A property owner cannot move-in immediately even though the final touches and finishing construction procedures of its home, office, or shop has been done.
According to the National Building Code of the Philippines, an Occupancy Permit, also known as Certificate of Occupancy, shall be issued and approved first by the respective Office of the Building Official before using the structure. The purpose of obtaining the said permit is to confirm that the house or building is in a suitable living condition considering its compliance to the provisions of the code and to the submitted plans and specifications.
However, a process should be conducted first before having an Occupancy Permit. Necessary inspections, clearances, and documents are done and should also be submitted to the Office of the Building Official.
Here’s a list of the usual requirements for Occupancy Permit application and also a copy of the said certificate:
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Approved Plans
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As-Built plans and specifications – These documents should be signed and sealed by an in-charged architect or engineer also the property owner.
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Photocopies of Permits
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Building Permit
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Electrical Permit
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Sanitary/Plumbing Permit
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Mechanical Permit
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Duly Accomplished Certificate of Completion – These certificates should be signed and sealed by the in-charged architect, engineer, contractor, and owner. View each certificate to see how it looks like.
However, these documents can be obtained in your respective city and municipal halls.
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Construction Logbook – The document should be signed and sealed by an in-charged architect and civil engineer.
You are now equipped with lots of information about the Certificate of Occupancy! Once you have accomplished the listed requirements, you can now submit your documents to the Office of the Building Official and wait several days for the result of your application.
