Office of the Building Official (OBO)
External Services
1. Issuance of Building Permit
A Building Permit is required before any construction work, renovation, or alteration of any building within the jurisdiction of the City of Naga, Cebu. The permit ensures compliance with safety levels set by the National Building Code of the Philippines.
Office or Division: Office of the Building Official (OBO)
Classification: Highly Technical
Type of Transaction: Government to Citizen (G2C)
Who may avail: All
Checklist of Requirements
| Documents | Where to Secure |
|---|---|
| Four (4) copies of properly filled up and notarized Unified Application Form for Building Permit | Office of the Building Official (OBO) |
| Four (4) copies of filled up/signed and sealed Enforcement Division form | Office of the Building Official (OBO) |
| Two (2) copies of Locational or Zoning Clearance | City Planning Development Office |
| Four (4) copies of Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance with Official Receipt | Bureau of Fire Protection Office |
| Three (3) copies of Tax Clearance and Certified True Copy (CTC) of Tax Declaration | Office of the City Assessor |
| Two (2) copies of Consent and Authority if applicant is not the registered lot owner | Concerned Offices or Private Professionals |
| Two (2) copies of Original Certificate of Title (OCT)/ TCT or Deed of Absolute Sale | Registry of Deeds or Concerned Offices |
| Two (2) copies of Special Power of Attorney (SPA) or Secretary’s certificate if applicant is corporation | Private Professionals |
| Five (5) Sets of Survey/Design Plans (signed and sealed by design professionals) | Private Professionals |
| Three (3) photocopies of Valid Professional Licenses (PRC I.D.), signed and sealed and Professional Tax Return (PTR) | Private Professionals |
| Four (4) copies of notarized estimated value of the building/structure | Concerned Offices or Private Professionals |
| Three (3) copies of Barangay Clearance | Barangay Office |
| One (1) copy of Construction Safety and Health Program (DOLE) | Department of Labor and Employment |
| Affidavit of Undertaking (if needed) | Concerned Offices |
| Two (2) copies of DPWH Clearance (if along National Highway) | DPWH |
| Two (2) copies of DENR Certificate (ECC/CNC as needed) | DENR |
| Two (2) copies of Building Permit Fee (Official Receipt) | OBO |
| Billboard (16” x 22”) for Project Display | Applicant |
Client Steps
| Step | Client Action | Agency Action | Processing Time | Person Responsible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Submit accomplished form with all requirements | Review, check completeness | 30 mins | Sorters of OBO |
| 1.1 | Assessment and fee computation | Prepare endorsement for Fire Protection, schedule inspection | 60 mins | Admin Aide, Engineer, Architect |
| 1.2 | Document evaluation | Review compliance with National Building Code | 720 mins | Engineer, Architect, Electrical Engr. |
| 1.3 | Conduct site inspection | Inspect the site | 240 mins | Inspectorate Team |
| 1.4 | Final evaluation and approval | Approve or endorse for compliance | 480 mins | Building Official |
| 2 | Submit required documents (FSEC, Zoning Clearance) | Issue order of payment | 30 mins | Building Official, Assessor of OBO |
| 3 | Present Official Receipt (OR) | Process and prepare documents for release | 20 mins | Admin Aide/ Officer of the Day |
| 3.2 | Receive Building Permit Certificate | Sign the Building Permit Certificate | 480 mins | Building Official, Admin Aide |
| 4 | Claim permit and acknowledge receipt | Release Building Permit | 20 mins | Releasing Personnel/Admin Aide |
TOTAL PROCESSING TIME: 2400 minutes
2. Issuance of Certificate of Occupancy
A Certificate of Occupancy is required before a building may be used or occupied to ensure it is completed according to approved plans, and meets safety and sanitary standards.
