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WHO CAN APPLY?

Any person or organization who has legal title to immobile property or plot of land and intends to develop, redevelop/renovate or change its use.

HOW TO APPLY

Purchase the Building Permit Application Form (BPA) and TCP Form 1 from Revenue office (Room 36) and Development Control Unit (Room 47) at main office respectively.

REQUIREMENTS

The Prospective Developer must have the following:

Step 1
Clearance letter after official search on status of land from Lands Commission/Land Title Registry upon issuance of a search letter by the Development Control Unit.
Step 2
Three (3) sets of working drawings with the following requirements; i. Site Plan (scale 1:1:250 or 1:2, 500) ii. Building, Fence, and Block Plans (scale not less than) 1:20 or 1:40 or metric equivalent 1:1000 & 1:2000).
Step 3
Building Permit Application Form and Physical Planning Department Form 1.
Step 4
Ensure that the underlisted professionals sign the various plans to be attached to the Building Permit Application. i. Professional Town Planner to sign the Block Plan ii.Architect or Licensed draughtsman for Architectural plans. iii. Civil or Structural Engineer for structural drawings for Three (3) storey and above.

Please Note

You may have to provide the following reports if your development is a multi-storey structure or complex: Environmental Impact Assessment Report, Structural Report, Fire Service report, Hydro Report, geological Report or Traffic Management Report.

As a Planning Officer, I must inform you that approving a multi-storey structure or complex requires rigorous vetting to ensure public safety, environmental sustainability, and orderly urban growth. For your permit to be granted, you must submit an Environmental Impact Assessment Report and a Geological Report to prove the site is ecologically safe and the soil can support a heavy load without sinking. Additionally, a certified Structural Report is mandatory to guarantee the engineering integrity of the building against collapse, while a Hydro Report must demonstrate that the development will not cause localized flooding or overwhelm our municipal drainage systems. [1]
Furthermore, your application must include a Fire Service Report and a Traffic Management Report to protect both the occupants and the wider community. The fire report must verify that the complex features adequate emergency exits, hydrants, and evacuation routes approved by the authorities. Meanwhile, the traffic report must prove that the influx of vehicles will not cause gridlock on local roads and that you have provisioned sufficient on-site parking. Meeting these critical technical requirements is essential for safeguarding lives and securing your official development permit. [1]
If you are ready to proceed, please let me know the exact location of your project or if you need the contact details for the regulatory agencies that must sign off on these reports.
 
 
 
 

SUBMISSION

  • Submit completed forms with all other requirements as specified in the Building Permit Application and TCP 1 Forms to the officer in charge at the Development control office Room 47.
  • On submission, applicant is informed of corrections to be made or additions if any; the processing fee and date for inspection of site (if necessary).

PROCESSING PROCEDURE

  • Team of officers from Physical Planning and Works Departments inspects the site with the Developer within two (2) weeks of receipt of application to confirm the site as shown on the Site Plan and its suitability for the proposed development.
  • The Statutory Planning Committee Secretary (Metropolitan Physical Planning Officer) process the application within two (2) weeks after inspection of site.
  • Technical Committee meets to evaluate the application, visits site and makes recommendation to the Statutory Planning Committee (SPC) within four (4) weeks after inspection of site.
  • Statutory Planning Committee considers the Development Applications within fourteen (14) working days after the Technical Committee meeting.
  • The Statutory Planning Committee Secretary submits approved plans to the Metro Works Department for issuing of development permit within five (5) working days.

COLLECTION OF PERMIT

  • Receipt issued as payment for processing fee is NOT a Building Permit.
  • Permit can be obtained within the stipulated three (3) month subject to proper title to land and standard drawings,
  • Development must conform to the approved Planning Scheme.
  • Fees charge are subject to change and regulated by Fee Fixing Resolution adopted by the General Assembly annually.
  • Do not make any false declaration on your application else your application shall be rejected.

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Akasiri J. Atibila Head Of Planning Dept

Mr. Akasir J. Atibila is the Head of Physical Planning. He leads the department in managing land use, zoning regulations, and urban development strategies to build sustainable local communities. Contact: 0246978234

Madam Fuastina Sec. Planning Dept

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Building Permit & Construction FAQs

Embark on a journey through our Building Permit FAQs, where we address common inquiries about initiating, enhancing, and legalizing your construction projects. Explore the fusion of structural safety and compliance as we navigate the intricacies of standard development planning tailored to support your unique build.

Most Questions Asked About Building Permit

Whats business permit about?

Development and Building permitting is the main instrument for controlling or managing physical development. Development permit in this context refers to permits issued in relation to planning and building applications Effective development management promotes orderliness, convenience of movement, public safety and enhanced economic development.

  • Development Permit: Also known as planning permission, it ensures your project (including land sub-division or change of land use) conforms to the area's zoning status, setbacks, and density limits.
  • Building Permit: Specifically authorizes the physical construction to begin, ensuring the structure’s foundation, structural integrity, and materials meet minimum life and safety standards. 

Yes. Under the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), all physical developments require a permit. This includes constructing new buildings, structural alterations, transformations, or even erecting advertisements and hoardings. 

Requirements can vary slightly, but generally, you will need to submit the following to your Physical Planning Department

  • Completed permit application forms (purchased from the Assembly).
  • Proof of land ownership from the Lands Commission.
  • Four sets of architectural drawings signed by a certified architect.
  • Four sets of structural drawings signed by a certified engineer.
  • Reports from the Ghana National Fire Service and an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) permit
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  • Fees: Generally range between ₵200 and ₵500 for standard residential projects, and ₵1,000 to ₵5,000 for commercial developments, depending on the municipality or district.
  • Timeline: The approval process typically takes between 6 to 12 weeks, provided your application is complete and error-free upon submission.

According to Legislative Instrument (L.I.) 1630, a building permit is valid for 5 years. If your project is not completed within this timeframe, you must apply to your local Assembly for an extension of time

Building without approval is illegal. The local authorities have the legal mandate to penalize you, seal your premises, or even demolish the unapproved structures without prior compensation.

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