Building Permit Requirements in Kawit, Cavite

(2025 Updated)

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Last verified: December 3, 2024

Quick Summary

Estimated Fees

Contact Municipal 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 Municipal 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

  • Engineering Office: (046) 436-5994
  • Email: kawit.engineering@gmail.com
  • Municipal Hall: (046) 484-7501
  • Address: Centennial Road, Batong Dalig, Kawit, Cavite
  • Downloadable forms available at kawitengineering.wixsite.com/website/downloadable-forms
  • Historic municipality - birthplace of Philippine Independence

Common Mistakes

  • Missing signatures or seals on plans
  • Incomplete application forms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact the Municipal Engineering Office in Kawit?

Call (046) 436-5994 or email kawit.engineering@gmail.com. Municipal Hall: (046) 484-7501. Address: Centennial Road, Batong Dalig, Kawit, Cavite.

Where can I download permit forms for Kawit?

Downloadable forms are available at kawitengineering.wixsite.com/website/downloadable-forms for building, sign, excavation, and plumbing permits.

Download Checklist

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Contact Information

Where:
Municipal Engineering Office / Office of the Building Official, Kawit Municipal Hall, Centennial Road, Batong Dalig, Kawit, Cavite
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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