Office or Division: Office of the Building Official (OBO)
Classification: Highly Technical
Type of Transaction: Government to Citizen (G2C)
Who may avail: All
Checklist of Requirements
| Documents | Where to Secure |
|---|---|
| Four (4) copies of properly filled up and notarized Unified Application Form for Certificate of Occupancy | Office of the Building Official (OBO) |
| Four (4) copies of properly filled-up and notarized Certificate of Completion | Architect/Civil Engineer |
| Four (4) copies of Building Permit and Ancillary Permits | OBO |
| Four (4) copies of Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance | Bureau of Fire Protection |
| Four (4) sets of compliant AS-BUILT plans reflecting corrected comments | Professionals involved |
| Clear 3R size photographs of completed structure | Applicant |
Client Steps
| Step | Client Action | Agency Action | Processing Time | Person Responsible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Submit application with all required documents | Review completeness of documents | 30 mins | Sorters of OBO |
| 1.2 | Document review | Schedule inspection | 240 mins | Architectural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics Evaluators |
| 1.3 | Site inspection | Inspect the completed site | 240 mins | Inspectorate Team |
| 1.4 | Final evaluation and assessment | Approve or endorse for compliance | 480 mins | Building Official |
| 2 | Submit Fire Safety Inspection Certificate | Issue order of payment | 60 mins | Officer of the Day |
| 3 | Present Official Receipt (OR) | Process and prepare for release | 60 mins | Officer of the Day, Admin Aide |
| 3.2 | Receive Certificate of Occupancy | Sign certificate and submit to Mayor for signature | 480 mins | Building Official/Admin Aide |
| 4 | Claim certificate and acknowledge receipt | Release Certificate of Occupancy | 20 mins | Releasing Personnel/Admin Aide |
TOTAL PROCESSING TIME: 1800 minutes
Important Notes
- Only complete and compliant applications will be accepted.
- All forms should be fastened in a LONG FOLDER (including drawing plans and reports).
- Keep your CLAIM STUB at all times. “NO CLAIM STUB, NO RELEASE” policy applies.
3. Issuance of Fencing Permit
A permit is required before construction work, renovation, or operation of any type of building within the jurisdiction of the City of Naga, Cebu, setting the acceptable levels of safety for construction in compliance with the National Building Code of the Philippines.
- Office or Division: Office of the Building Official (OBO)
- Classification: Highly Technical
- Type of Transaction: Government to Citizen (G2C)
- Who may avail: All
| CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS | WHERE TO SECURE |
|---|---|
| Four (4) copies of properly filled up and signed Application Form for Fencing Permit | Office of the Building Official (OBO) |
| Two (2) copies of Locational or Zoning Clearance | City Planning Development Office |
| Three (3) copies of Tax Clearance and Certified True Copy (CTC) of Tax Declaration | Office of the City Assessor |
| Two (2) copies of Consent and Authority if applicant is not the registered lot owner | Concerned Offices or Private Professionals |
| Two (2) copies of Original Certificate of Title (OCT)/ Transfer of Certificate of Title (TCT) or Deed of Absolute Sale or Lot | Registry of Deeds or concerned Offices |
| Two (2) copies of Affidavit of No complaints from Adjoining Owner (4 sides) | Private Individuals |
| Two (2) copies of Special Power of Attorney (SPA) or Secretary’s certificate if the applicant is a corporation | Private Individuals |
| Five (5) Sets Design plans and other documents, signed and sealed by the concerned Design Professionals | Private Individuals |
| Two (2) copies of Sketch Plan | Private Individuals |
| Two (2) photocopy of Valid Professional Licenses (PRC I.D.) signed and sealed and Professional Tax Return (PTR) of all involved professionals | Private Individuals |
| Two (2) copies of Barangay Clearance | Private Individuals |
| One (1) copy of the project’s Affidavit of Undertaking (for documents to be submitted 30 days after the issuance of permits) | Concerned Offices and Private Professionals |
| Two (2) copies DPWH Clearance, if proposed fence is along National Highway | DPWH |
| Two (2) copies DENR Certificate-ECC/CNC as needed | DENR |
| Two (2) copies of Building Permit Fee (Official Receipt) | The Applicant is also required to prepare a billboard: 16”X22” |
| CLIENT STEPS | AGENCY ACTIONS | FEES TO BE PAID | PROCESSING TIME | PERSON RESPONSIBLE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Submit accomplished form together with all other requirements | 1.1 Review, check and assess completeness of the submitted documents if it’s in accordance with the checklist requirements. | None | 30 mins | Sorters of OBO |
| 1.2 Evaluate, check and review submitted plans and documents if they align with National Building Code and other statutory requirements | None | 60 mins | Engineer, Architect, Electrical Engr. | |
| 1.3 Conduct site inspection | None | 480 mins | Inspectorate Team of OBO | |
| 1.4 Assess and compute fees to be paid. | None | 60 mins | Admin. Aide | |
| 1.5 Final evaluation and approval of compliance by Section Head | None | 240 mins | Building Official | |
| 2. Return on the date indicated, submit Zoning Clearance with O.R., and inquire about status | 2.0 If approved for payment, the order of payment is signed by Building Official and issued by assessment personnel | None | 30 mins | Building Official and Assessor of OBO |
| 3. Present the Official Receipt (OR) | 3.0 The receipt is accepted and client is advised about the schedule of releasing | None | 10 mins | Admin. Aide Officer |
| 4. Claim the permit and sign the logbook | 4.0 Permit is released | None | 20 mins | Releasing Personnel/Admin. Aide |
Total Processing Time: 1080 mins
4. Issuance of Certificate of Annual Inspection Report
Regulate and monitor all business establishments operating in the City to ensure their compliance with applicable laws, standards, issuances, laws, and regulations.
