SECURING CERTIFICATE OF ZONING CLEARANCE FOR BUILDING PERMIT
About the Service: Applicants for Building Permit are required to secure a Certificate of Zoning Clearance from the City Planning & Development Office to ensure compatibility or conformity of the project with the existing Land Use Plan of the city, in accordance with City Zoning Ordinance No. 149, series 2000.
Requirement(s):
General: Additional:
Application Form DAR Clearance
Proof of Land Ownership Industrial Project Requirements
Vicinity Map Special Project Requirements
Site Development Plan Notarized Authority from Owner if Filed by
Floor Plan and Elevations another party
Zoning Certification Environmental Compliance Certificate or
Bill of Materials /Project Cost Certificate of Non-Coverage (ECC/CNC)
Barangay Clearance
How to Avail of the Service?
| FOLLOW THESE STEPS | IT WILL TAKE YOU | PLEASE APPROACH |
| 1. Submit application form and complete requirements to the CPDO Land Use and Zoning Administration Division | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 2. Wait for field inspection result or accompany zoning inspector during inspection. | 2 hours (longer if outside the urban area) | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 3. Go to CTO to pay Zoning Clearance Fee and Inspection Fee. | approx. 30 minutes (depending on the queue at the CTO) | CTO Personnel |
| 4. Return to CPDO to present receipt and claim approved Zoning Clearance Certificate. | 10 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
For Non-Conforming or Denied Applications
Applicant may opt to file an appeal with the City Zoning Board of Adjustment and Appeals and take the following the steps:
| FOLLOW THESE STEPS | IT WILL TAKE YOU | PLEASE APPROACH |
| 1. Submit Letter of Appeal to the CPDO Land Use and Zoning Administration Division | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 2. Secure schedule or time table of the action on the appeal by the Zoning Board Note: Zoning Board action is usually delivered within the prescribed 15-day response time | 2 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 3. Claim decision of the Zoning Board and Zoning Clearance granted on Variance or Exception Note: Issuance of Zoning Clearance as Variance is approved by the City Mayor |
SECURING CERTIFICATE OF ZONING CLASSIFICATION
About the Service: Real property owners of titled lots may secure a certificate of zoning classification for various purposes that such may serve them.
Requirement(s):
Request form/letter
Vicinity Map
Lot Plan
Proof of Land Ownership
Payment for Inspection Fee
Payment for Certification Fee
How to Avail of the Service?
| FOLLOW THESE STEPS | IT WILL TAKE YOU | PLEASE APPROACH |
| 1. Go to the CPDO Land Use and Zoning Administration Division, fill up request form and submit all requirements. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 2. Wait for field inspection result or accompany zoning inspector during inspection. | 2 hours (longer if outside the urban area) | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 3. Go to CTO to pay Zoning Certification Fee and Inspection Fee. | approx. 30 minutes (depending on the queue at the CTO) | CTO Personnel |
| 4. Return to CPDO to present receipt and claim Zoning Classification Certificate. | 10 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
4. SECURING CERTIFICATE OF NON-CONFORMANCE FOR BUSINESS PERMIT
About the Service: In line with the devolved functions from the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) and the City Zoning Ordinance, the CPDO through the Land Use and Zoning Administration Division also issues Certificate of Non-Conformance for existing business establishments whose activity do not conform with the approved land use zone.
Requirement(s):
Request letter
Notice of Non-Conformance
Proof of Land Ownership
As-built Plan of Project
Vicinity Map
How to Avail of the Service?
| FOLLOW THESE STEPS | IT WILL TAKE YOU | PLEASE APPROACH |
| 1. Go to the CPDO Land Use and Zoning Administration Division and submit all requirements. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 2. Wait for field inspection result or accompany zoning inspector during inspection. | 2 hours (longer if outside the urban area) | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 3. Go to CTO to pay Zoning Certification Fee and Inspection Fee. | approx. 30 minutes (depending on the queue at the CTO) | CTO Personnel |
| 4. Return to CPDO to present receipt and claim approved Certificate of Non-Conformance. | 10 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
5. SECURING SIMPLE SUBDIVISION APPROVAL
About the Service: In line with the devolved functions from the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) and the City Zoning Ordinance, the City Government has the mandate to process and approve subdivision projects.
Requirement(s):
Application Form
Three (3) sets of the following duly signed and sealed by a licensed Architect/Engineer:
o Site Development Plan
o Vicinity Map or Location Plan
Proof of Land Ownership
Certification from CEO/CPDO
Tax Declaration and current tax receipt
Payment for Simple Division Fee
Payment for Inspection Fee
How to Avail of the Service?
| FOLLOW THESE STEPS | IT WILL TAKE YOU | PLEASE APPROACH |
| 1. Go to the CPDO Land Use and Zoning Administration Division and submit application form with complete requirements. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 2. Wait for documents to be evaluated and secure schedule of inspection. | 1 day | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 3. Return to CPDO, get advice for payment and go to CTO to pay Simple Subdivision Fee and Inspection Fee. | approx. 30 minutes (depending on the queue at the CTO) | CTO Personnel |
| 4. Secure schedule of release from CPDO while documents will be forwarded to the Sangguniang Panlungsod for review and approval. | 1-2 weeks | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 5. Claim approved application for Simple Subdivision. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
SECURING PRELIMINARY SUBDIVISION DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPROVAL (PSDP)
About the Service: In line with the devolved functions from the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) and the City Zoning Ordinance, the City Government has the mandate to process and approve subdivision projects.
