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Local Councils

Building permit

Bildin pɛmit

Who this is for

Anyone constructing, extending or materially altering a building.

What to bring

  • Approved building plansoriginal · 2 copies · from Registered architect or draughtsman
  • Proof of land ownership or titleoriginal · 1 copy · from Ministry of Lands
  • National ID card of the applicantoriginal · 1 copy · from NCRA
  • Site planoriginal · 1 copy · from Licensed surveyor

What to do

  1. Have building plans prepared and certified.
  2. Submit the plans and proof of ownership to the council.at Your local council
  3. Attend any site inspection the council arranges.at The site
  4. Collect the permit before starting construction.at Your local council

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Sources

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Last verified 2026-08-29

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