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Makikita mo agad ang estimated gastos para sa construction at permits.

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Tool built by a local Civil Engineer from Nagcarlan.

β‚± 748,000

Displayed total is the average estimated cost of the breakdown.
Enough to get your home structurally built and legally cleared in Nagcarlan.
Based on: Bungalow Β· 80 sqm Β· Bare Finish
Estimate valid for: Nagcarlan
This is a rough estimate based on current Nagcarlan data.

Not from Nagcarlan? No problem! You can still use this as a guide. Just remember costs might be different in other towns or provinces.
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Breakdown:

House Estimate:

β‚±9,000 Γ— 80 sqm
β‚±720,000

Permits:

β‚±28,000

Total:

β‚±748,000
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Now that you know the rough cost, it's time to check what permits you’ll need and where to get them in Nagcarlan.

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Building Permits in Nagcarlan

Before Building:

Building Permit

permit type:

Building Permit

[estimated cost]

β‚±

3500 – 4500

Includes Civil, Electrical, Plumbing, Line & Grade, and Surcharge fees. Based on official Nagcarlan receipts from 2025.
[requirements]
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application Form (3 copies)
    ‍
  • Five (5) sets of signed building plans
    ‍
  • Include: Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Sanitary
    ‍
  • Lot Plan / Site Development Plan
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • PRC ID and PTR of signing professionals
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (from BFP)
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application Form (3 copies)
    ‍
  • Five (5) sets of signed building plans
    ‍
  • Include: Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Sanitary
    ‍
  • Lot Plan / Site Development Plan
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • PRC ID and PTR of signing professionals
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (from BFP)
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
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[steps]
  1. Get a blank application form from the Municipal Engineering Office
    ‍
  2. Prepare all required plans and documents
    ‍
  3. Submit documents for initial review
    ‍
  4. Wait for assessment of permit fees
    ‍
  5. Pay fees at the Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  6. Return proof of payment to Engineering
    ‍
  7. Wait for processing and possible site inspection
    ‍
  8. Claim the approved Building Permit
  1. Get a blank application form from the Municipal Engineering Office
    ‍
  2. Prepare all required plans and documents
    ‍
  3. Submit documents for initial review
    ‍
  4. Wait for assessment of permit fees
    ‍
  5. Pay fees at the Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  6. Return proof of payment to Engineering
    ‍
  7. Wait for processing and possible site inspection
    ‍
  8. Claim the approved Building Permit
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[where to go]
Municipal Engineering Office
[timeline]
7–10 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
CLOSE

Zoning Clearance

permit type:

Zoning Clearance

[estimated cost]

β‚±

1,000 – 1,500

Required before Building Permit. Based on Nagcarlan LGU process.‍
[requirements]
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Vicinity Map / Lot Plan
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance Application Form
    ‍
  • Sketch or Google Map of lot location
    ‍
  • Valid ID of applicant
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Vicinity Map / Lot Plan
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance Application Form
    ‍
  • Sketch or Google Map of lot location
    ‍
  • Valid ID of applicant
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[steps]
  1. Get Zoning application form from MPDO
    ‍
  2. Submit completed form with supporting documents
    ‍
  3. Wait for the zoning officer to review the location
    ‍
  4. Pay zoning fee at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to MPDO
    ‍
  6. Wait for approval and release of clearance
  1. Get Zoning application form from MPDO
    ‍
  2. Submit completed form with supporting documents
    ‍
  3. Wait for the zoning officer to review the location
    ‍
  4. Pay zoning fee at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to MPDO
    ‍
  6. Wait for approval and release of clearance
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[where to go]
MPDO Office
[timeline]
5–7 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
CLOSE

Fire Safety Clearance

permit type:

Fire Safety Clearance

[estimated cost]