Requirement(s):
Application Form
Three (3) sets of Site Development Plan duly signed and sealed by a licensed Architect/Engineer
Vicinity Map signed and sealed by a licensed Geodetic Engineer
Topographic Plan signed and sealed by a licensed Geodetic Engineer
Survey plan of the lot based on the TCT signed and sealed by a licensed Geodetic Engineer
Two (2) copies of Certified True Copy of Title(s) and current Tax Receipts
Right to use or Deed of Sale of Right-of-Way for access road and other utilities if applicable
Payment for PSDP
Payment for Inspection Fee
Fee(s):
Inspection Fee – P 100.00
PSDP Fee – fee(s) vary depending on the area of development
How to Avail of the Service?
| FOLLOW THESE STEPS | IT WILL TAKE YOU | PLEASE APPROACH |
| 1. Go to the CPDO Land Use and Zoning Administration Division and submit application form with complete requirements. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 2. Wait for documents to be evaluated and secure schedule of inspection. | 1 day | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 3. Return to CPDO, get advice for payment and go to CTO to pay PSDP Fee and Inspection Fee. | approx. 30 minutes (depending on the queue at the CTO) | CTO Personnel |
| 4. Secure schedule of release from CPDO while documents will be forwarded to the Sangguniang Panlungsod for review and approval. | 1-2 weeks | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 5. Claim approved application for Preliminary Subdivision Development Plan. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
SECURING SUBDIVISION DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
About the Service: In line with the devolved functions from the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) and the City Zoning Ordinance, the City Government has the mandate to process and approve subdivision projects.
Requirement(s):
Application Form
All requirements for PSDP
Subdivision Development Plan
Civil and Sanitary Works Design
Two (2) copies of water system layout and details
Certified true copy of tax declaration
Zoning Certification from HLURB Regional Office
Certified true copy of DAR Conversion Order (if applicable)
Environmental Compliance Certificate or Certificate or Non-Coverage
Two (2) copies of Project Description
Plan specifications, bill of materials and cost estimates
Application for permit to drill from the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) if applicable
Traffic impact assessment for projects covering 30 hectares and above
List of Names of duly licensed professionals who signed the plans
Payment for Subdisision Development Permit
Payment for Inspection Fee
How to Avail of the Service?
| FOLLOW THESE STEPS | IT WILL TAKE YOU | PLEASE APPROACH |
| 1. Go to the CPDO Land Use and Zoning Administration Division and submit application form with complete requirements. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 2. Wait for documents to be evaluated and secure schedule of inspection. | 1 day | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 3. Return to CPDO, get advice for payment and go to CTO to pay Subdivision Development Permit Fee and Inspection Fee. | approx. 30 minutes (depending on the queue at the CTO) | CTO Personnel |
| 4. Secure schedule of release from CPDO while documents will be forwarded to the CEO for engineering review and technical evaluation and to the City Mayor for approval. | 10 days | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 5. Claim approved Subdivision Development Permit. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
8. SECURING APPROVAL FOR ALTERATION OF SUBDIVISION PLAN
About the service: In line with the devolved functions from the Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board (HLURB) and the City Zoning Ordinance, the City Government has the mandate to process and approve subdivision projects and related activities. Previously approved subdivision plans may apply for alteration whenever it is deemed fit.
Requirement(s):
1. Application Form
2. Four (4) copies of the Plan showing the proposed alteration
3. Letter stating the proposed or reason for the proposed alteration or conversion
4. Sworn statement that the affected lots or units for alteration have not been sold
5. Written conformity of the duly organized homeowners association or in the absence thereof, majority of the lot/units buyers, if applicable
6. Certified true copy of title(s) of the affected lots/units if applicable
How to Avail of the Service?
| FOLLOW THESE STEPS | IT WILL TAKE YOU | PLEASE APPROACH |
| 1. Go to the CPDO Land Use and Zoning Administration Division and submit application form with complete requirements. | 5 minutes | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 2. Wait for documents to be evaluated. | 1 day | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 3. Return to CPDO, get advice for payment and go to CTO to pay corresponding fee. | approx. 30 minutes (depending on the queue at the CTO) | CTO Personnel |
| 4. Secure schedule of release from CPDO while documents will be forwarded to the Sangguniang Panlungsod for review and approval. | 1-2 weeks | Zoning Division Personnel |
| 5. Claim approved application for revised Subdivision Development Plan. |
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