Building Permit Requirements in Tarlac City, Tarlac

(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 (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
  • 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

  • Component city of Tarlac Province
  • City Mayor: Gelacio R. Manalan - Tel: (045) 982-0190 / 982-5403
  • Vice Mayor: Miguel A. Tañedo - Tel: (045) 982-8057 / 982-2592
  • City Hall located at San Roque, Tarlac City
  • Has dedicated Office of the Building Official (OBO)
  • Has City Engineering Office for infrastructure
  • ⚠️ OBO direct line needs verification - call main city hall number

Common Mistakes

  • Missing notarization on application form
  • Incomplete sets of plans
  • Missing professional signatures and seals

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Tarlac City Building Official office?

The Office of the Building Official is located at Tarlac City Hall in San Roque, Tarlac City. Call (045) 982-0190 for inquiries.

What is the main contact for Tarlac City Hall?

Mayor's Office: (045) 982-0190 / 982-5403. Vice Mayor: (045) 982-8057 / 982-2592. Address: San Roque, Tarlac City.

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Contact Information

Where:
Office of the Building Official, Tarlac City Hall
Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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