Building Permit Requirements in San Juan, Metro Manila

(2025 Updated)

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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

  • Official website: sanjuancity.gov.ph
  • San Juan is the smallest city in Metro Manila by land area
  • ⚠️ NEEDS VERIFICATION: Direct contact number not yet confirmed

Common Mistakes

  • Missing signatures or seals on plans
  • Incomplete application forms

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the San Juan City Hall?

Visit sanjuancity.gov.ph for official contact information and location details for the City Engineering Office.

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Contact Information

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

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