β‚±

800 – 1,200

Includes Fire Code Construction Tax & Filing Fee. Based on real 2025 receipts.
[requirements]
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Form
    ‍
  • Architectural and Floor Plans (with fire exit layout)
    ‍
  • Electrical Layout Plan
    ‍
  • Fire Extinguisher specs or quotation
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application copy
    ‍
  • PRC ID of signing engineer/architect
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Form
    ‍
  • Architectural and Floor Plans (with fire exit layout)
    ‍
  • Electrical Layout Plan
    ‍
  • Fire Extinguisher specs or quotation
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application copy
    ‍
  • PRC ID of signing engineer/architect
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
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[steps]
  1. Submit requirements to BFP Office
    ‍
  2. Wait for review by fire officer
    ‍
  3. Receive assessment of Fire Code fees
    ‍
  4. Pay fire fees at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to BFP
    ‍
  6. Wait for evaluation
    ‍
  7. Claim the Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
  1. Submit requirements to BFP Office
    ‍
  2. Wait for review by fire officer
    ‍
  3. Receive assessment of Fire Code fees
    ‍
  4. Pay fire fees at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to BFP
    ‍
  6. Wait for evaluation
    ‍
  7. Claim the Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
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[where to go]
BFP Nagcarlan
[timeline]
3–5 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
CLOSE
permit type:

Building Permit

[estimated cost]

β‚±

3500 – 4500

Includes Civil, Electrical, Plumbing, Line & Grade, and Surcharge fees. Based on official Nagcarlan receipts from 2025.
[requirements]
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application Form (3 copies)
    ‍
  • Five (5) sets of signed building plans
    ‍
  • Include: Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Sanitary
    ‍
  • Lot Plan / Site Development Plan
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • PRC ID and PTR of signing professionals
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (from BFP)
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application Form (3 copies)
    ‍
  • Five (5) sets of signed building plans
    ‍
  • Include: Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Sanitary
    ‍
  • Lot Plan / Site Development Plan
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • PRC ID and PTR of signing professionals
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (from BFP)
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
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[steps]
  1. Get a blank application form from the Municipal Engineering Office
    ‍
  2. Prepare all required plans and documents
    ‍
  3. Submit documents for initial review
    ‍
  4. Wait for assessment of permit fees
    ‍
  5. Pay fees at the Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  6. Return proof of payment to Engineering
    ‍
  7. Wait for processing and possible site inspection
    ‍
  8. Claim the approved Building Permit
  1. Get a blank application form from the Municipal Engineering Office
    ‍
  2. Prepare all required plans and documents
    ‍
  3. Submit documents for initial review
    ‍
  4. Wait for assessment of permit fees
    ‍
  5. Pay fees at the Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  6. Return proof of payment to Engineering
    ‍
  7. Wait for processing and possible site inspection
    ‍
  8. Claim the approved Building Permit
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[where to go]
Municipal Engineering Office
[timeline]
7–10 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
permit type:

Zoning Clearance

[estimated cost]

β‚±

1,000 – 1,500

Required before Building Permit. Based on Nagcarlan LGU process.‍
[requirements]
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Vicinity Map / Lot Plan
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance Application Form
    ‍
  • Sketch or Google Map of lot location
    ‍
  • Valid ID of applicant
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Vicinity Map / Lot Plan
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance Application Form
    ‍
  • Sketch or Google Map of lot location
    ‍
  • Valid ID of applicant
See More ↓
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[steps]
  1. Get Zoning application form from MPDO
    ‍
  2. Submit completed form with supporting documents
    ‍
  3. Wait for the zoning officer to review the location
    ‍
  4. Pay zoning fee at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to MPDO
    ‍
  6. Wait for approval and release of clearance
  1. Get Zoning application form from MPDO
    ‍
  2. Submit completed form with supporting documents
    ‍
  3. Wait for the zoning officer to review the location
    ‍
  4. Pay zoning fee at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to MPDO
    ‍
  6. Wait for approval and release of clearance
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[where to go]
MPDO Office
[timeline]
5–7 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
permit type:

Fire Safety Clearance

[estimated cost]

