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==Procedure==
'''Apply In-Person''' 
#The applicant has to submit an application form to the Department of Housing.
#Visit the following link for Contact Details: [https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/portal/public/gov/government/contacts/agencies/government%20ministries/ministry%20of%20housing/!ut/p/b1/vZNLj6pAEEZ_kUPRCDZLHvJQ3i-BjQFRBEVAQYFff5lZTW4yk7u4M12rTk71qfqSJmIiWtAMALAUMERIxLfkWeRJV9S35Pp-j5k9BbLOcUusyzQwoPqWxlkrBWGJnoFoBuCLw8G_9X8BmEv4af-OCLWIMsSHmq9V53T2e4tf290qU5REWMhayWYqdB7oLpUhwJN39KpoTEh78rt70raZSQ_iw09qKWloiWyweLld9kMxIBiLpcTlg96mI31JL51-1nbdeT_cpkXhaPIugGBbVBgpz8bWM-XMaSipr3Bg16mW6JkT1hOChxKMmikfta0mh80zcJbHbmQts3028-zxd-t9pPcBfBfPty9sERHNwOoT4AUAKgmc45I2YIcmPCKE5d4tx0adLpNTwmvyoNGNUh9hDVO38nzDW4-uIRmeGJFQ-shdLydjjcdHyWt6drKywPF5ThDjhrr9LTSRx85CgWS2Pg2ujH5aKNMmniNYeRZHIwDh14XkTwllU7eF90g9_j1SSlE4RqMwLH9byPx34YaIi7R6ex2qN3hDLNCYxBSDVoARTQRlxAxirefSOtgP0W6w-rinTg-e3Aa0WtQbzOXYOS0WpFEadaazfVrRZiLmhmcpPc0L1-smQftudxmyEc-fWd2ZhX3IeTmsLOdyNnKfzBluFckb1749UgrZXZMwcb5tpWlKM3k6-epmMMGI_WrXPwWSCss0FWIg5dNTPMC8doeiaLO_6_fmwQ5Ge2sdv9XvfeqazKPcPO24r3NMoVckZI7Fse6Vb_O7mB4WyoCdV8ctCEOpqyNRxVdJ0hhHmcJPdeT-ALjmjVk!/dl4/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/ Link].
#The applicant can download the Form from the following [http://forms.bahamas.gov.bs/documents/HOUS_Application%20for%20Approved%20builders%20Status.pdf Form Link].
#Complete the application form with all details.
#After filling in all the details submit the Application Form along with the supporting documents as mentioned in the “Required Documents” section to the Department of Housing along with the corresponding Fee.
#The application is examined after all required documents are provided, and a site visit with a field officer is planned. The Applicant must be present during the site visit.
#The inspector will analyse the quality of the builder's work on the day of the inspection.
#If the applicant's work is considered acceptable, an acceptance letter and an Approved Builder Status Certificate will be issued.
#If the application is unsuccessful, a letter will be sent to him or her advising him or her of the outcome. 
 

==Required Documents==
*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
*Three 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 & Contacts==
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 [https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/portal/public/gov/government/contacts/agencies/government%20departments/department%20of%20housing/!ut/p/b1/vZNdb4IwFIZ_iz9Ae1poKZfFBVAsIJQp3Bjdh0GHLBuZH79-xV1sWaJblmnPVdPnnKd5k4MKlHcpAwDbAIamqNjM38rlvCnrzfypvRdsZoAnhTC59CgwGGTxSMSWT7hL0QTlsaZyTcGJI-CnIR_9J4DI_GX_3_0TVJxDjj84AucUZycEBOUasL4A6hZggEEkKR4DTyhSaArmLF3tnweH9SFZwXbfKCdssl2IMyzlSmWhcoO0CXA4Eq3Wfa138hCG6c0wkPZU3rtJ5jySepFvO53vwogoWwv7mAUZhdQjlxZ6NOI6AkvFghKA_tWF-FJCL5LjfhupctpIDd8XbGRwMK8tZP8uHKKiXFS97V3Vgx6xgXLMDUYs4ETviXBQ6NfVA6qKl31ZdteJfv4sY_kOO6WaEg!!/dl4/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/ Link] 
Family Island Contact Details [https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/portal/public/gov/government/contacts/Agencies/Family%20Island%20Administrator%20offices/!ut/p/b1/vZPJjqMwEIafpR8gjVlMzNEBAiZsYYcLgoQs0GwNgSRPP8lcZjRSd89hely-WPqrPtUnmUqoiEqabDofs_HcNtnb853wKQsUA2MOGQoEPCC-rWN7qTJoDR-B-OOAxYG_6wcfHPxlf0hFasyupJbMsuyknVNYnjuuW39_3l70VUEyvd-DNb3c6m3OcsI1sZEAq-pN8ery3uh5GoRWs4zZUxGgJbnsNX9X7waa7I7l-A4b0o43jZ-Bhc-nbMF1BY4dvHDqtV5EAWSHHXdfhFZ1G-x6fXSM0ZYONpGz5H5jhcxfP27OOKXnKhf0Fq4OvTZ6eXa_BNa8SLeCKtis-tgh-WxNa8N8EXhq_hn4xKOptnVBxY_Y8rc5XgAAoQF2XHoLkAMpj4oAl7rlrSP36u6U4Kqbns8apWmDPDCMXPJNT2bMUaFNmWdombl6cksbkgyM9xgMpmTvA8dfYRHrTdT_CbQYT3gARZrf-BC4CvPdQAVa6GFq6dkYMgCI_x1IfxdQsYyt-FTqrZ5KWVXFvM4iwP1vIP_PgRqVnPP6dd7Vr-CVEQBENGJ5ZgkQA6mgjKEpoud_91L3jCAzsEl4xZvjZUMLZz03dV9fuFqSH6bJc6LJ3tGlQmJV388NbI6-P5xgU099lDGSzGpXut6d4rmXKmzc0Kk3K6njzI4_LZAuAtzByQttwKOoqto6n9su4y-jM7BvrsSYNLPdmEVJ3kcfhqkjddtEbUrSQE3sDcJX41UdZDiazcKs_FLRiadmVZ8WVcvHQIlaMmmASEjJbKQAi5uxfVn0OK1CkZyorvb9qZMPUnT_Vfjl5QeyKntu/dl4/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/ Link] 
 

