Many are new to processing building permit application in Antipolo City. Especially for first-time applicants planning to participate in construction activities, applying for a building permit can be quite overwhelming. And frustrating at the same time.
If you’re from the City of Antipolo about to develop or build on your first-ever property, here is a jumpstart on how to prepare and secure a building permit in your locality.
What Is A Building Permit?
As its name suggests, a building permit is a document issued by the Department of the Building Official in every city or municipality which serves as your official consent to start any addition, construction, demolition, and renovation within your property.
Remember, however, that a building permit should always be secured prior to the start of any fieldwork.
Why Do We Need To Secure A Building Permit?
Before construction, the Department of the Building Official of your project’s designated city or municipality will have to check your submitted architectural, electrical, mechanical, sanitary, and structural drawings based on local building laws. These include but are not limited to the: Fire Code of the Philippines (RA 9514), Local Building Code, and the National Building Code of the Philippines (PD 1096).
By doing so, the property owner, architects, engineers, as well as other persons involved are guaranteed that the project follows local building codes, minimum requirements, and other standards for construction. In the long run, this also ensures that its existence in the future only promises the utmost public safety and interest.
What Are The Requirements For Building Permit Application In Antipolo City?
Below are the documents you need for a building permit application in Antipolo City:
Proof of Ownership
- Certified True Copy of Land Title – can be OCT or TCT
- Duplicate copy of the original title if the applicant is not the owner
- Contract to Sell or Deed of Sale
- Award Notice or Lease Contract
Signatories
- If the applicant is the registered owner – a photocopy of any valid ID with signature
- If the applicant is not the registered owner, secure a notarized copy of any of the following:
- Special Power of Attorney (SPA)
- Secretary’s Certificate or Board Resolution (if under a Corporation)
- Consent of Co-owners (if the property has multiple owners)
1 Original Copy And 2 Photocopies Of The Following
- Tax Declaration
- Current Tax Receipt and Tax Clearance
- Lot Plan – signed and sealed by a Geodetic Engineer
- Subdivision Homeowner’s Clearance – for Building Permit
- Barangay Construction Clearance
- DOLE Clearance (Construction Safety and Health Program)
- DPWH Clearance (if the project is in a national road and creek)
4 Sets Of Design and Survey Plans, Specifications, And Other Documents As Follows:
- Architectural Documents
- Civil or Structural Documents
- Electrical Documents
- Mechanical Documents
- Sanitary Documents
- Plumbing Documents
- Electronics Documents
- Geodetic Documents
- Fire Protection Plan (if applicable)
- Automatic Fire Suppression System
- Wet Stand Pipe
- Dry Stand Pipe
- Kitchen Hood Suppression
- Fire Detection and Alarm System
3 Copies Of The Following:
- Valid Licenses such as PRC IDs of all involved professionals
- Signed, sealed, and a notarized estimated value of the structure or building to be constructed as approved by the owner and the architect/civil engineer
2 Copies Of The Following:
- Upon evaluation of the submitted plans and documents, the Affidavit of Undertaking
- For buildings or structures three (3) stories and higher as well as lower buildings or structures at areas with potential geotechnical and/or geological hazards, a Soil Boring Test
- For old and/or existing structures, a certification from design professionals
If the list seems to be overwhelming, the City of Antipolo’s Office of the Building Official & Zoning Administrator provides a checklist of all its building permit requirements for your convenience. All building permit application forms are also available on their website.
Remember, however, to compile all of these requirements into a long-sized folder except the drawing plans and reports.
Are there additional fees you need to secure?
Aside from documentary requirements, you also need to pay all necessary fees to be monitored by the Office of the Building Official, which are the following:
- Filing Fee
- Processing Fee
- Locational or Zoning Land of Use
- Line and Grade (Geodetic)
- Fencing
- Architectural
- Civil or Structural
- Electrical
- Mechanical
- Sanitary
- Plumbing
- Electronics
- Interior
- ½ of the Fire Service Fund (FSF)
Key Reminders
Before submitting, make sure to bring all requirements along with the official checklist as well as its detachable claim stub. Upon submission, the City of Antipolo suggests a follow-up within four (4) working days to secure that your application proceeds as expected.
Submitting to the city building department may be best processed by an experienced team. Make sure to consult or seek help from a professional in the industry. A licensed and registered architect in the Philippines will be able to help from choosing a winning site, the planning and design of the project, as well as, provide the complete set of Construction Documents for your permit applications and approvals.
