Requirement for processing building/construction approval and permit in Lagos state.


The following documents are required for processing the approvals and permit:

1) original copies of architectural drawing duly stamped and sealed with a stamp endorsed by the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON).


2). 5 original copies of structural drawings duly signed, sealed and dated together with a letter of supervision from an engineer registered with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), confirming that the building is constructed according to good standards and under the supervision of the engineer who will be responsible for any failures or defects on the project.


3). Calculation sheet for the materials to be used for the project, duly signed by the COREN registered engineer
Evidence of payment of assessment fees due on the application.

4). Certified true copy of title documents or confirmation letter from Lands Bureau in case title document process is on-going (i.e. certificate of occupancy, registered conveyance, governor's consent or letter of allocation).


5) Letter of structural stability/integrity report duly signed by a COREN registered engineer (in case of a construction/renovation of an existing building).

6). 2 passport photographs of the applicant(s).

Copy of current tax clearance certificate or evidence of updated personal income tax payment of the applicant(s)or tax clearance certificate of 2 directors if applicant is a company.

Development levy receipt
Site photograph

Conclusion
There are various outcomes for failure to obtain the necessary pre-construction permit/approvals, penalties include sealing of the property with a stop-work notice, sealing of the property's I, demolition of the property and imposition of fine on the property owner for failure to obtain the permit/approvals.


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