- Office or Division: Office of the Building Official (OBO)
- Classification: Simple
- Type of Transaction: Government to Citizen (G2C)
- Who may avail: Enterprise / Business Owners
| CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS | WHERE TO SECURE |
|---|---|
| Duly Accomplished Application Form | BPLO |
| One (1) copy of Inspection Report | Office of the Building Official |
| CLIENT STEPS | AGENCY ACTIONS | FEES TO BE PAID | PROCESSING TIME | PERSON RESPONSIBLE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Submit accomplished form with all other requirements | 1. Evaluate and review application, compute fees | None | 3 mins | Admin. Aide |
| 1.1 If approved for payment, order of payment is issued | None | 5 mins | ||
| 2. Present the Official Receipt (OR) | 2.0 The receipt is accepted and the client is advised about the schedule of releasing | None | 10 mins | Admin. Aide |
| 3. Claim the permit and sign the logbook | 3.0 Permit is released | None | 3 mins | Admin. Aide |
Total Processing Time: 266 mins
5. Issuance of Demolition Permit
A demolition permit is required before a property owner can legally demolish a structure.
- Office or Division: Office of the Building Official (OBO)
- Classification: Highly Technical
- Type of Transaction: Government to Citizen (G2C)
- Who may avail: All
| CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS | WHERE TO SECURE |
|---|---|
| Four (4) copies Duly Accomplished Application Form | Office of the Building Official (OBO) |
| Two (2) copies of Barangay Clearance | Concerned Barangay |
| Two (2) copies of Tax Clearance and Certified True Copy (CTC) of Tax Declaration | Office of the City Assessor |
| Two (2) copies of Certified copy of Tax Declaration of the building | Office of the City Assessor |
| Two (2) copies of Lot Plan with Vicinity Map | Office of the City Assessor |
| Two (2) copies of Consent and Authority if applicant is not the registered lot owner | Concerned Offices or Private Individual |
| Two (2) copies of Demolition Permit Fee (Official Receipt) | Concerned Offices |
| CLIENT STEPS | AGENCY ACTIONS | FEES TO BE PAID | PROCESSING TIME | PERSON RESPONSIBLE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Submit accomplished form with all other requirements | 1. Evaluate and check the completeness of the documents | None | 30 mins | Engineer, Architect |
| 1.2 Conduct site inspection | None | 480 mins | Inspectorate Team | |
| 1.3 Assess and compute fees to be paid | None | 60 mins | Admin. Aide | |
| 1.4 Final evaluation and approval of compliance by Building Official | None | 240 mins | Building Official | |
| 2. Return on the date indicated, submit requirements | 2.0 If approved for payment, order of payment signed by Building Official | None | 30 mins | Building Official |
| 3. Submit Official Receipt (OR) | 3.0 The receipt is processed and the client is advised | None | 10 mins | Admin. Aide |
Total Processing Time: 1020 mins
6. Issuance of Indigenous Electrical Permit
To support the DOE’s rural electrification program for indigent households.
- Office or Division: Office of the Building Official (OBO)
- Classification: Highly Technical
- Type of Transaction: Government to Citizen (G2C)
- Who may avail: All
| CHECKLIST OF REQUIREMENTS | WHERE TO SECURE |
|---|---|
| Four (4) copies of Application Form for Indigenous Electrical Permit | Office of the Building Official (OBO) |
| Four (4) copies of Fire Clearance with Official Receipt | Bureau of Fire Protection |
| Three (3) copies of Tax Clearance | Office of the City Assessor |
| Two (2) copies of Consent and Authority | Concerned Offices or Private Professionals |
| Five (5) sets of Survey/Design plans signed and sealed | Private Professionals |
| CLIENT STEPS | AGENCY ACTIONS | FEES TO BE PAID | PROCESSING TIME | PERSON RESPONSIBLE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Submit accomplished form with all other requirements | 1. Review and check completeness of the documents | None | 30 mins | Sorters of OBO |
| 1.2 Evaluate, check and review the documents, give back for Fire Safety requirements | None | 720 mins | Admin. Aide | |
| 1.3 Conduct site inspection | None | 240 mins | Admin. Aide | |
| 1.4 Assess and compute fees, prepare endorsement | None | 60 mins | Building Official | |
| 2. Return to submit Fire Safety Clearance (FSEC) | 2.0 If approved for payment, order of payment is signed by Building Official | None | 30 mins | Building Official |
| 3. Submit Official Receipt (OR) | 3.0 Receipt processed and the client is advised | None | 10 mins | Admin. Aide |
Total Processing Time: 2400 mins
7. Issuance of Excavation Permit
A demolition permit is required before a property owner can legally demolish a structure.
