Building Permit Requirements in Lipa, Batangas

(2025 Updated)

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Last verified: December 3, 2024

Quick Summary

Estimated Fees

Contact Office of the City Engineer 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
  • Architectural Plans
  • Structural Plans with Analysis
  • Electrical Plans with Load Computation
  • Plumbing/Sanitary Plans
  • Bill of Materials and Cost Estimate
  • 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

Where: City Planning and Development Office

  • 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

Where: Bureau of Fire Protection - Lipa City

  • Building plans with fire safety features
  • Electrical layout with load computation

Tips

  • Primary contact: (043) 404-9463
  • Alternative: (043) 784-2509 loc 103 (City Engineering Office)
  • Email: buildingpermitslipacity@gmail.com
  • Office located at Brgy. Marauoy, Lipa City
  • Lipa is a component city of Batangas - 4th class city

Common Mistakes

  • Missing signatures or seals on plans
  • Incomplete application forms
  • Not getting barangay clearance first

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact the Building Permit office in Lipa City?

Call (043) 404-9463 or email buildingpermitslipacity@gmail.com. Alternative: (043) 784-2509 loc 103. The office is located at Brgy. Marauoy, Lipa City.

Where is the Office of the City Engineer in Lipa?

The Office of the City Engineer / Building Permit Division is located at Brgy. Marauoy, Lipa City, Batangas.

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Office Location

Lipa City Hall

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Lipa City Hall, Lipa City, Batangas

Landmark: Near Lipa City Public Market

Contact Information

Where:
Office of the City Engineer, Building Permit Division, Brgy. Marauoy, Lipa City, Batangas
Contact:
(043) 404-9463
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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