Building Permit Requirements in Los Baños, Laguna
(2025 Updated)
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 (notarized)
- 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
- Zoning/Locational Clearance from MPDC
- Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC)
- Construction Safety and Health Program (DOLE approved)
- DPWH Clearance (if along National Highway)
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
Zoning/Locational Clearance
Fee: Contact MPDC for current fees
Processing: 5-10 working days
Where: Municipal Planning and Development Coordinator (MPDC)
- 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
- Home of UPLB - may have special requirements near university zone
- DOLE Construction Safety and Health Program may be required
- DPWH Clearance needed for buildings along National Highway
- Contact municipal hall for specific engineering office details
- ⚠️ NEEDS VERIFICATION: Direct contact number not yet confirmed
Common Mistakes
- Missing DOLE safety program
- Forgetting DPWH clearance for national highway properties
- Missing signatures or seals on plans
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Los Baños require DOLE safety program for building permits?
Yes, Construction Safety and Health Program approved by DOLE may be required. Check with the Municipal Engineering Office for specific requirements.
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Office Location
Los Baños City Hall
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Los Baños Municipal Hall, Los Baños, Laguna
Landmark: Near UPLB campus
Contact Information
Where:
Municipal Engineering Office, Los Baños Municipal Hall
Municipal Engineering Office, Los Baños Municipal Hall
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Special Requirements
- DOLE Safety Program Required