β‚±

800 – 1,200

Includes Fire Code Construction Tax & Filing Fee. Based on real 2025 receipts.
[requirements]
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Form
    ‍
  • Architectural and Floor Plans (with fire exit layout)
    ‍
  • Electrical Layout Plan
    ‍
  • Fire Extinguisher specs or quotation
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application copy
    ‍
  • PRC ID of signing engineer/architect
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Form
    ‍
  • Architectural and Floor Plans (with fire exit layout)
    ‍
  • Electrical Layout Plan
    ‍
  • Fire Extinguisher specs or quotation
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application copy
    ‍
  • PRC ID of signing engineer/architect
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
See More ↓
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[steps]
  1. Submit requirements to BFP Office
    ‍
  2. Wait for review by fire officer
    ‍
  3. Receive assessment of Fire Code fees
    ‍
  4. Pay fire fees at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to BFP
    ‍
  6. Wait for evaluation
    ‍
  7. Claim the Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
  1. Submit requirements to BFP Office
    ‍
  2. Wait for review by fire officer
    ‍
  3. Receive assessment of Fire Code fees
    ‍
  4. Pay fire fees at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to BFP
    ‍
  6. Wait for evaluation
    ‍
  7. Claim the Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
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[where to go]
BFP Nagcarlan
[timeline]
3–5 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’

After Building:

Occupancy Permit

permit type:

Occupancy Permit

[estimated cost]

β‚±

2,000 – 3,000

Required before applying for Meralco or officially moving in.
[requirements]
  • As-built plans (architectural, electrical, plumbing)
    ‍
  • Certificate of Completion (from engineer/contractor)
    ‍
  • Photocopy of Building Permit
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Inspection Certificate
    ‍
  • Electrical inspection clearance (CFEI)
  • As-built plans (architectural, electrical, plumbing)
    ‍
  • Certificate of Completion (from engineer/contractor)
    ‍
  • Photocopy of Building Permit
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Inspection Certificate
    ‍
  • Electrical inspection clearance (CFEI)
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[steps]
  1. Complete the post-construction checklist and submit the required documents.
    ‍
  2. Get your building inspected by the municipal engineer and BFP.
    ‍
  3. Pay the assessment fees.
    ‍
  4. Wait for approval and signature from the municipal engineer and mayor.
    ‍
  5. Receive the printed Occupancy Permit.
  1. Complete the post-construction checklist and submit the required documents.
    ‍
  2. Get your building inspected by the municipal engineer and BFP.
    ‍
  3. Pay the assessment fees.
    ‍
  4. Wait for approval and signature from the municipal engineer and mayor.
    ‍
  5. Receive the printed Occupancy Permit.
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[where to go]
Municipal Engineering Office
[timeline]
1–2 weeks (depends on inspection and scheduling)
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
CLOSE

Meralco Application

permit type:

Meralco Application

[estimated cost]

β‚±

1,200 – 2,000

Connection will not be scheduled unless CFEI and grounding inspection are complete.
[requirements]
  • CFEI (from the LGU Electrical Inspector)
    ‍
  • Valid government-issued ID
    ‍
  • Barangay Clearance (optional but often requested)
    ‍
  • Proof of ownership or occupancy (Building Permit or lease)
    ‍
  • Accomplished Meralco Application Form
  • CFEI (from the LGU Electrical Inspector)
    ‍
  • Valid government-issued ID
    ‍
  • Barangay Clearance (optional but often requested)
    ‍
  • Proof of ownership or occupancy (Building Permit or lease)
    ‍
  • Accomplished Meralco Application Form
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[steps]
  1. Secure Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI) from the Municipal Engineer.
    ‍
  2. Submit your CFEI + valid ID to Meralco.
    ‍
  3. Fill out Meralco's application form.
    ‍
  4. Pay application fee and meter fee.
    ‍
  5. Wait for Meralco to conduct inspection and install the connection.
  1. Secure Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI) from the Municipal Engineer.
    ‍
  2. Submit your CFEI + valid ID to Meralco.
    ‍
  3. Fill out Meralco's application form.
    ‍
  4. Pay application fee and meter fee.
    ‍
  5. Wait for Meralco to conduct inspection and install the connection.
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[where to go]
Meralco Business Center – San Pablo City
[timeline]
5–15 working days depending on area
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
CLOSE
permit type:

