Building Permit Requirements in Biñan, Laguna

(2025 Updated)

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Last verified: December 3, 2024

Quick Summary

Estimated Fees

Contact City Engineering Office for current fee schedule

Processing Time

3-5 weeks including clearances

Plan Sets Required

5 sets

Documentary Requirements

Check off items as you prepare them:

  • Unified Application Form for Building Permit
  • Five (5) sets of building plans signed and sealed by licensed professionals
  • Bill of Materials and Cost Estimate
  • Structural Analysis
  • TCT or Tax Declaration (Certified True Copy)
  • Tax Clearance
  • Barangay Clearance
  • Locational Clearance
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC)

Required Clearances

Barangay Clearance

Fee: ₱100-500 depending on barangay
Processing: 1-3 days
  • Valid ID of applicant/owner
  • Proof of ownership (TCT or Tax Declaration)
  • Cedula

Locational Clearance

Fee: Contact City Planning Office for current fees
Processing: 5-10 working days
  • Application form
  • Barangay Clearance
  • TCT or Tax Declaration copy
  • Site development plan

Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC)

Fee: ₱1,000-5,000 depending on project size
Processing: 3-5 working days
  • Building plans with fire safety features
  • Electrical layout

Tips

  • City Engineering Office: (049) 523-5445 (PLDT) or Intelco 513-5026
  • City Engineer: Engr. Wilfredo F. Alintanahin
  • Building Parts & Admin Officer: William A. Bower (Acting Head), Intelco 513-5002
  • Streamlined Engineering Permits System available
  • Citizen's Charter 2021 (6th Edition) available on website
  • Downloadable forms at binan.gov.ph/forms/

Common Mistakes

  • Missing signatures or seals on plans
  • Incomplete application forms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact the City Engineering Office in Biñan?

Call (049) 523-5445 (PLDT) or Intelco 513-5026. The City Engineer is Engr. Wilfredo F. Alintanahin.

Where can I download permit forms for Biñan?

Downloadable forms are available at binan.gov.ph/forms/. The city has a streamlined Engineering Permits System.

Download Checklist

Get a printable PDF checklist for your building permit application

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Office Location

Biñan City Hall

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Biñan City Hall, Biñan City, Laguna

Landmark: Near Biñan Public Market

Contact Information

Where:
City Engineering Office / Office of the Building Official, Biñan City Hall
Contact:
(049) 523-5445
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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