documents to UseEdit

Application Form Link: Form Link

Sample DocumentsEdit

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Processing TimeEdit

The Processing time for an Approved Builders Status Certificate is two to four weeks.

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InstructionsEdit

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e.g. The state office holds birth records since january 1908.


Required InformationEdit

  • Personal Details
  • Contact Details
  • Address
  • Nationality
  • Date of Birth
  • Apprenticeship Details
  • Journeyman Carpenter/Mason Details
  • General Foremen Details
  • Supervisor or Superintendent Details
  • Date of commencement of constructing
  • Name and postal address of your bank
  • Qualifications of builder
  • Names and postal addresses of your creditors of building materials
  • Names and postal addresses of three persons who would be willing to comment on the applicant’s capability as a Builder.
  • State persons and/or firms for which you have constructed buildings with Construction details


Need for the DocumentEdit

All persons intending to develop for the Ministry of the Environment and Housing must be approved by the Minister responsible for Housing, according to the Housing Act. Builders and contractors must apply for an Approved Builder Status Certificate from the Department of Housing to get approved.

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Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.


External LinksEdit

Website Link

OthersEdit

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