Building Permit

[estimated cost]

β‚±

3500 – 4500

Includes Civil, Electrical, Plumbing, Line & Grade, and Surcharge fees. Based on official Nagcarlan receipts from 2025.
[requirements]
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application Form (3 copies)
    ‍
  • Five (5) sets of signed building plans
    ‍
  • Include: Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Sanitary
    ‍
  • Lot Plan / Site Development Plan
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • PRC ID and PTR of signing professionals
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (from BFP)
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application Form (3 copies)
    ‍
  • Five (5) sets of signed building plans
    ‍
  • Include: Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Sanitary
    ‍
  • Lot Plan / Site Development Plan
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • PRC ID and PTR of signing professionals
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (from BFP)
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
See More ↓
See less ↑
[steps]
  1. Get a blank application form from the Municipal Engineering Office
    ‍
  2. Prepare all required plans and documents
    ‍
  3. Submit documents for initial review
    ‍
  4. Wait for assessment of permit fees
    ‍
  5. Pay fees at the Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  6. Return proof of payment to Engineering
    ‍
  7. Wait for processing and possible site inspection
    ‍
  8. Claim the approved Building Permit
  1. Get a blank application form from the Municipal Engineering Office
    ‍
  2. Prepare all required plans and documents
    ‍
  3. Submit documents for initial review
    ‍
  4. Wait for assessment of permit fees
    ‍
  5. Pay fees at the Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  6. Return proof of payment to Engineering
    ‍
  7. Wait for processing and possible site inspection
    ‍
  8. Claim the approved Building Permit
See More ↓
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[where to go]
Municipal Engineering Office
[timeline]
7–10 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
permit type:

Zoning Clearance

[estimated cost]

β‚±

1,000 – 1,500

Required before Building Permit. Based on Nagcarlan LGU process.‍
[requirements]
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Vicinity Map / Lot Plan
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance Application Form
    ‍
  • Sketch or Google Map of lot location
    ‍
  • Valid ID of applicant
  • Barangay Clearance
    ‍
  • Vicinity Map / Lot Plan
    ‍
  • Tax Declaration or TCT
    ‍
  • Bill of Materials
    ‍
  • Zoning Clearance Application Form
    ‍
  • Sketch or Google Map of lot location
    ‍
  • Valid ID of applicant
See More ↓
See less ↑
[steps]
  1. Get Zoning application form from MPDO
    ‍
  2. Submit completed form with supporting documents
    ‍
  3. Wait for the zoning officer to review the location
    ‍
  4. Pay zoning fee at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to MPDO
    ‍
  6. Wait for approval and release of clearance
  1. Get Zoning application form from MPDO
    ‍
  2. Submit completed form with supporting documents
    ‍
  3. Wait for the zoning officer to review the location
    ‍
  4. Pay zoning fee at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to MPDO
    ‍
  6. Wait for approval and release of clearance
See More ↓
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[where to go]
MPDO Office
[timeline]
5–7 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
permit type:

Fire Safety Clearance

[estimated cost]

