Building Permit Requirements in San Pablo, Laguna

(2025 Updated)

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Last verified: December 3, 2024

Quick Summary

Estimated Fees

Contact Office of the Building Official 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

  • Main city hall contact: (049) 562-1234
  • Email: info@sanpablocity.gov.ph
  • Business Permits portal: bplo.sanpablocity.gov.ph
  • OBO forms available on city website including Certificate of Occupancy and Excavation permits

Common Mistakes

  • Missing signatures or seals on plans
  • Incomplete application forms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact the Building Official in San Pablo City?

Call the main city hall line at (049) 562-1234 or email info@sanpablocity.gov.ph and ask for the Office of the Building Official.

Where can I download OBO forms for San Pablo?

OBO forms including Certificate of Occupancy and Excavation Permit forms are available on the official city website at sanpablocity.gov.ph.

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Office Location

San Pablo City Hall

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San Pablo City Hall, San Pablo City, Laguna

Landmark: Near San Pablo Cathedral

Contact Information

Where:
Office of the Building Official, San Pablo City Hall
Contact:
(049) 562-1234
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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