Philippines - Apply for Occupancy Permit

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Occupancy Permit, the applicant has to approach the Local Municipal Offices of Philippines link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
10. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
11. Once everything on place the authority will issue the permit.
12. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Photocopy of all Approved Permit Application Forms (Back & Front)
• Copy of Approved Construction Plans / Blueprints
• As-built Construction Plans (A3 Size), duly signed by owner / applicant, duly signed / sealed by respective professionals
• Photocopy of updated PTR / PRC and Accredited Professional Organization ID
• Photocopy of valid ID of owner (Preferably Government Issued ID)
• Notarized Authorization Letter to transact in behalf of the owner
• Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC) from Alabang Fire Department
• Photocopy of Construction Business Permit (Contractor’s Tax) or Certification for Completion (For Non-Contractor) from BPLO
• Logbook with Daily Construction Works / Activities
• Pictures of Site /Project showing substantial completion, Front view, Rear view, Left Side, Right Side, Interior.

Office Locations & Contacts

PHILIPPINES MUNICIPALITY OFFICES
Quezon City Hall
Mayaman, Diliman, Lungsod Quezon,
Kalakhang Maynila, Philippines
Phone: +63 2 8988 4242

Cebu City Hall
No. 1 Dr Jose P. Rizal St, Cebu City,
Cebu, Philippines
Phone: +63 32 411 0100

Valenzuela City Hall
A. Pablo St, Valenzuela,
Metro Manila, Philippines
Phone: +63 2 8352 1000
Contact details link

Eligibility

• Any person who that intends to Apply for Occupancy Permit is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as per the authority’s request.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15-30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name of the contractor
• Name of the applicant
• Building area
• Address
• Email
• Telephone
• Location

Need for the Document

• Occupancy certificate refers to a document that certifies that a building adheres to the national building codes and is suitable for occupancy. It is issued by a development authority or a local government agency, such as the municipal corporation.

Information which might help

• An occupancy certificate is an important document of property rights. It helps secure government/municipal services such as electricity, water supply etc. The applicant must remain very vigilant and ensure to receive OC from the builder

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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