β‚±

800 – 1,200

Includes Fire Code Construction Tax & Filing Fee. Based on real 2025 receipts.
[requirements]
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Form
    ‍
  • Architectural and Floor Plans (with fire exit layout)
    ‍
  • Electrical Layout Plan
    ‍
  • Fire Extinguisher specs or quotation
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application copy
    ‍
  • PRC ID of signing engineer/architect
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
  • Fire Safety Evaluation Form
    ‍
  • Architectural and Floor Plans (with fire exit layout)
    ‍
  • Electrical Layout Plan
    ‍
  • Fire Extinguisher specs or quotation
    ‍
  • Building Permit Application copy
    ‍
  • PRC ID of signing engineer/architect
    ‍
  • Photocopy of valid ID (applicant)
See More ↓
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[steps]
  1. Submit requirements to BFP Office
    ‍
  2. Wait for review by fire officer
    ‍
  3. Receive assessment of Fire Code fees
    ‍
  4. Pay fire fees at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to BFP
    ‍
  6. Wait for evaluation
    ‍
  7. Claim the Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
  1. Submit requirements to BFP Office
    ‍
  2. Wait for review by fire officer
    ‍
  3. Receive assessment of Fire Code fees
    ‍
  4. Pay fire fees at Treasurer’s Office
    ‍
  5. Return receipt to BFP
    ‍
  6. Wait for evaluation
    ‍
  7. Claim the Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance
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[where to go]
BFP Nagcarlan
[timeline]
3–5 business days
Download Full Checklist (PDF) β†’
Download After Build Checklist (PDF)
Download Full Permit Checklist (PDF)
Includes estimated costs, office locations, and step-by-step instructions.

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After Building

permit type:

Occupancy Permit

[estimated cost]

β‚±

2,000 – 3,000

Required before applying for Meralco or officially moving in.
[requirements]
  • As-built plans (architectural, electrical, plumbing)
    ‍
  • Certificate of Completion (from engineer/contractor)
    ‍
  • Photocopy of Building Permit
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Inspection Certificate
    ‍
  • Electrical inspection clearance (CFEI)
  • As-built plans (architectural, electrical, plumbing)
    ‍
  • Certificate of Completion (from engineer/contractor)
    ‍
  • Photocopy of Building Permit
    ‍
  • Fire Safety Inspection Certificate
    ‍
  • Electrical inspection clearance (CFEI)
See More ↓
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[steps]
  1. Complete the post-construction checklist and submit the required documents.
    ‍
  2. Get your building inspected by the municipal engineer and BFP.
    ‍
  3. Pay the assessment fees.
    ‍
  4. Wait for approval and signature from the municipal engineer and mayor.
    ‍
  5. Receive the printed Occupancy Permit.
  1. Complete the post-construction checklist and submit the required documents.
    ‍
  2. Get your building inspected by the municipal engineer and BFP.
    ‍
  3. Pay the assessment fees.
    ‍
  4. Wait for approval and signature from the municipal engineer and mayor.
    ‍
  5. Receive the printed Occupancy Permit.
See More ↓
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[where to go]
Municipal Engineering Office
[timeline]
1–2 weeks (depends on inspection and scheduling)
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permit type:

Meralco Application

[estimated cost]

β‚±

1,200 – 2,000

Connection will not be scheduled unless CFEI and grounding inspection are complete.
[requirements]
  • CFEI (from the LGU Electrical Inspector)
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  • Valid government-issued ID
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  • Barangay Clearance (optional but often requested)
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  • Proof of ownership or occupancy (Building Permit or lease)
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  • Accomplished Meralco Application Form
  • CFEI (from the LGU Electrical Inspector)
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  • Valid government-issued ID
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  • Barangay Clearance (optional but often requested)
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  • Proof of ownership or occupancy (Building Permit or lease)
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  • Accomplished Meralco Application Form
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[steps]
  1. Secure Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI) from the Municipal Engineer.
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  2. Submit your CFEI + valid ID to Meralco.
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  3. Fill out Meralco's application form.
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  4. Pay application fee and meter fee.
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  5. Wait for Meralco to conduct inspection and install the connection.
  1. Secure Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI) from the Municipal Engineer.
    ‍
  2. Submit your CFEI + valid ID to Meralco.
    ‍
  3. Fill out Meralco's application form.
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  4. Pay application fee and meter fee.
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  5. Wait for Meralco to conduct inspection and install the connection.
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[where to go]
Meralco Business Center – San Pablo City
[timeline]
5–15 working days depending on area
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