Building Permit Requirements in Parañaque, Metro Manila

(2025 Updated)

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Last verified: December 3, 2024

Quick Summary

Estimated Fees

Based on floor area and project cost

Processing Time

2-6 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 (Lot Title) - certified from Registry of Deeds (Ground Floor Left Wing, City Hall)
  • Tax Declaration - from Assessor's Office (Ground Floor, City Hall)
  • Barangay Clearance
  • Locational Clearance
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC)
  • DOLE Clearance (Maligaya St. Ermita, Manila) - REQUIRED for all Building Permit Applications
  • MMDA Clearance - required if bounded by waterways (creek, river, etc.)
  • Mechanical Permit (for commercial/industrial, some residential)
  • Electronics Permit (for commercial/industrial, some residential)

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: Per City Planning schedule
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
  • Building plans with fire safety features
  • Electrical layout

DOLE Clearance

Fee: Per DOLE schedule
Processing: 5-10 working days

REQUIRED for ALL building permit applications in Parañaque

MMDA Clearance

Fee: Per MMDA schedule
Processing: 5-15 working days

Required if property is bounded by waterways (creek, river, etc.)

Tips

  • Small-scale (garages, fences, agricultural): 3 working days max
  • Medium-scale projects: 7 working days max
  • Large-scale/specialized projects: 20 working days max
  • DOLE Clearance is REQUIRED for ALL building permit applications
  • MMDA Clearance needed if property is near waterways
  • Online portal available at buildingofficialparanaque2.odoo.com
  • Submit documents at Window 1 of OBO
  • TCT certified copy available at Registry of Deeds (Left Wing GF, City Hall)

Common Mistakes

  • Forgetting DOLE Clearance (required for ALL applications)
  • Not getting MMDA Clearance for properties near waterways
  • Missing signatures or seals on plans

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DOLE Clearance required for building permits in Parañaque?

Yes, DOLE Clearance is REQUIRED for ALL building permit applications in Parañaque City. Obtain it from the DOLE Office at Maligaya St., Ermita, Manila.

How long does a building permit take in Parañaque?

Per JMC 2018-01: Small-scale (3 days), Medium-scale (7 days), Large-scale (20 days). Add time for obtaining clearances.

Does Parañaque have an online building permit system?

Yes, Parañaque has an online portal at buildingofficialparanaque2.odoo.com for building permit applications and forms.

Download Checklist

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Contact Information

Where:
Office of the Building Official, Window 1, Ground Floor, Parañaque City Hall, San Antonio Ave., San Antonio Valley 1
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Special Requirements

  • DOLE Safety Program Required

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