Chapter 3: Building Permits and Inspection

Building Permits

• No person, firm, corporation, government agency, or instrumentality can erect, construct, alter, repair, move, convert, or demolish a building or structure without a building permit from the Building Official.
• The permit is required for any building work and must be obtained before starting the project.

Application for Permits

• To obtain a building permit, applicants must file a written application on a prescribed form from the Office of the Building Official.
• The application must provide:
  • A description of the work to be covered by the permit
  • A certified true copy of the TCT (Transfer Certificate of Title) covering the lot where the work is to be done
  • If the applicant is not the registered owner, a copy of the contract of lease is also required
  • The intended use or occupancy of the proposed work
  • An estimated cost of the proposed work
• At least five sets of corresponding plans and specifications must be submitted with the application, prepared, signed, and sealed by:
  • A duly registered mechanical engineer for mechanical plans
  • A registered electrical engineer for electrical plans
  • Exceptions may apply, and the Building Official may waive certain requirements under this Code.