Building Permit Requirements in San Jose del Monte, Bulacan

(2025 Updated)

Partially Verified

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

  • Largest city in Bulacan with population of 685,688 (2024 census)
  • BPLO Contact: (044) 306-4637
  • BPLO Viber: 0912-599-6151
  • BPLO Email: bplocsjdm_16@yahoo.com
  • BPLO Location: Government Service Express, Basement 2, SM City San Jose Del Monte
  • iBPLS Online Portal available for building permits
  • City Engineering Office listed under government departments at csjdm.gov.ph

Common Mistakes

  • Missing signatures or seals on plans
  • Incomplete application forms
  • Not using the online iBPLS portal for faster processing

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I apply for a building permit in San Jose del Monte?

You can apply at the City Engineering Office at City Hall or use the online iBPLS portal at bpbc1.ibpls.com/cityofsanjosedelmontebulacan. The BPLO is also located at Government Service Express, Basement 2, SM City San Jose Del Monte.

What is the contact number for SJDM building permits?

Contact the BPLO at (044) 306-4637 or via Viber at 0912-599-6151. Email: bplocsjdm_16@yahoo.com

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Contact Information

Where:
City Engineering Office, San Jose del Monte City Hall
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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