==Eligibility==
Bahamian citizens or permanent residents who are contractors or builders. 
 
==Fees==
There are no charges for using this service. Changes to the fee may be made at the discretion of the Minister responsible for Housing, subject to the Housing Act. 
 
==Validity==
There is no deadline associated with this service. 
 
==Documents to Use==
Application [http://forms.bahamas.gov.bs/documents/HOUS_Application%20for%20Approved%20builders%20Status.pdf Form Link] 
 

==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people. 
 
==Processing Time==
It takes two to four weeks to receive an Approved Builders Status Certificate. 
 
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==Instructions==
Please provide other instructions related to the certificate/documents.
e.g. The state office holds birth records since january 1908. 
 
==Required Information==
*Name of Applicant
*Address
*P.O. Box
*Telephone No
*Date of Birth
*Business
*Nationality 
 
==Need for the Document==
It is required for approved Builder Status Certificate. 
 
==Information which might help==
Enter other information which might help. 
 
==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity. 
 
==External Links==
[https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/portal/public/gov/government/services/application%20for%20approved%20builder%20status/!ut/p/b1/vZTJcqM6GIWfJQ-QIGZYisFgzCzJGDYUg8Fg49mAefp2unMX3amkN30trSQd1ffr6EhUQq2oZJ_1TZ1dm8M-272PEyFlgeFAyEmOwQMBzIlvQ180GcmlH4L4NwFeAjCnAQwRHQCPZX7tNzwnUB_Lkg_1xzL23IC2ac9mqIhamcVoaxen1iAOTqJm6VvjNb5eW8u6LRhdPDU1VK3Xoj-1GE3uzWGKwSC5JU3uOVmMdI9m-gF1a76M92RXy8oSHXwoR93uOGj1WHokZI4nL0PmdkGz4z1oTueGz4RuH5WpvrN3TsrNWiOhobSASEj38coSLh2m_fPRAq-taYQ5qFav8Z2lK19M9meVe_k4N_iiQfDz3IECAmTLLAQCL4E5FrjQ8FkAuf98-0bwF98jKvlD8tn5n4LvSvy2SANQ8UMgfilYAApTK8ClqL0f59N2ClswWs4EGXeyFrQO7g6ZsEu2tFuqtKPp4DEHHNDdkRZNrr69u27ll8uQKFCxK079K5B-NpB9MlDlng0Ung3knwxEz04pYp4N_PfPwqKSJu_ehqJ7A28y4AUW8JLEiDLHSjy1bGMwvv_YOgyrgllKS6G090MRuKMZRypUSs6aCpOr4htRslUSRa_3eiBlsEOXgHiy3DS8rzLrei5UqF7gu3oOs2t1iDQxHMhSIrzoFE0dH6Q0l0SijBclTqObKlfYFVMnRX10QZUCMi47MNqau41kebnm-409yzUryVyQ3FlhFaVVoAkbFOuUax669YeNX_yYUvg5KGIwoO2WQa0-0RqhnbMZuHg2d0vFdc7xAAigcRswGCc2wgHArv9hI9xumHPyJ9BjsPwAqrSwIDxAgP-_gQbvPYJCROxDngFAZZ8MRP_e0t-SyUq0zMjg8R4EgZY56T2ZnPhI5qDpXs9dHkMpLW99AbMkUVGI9doA1qW3jyK6EJ9ACE-Pm9dMwOXRSbrSpsmlreBa8e3QLVqmsq7Vfh6cPd-5t4eNbJpNdmxorEnDqdvIohlIvZhWZOrIVUe8N2T3I9dd1fngrAtQo-yUN7OxrPurZ19HxO6MogCHaOhX7gZw7o4PcwXhhYGnHAewBsoxjrRATvJTcDJSdBFFKdVnXHpph-DlhTp2pF_YQformhOq099bfTdrw5ffgBxJhmg/dl4/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/ Website Link] 
 
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