Office or Division: Office of the Building Official (OBO)
Classification: Technical
Type of Transaction: Government to Citizen (G2C)
Who may avail: All
Checklist of Requirements:
| Requirement | Where to Secure |
|---|---|
| Four (4) copies of the duly accomplished application form signed and sealed by an architect or civil engineer for the total area to be excavated | Office of the Building Official (OBO) |
| Two (2) copies of Barangay Excavation Clearance | Concerned office |
| Two (2) copies of Tax Clearance and Certified True Copy (CTC) of Tax Declaration | Office of the City Assessor |
| Two (2) copies of Current Tax Receipt | Office of the City Treasurer |
| Two (2) copies of Lot Plan/ Sketch Plan with vicinity map signed and sealed by a Geodetic Engineer | Office of the City Assessor |
| Two (2) copies of Consent and Authority if the applicant is not the registered lot owner | Concerned offices or private individual |
| Two (2) copies of Original Certificate of Title (OCT)/ Transfer of Certificate of Title (TCT) or Deed of Absolute Sale or Lot Locational Plan from LRA (If Lessee, Contract of Lease) | Registry of Deeds or concerned offices |
| Two (2) copies of Special Power of Attorney (SPA) or Secretary’s certificate if the applicant is a corporation | Private individuals |
| Two (2) copies of Excavation Permit Fee (Official Receipt) | Concerned offices |
| Two (2) copies of DPWH Clearance if the proposed excavation is along a National Highway | DPWH |
- Only complete and compliant applications will be accepted.
- Keep your claim stub at all times. “NO CLAIM STUB, NO RELEASE!” Policy.
Client Steps & Agency Actions:
| Client Steps | Agency Actions | Fees to be Paid | Processing Time | Person Responsible |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Submit accomplished form together with all other requirements | 1.1 Evaluate, review, check and assess the completeness of the submitted documents in accordance with the checklist and standards set by the National Building Code and other statutory requirements | None | 30 minutes | Engineer, Architect, Electrical Engineer |
| 1.2 Conduct site inspection | None | 480 minutes | Inspectorate Team of OBO | |
| 1.3 Assess and compute fees to be paid | None | 40 minutes | Admin. Aide, Engineer, Architect | |
| 1.4 Final evaluation and approval of the documents for compliance | None | 240 minutes | Building Official | |
| 2. Return on the date indicated in the stub and inquire status of the application. If application is ready for payment, pay the required fees. Otherwise, if application is for compliance, get the documents, comply with the requirements, and go back to step 1. | 2.1 If the application is approved for payment, the order of payment shall be signed by the Building Official and issued by the assessment personnel | None | 30 minutes | Building Official and Assessor of OBO |
| 2.2 If the application is for compliance, the personnel in charge shall return the documents to the applicant for compliance of the remarks indicated in the correction sheet | None | 30 minutes | Officer of the Day | |
| 3. Present or submit the Official Receipt (OR) to the Person In Charge | 3.1 The receipt shall be accepted and recorded and the client is advised for the schedule of releasing | None | 10 minutes | Admin. Aide, Officer of the Day |
| 3.2 The documents shall be processed and prepared for releasing | None | 20 minutes | Admin. Aide | |
| 3.3 The Application shall be signed by the Building Official or his/her representative and forwarded to the employee in-charge for releasing | None | 60 minutes | Building Official, Electrical Engineer, Admin. Aide | |
| 3.4 The documents shall be sorted and prepared for releasing | None | 40 minutes | Admin. Aide | |
| 4. Claim the permit and sign the logbook or other transmittals for acknowledgment | 4.1 The permit shall be released to the applicant | None | 20 minutes | Releasing Personnel/Admin. Aide |
Total Processing Time:
- 1000 minutes (Approximately 16 hours and 40 minutes)
Fees to be Paid:
- Order of Payment will be based on the schedule of fees prescribed by the National Building Code, Zoning Ordinance, and Local Revenue Code.