Building Permit Requirements in Marikina, Metro Manila
(2025 Updated)
Last verified: December 3, 2024
Quick Summary
Estimated Fees
Contact City Engineering Office for current fee schedule
Processing Time
1-2 weeks including clearances
Plan Sets Required
5 sets
Documentary Requirements
Check off items as you prepare them:
- Notarized Unified Form for Building Permit & Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance Form
- Photocopies of PTR/PRC ID of Engineers/Architect who signed and sealed plans and forms
- Mayor's Permit or Business Permit (in Marikina City) of the contractor/Engineer or Architect in-charge
- Certified True Copy of Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) from Registry of Deeds, J.P. Rizal St., Concepcion 1
- Photocopies of Tax Declaration of Real Property (Land & Building) from Assessor's Office
- Photocopies of Tax Receipt of Real Property for current year (Amilyar)
- Application form for Locational Clearance from City Planning Office
- Barangay Clearance
- Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC)
Required Clearances
Barangay Clearance
- Valid ID of applicant/owner
- Proof of ownership (TCT or Tax Declaration)
- Cedula
Locational Clearance
Where: 2nd Floor, Marikina City Hall
- Application form from City Planning Office
- Barangay Clearance
- TCT or Tax Declaration copy
- Site development plan
Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance (FSEC)
- Building plans with fire safety features
- Electrical layout
- Fire safety checklist
Tips
- Department Head/OIC: Engr. Kennedy Sueno
- Contact: 948-1201/02 and 948-1206
- Location: 2nd Floor, Public Service Center Building, 5th St., Cor. Aquilina Extn., Sto. Niño
- Fast processing: 3-5 days if requirements are complete and compliant with NBC
- Registry of Deeds: J.P. Rizal St., Concepcion 1, Marikina City
- Assessor's Office: Ground Floor, Marikina City Hall
- City Planning Office: 2nd Floor, Marikina City Hall
- Downloadable forms at marikina.gov.ph/download-forms
Common Mistakes
- Missing PTR/PRC ID photocopies of professionals
- Contractor without valid Marikina business permit
- Not getting Locational Clearance first
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact the City Engineering Office in Marikina?
Call 948-1201/02 or 948-1206. The office is at 2nd Floor, Public Service Center Building, 5th St., Cor. Aquilina Extn., Sto. Niño, Marikina City. Department Head: Engr. Kennedy Sueno.
How long does building permit processing take in Marikina?
Marikina has one of the fastest processing times in Metro Manila - typically 3-5 days if requirements are complete and compliant with the National Building Code.
Where can I download building permit forms for Marikina?
Forms are available at marikina.gov.ph/download-forms including Unified Building Permit Form and requirements checklist.
Download Checklist
Get a printable PDF checklist for your building permit application
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Office Location
Marikina City Hall
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Marikina City Hall, Marikina City, Metro Manila
Landmark: Near Marikina Shoe Museum
Contact Information
2nd Floor, Public Service Center Building, 5th St., Cor. Aquilina Extn., Sto. Niño, Marikina City
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM