In an effort to uphold the integrity of physical planning regulations in Lagos, the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Oluyinka Olumide, has sent a resounding message to property owners and developers. He strongly advises them to acquire proper planning licenses before embarking on construction projects, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the terms specified in their permits.
Mr. Olumide's statement comes as a response to the rampant disregard for physical planning regulations across the state. He has made it clear that no one, regardless of their standing, will be exempt from the enforcement of these laws.
Here are the 27 essential documents required for those seeking building approval in Lagos:
- Five original copies of architecturally stamped and sealed drawings endorsed by the Architects Registration Council of Nigeria (ARCON).
- Five original copies of structurally signed, sealed, and dated drawings with a letter of supervision from a COREN-registered engineer.
- A calculation sheet for project materials signed by a COREN-registered engineer.
- Proof of payment for application assessment fees.
- Five original copies of mechanical and electrical drawings if applicable.
- Certified copies of title documents (e.g., certificate of occupancy, conveyance, governor’s consent, or letter of allocation).
- Confirmation or clearance letter from the Lands Bureau.
- Clearance letter from the Land Use Allocation Committee.
- Fire safety clearance from Lagos State Fire Service.
- Metroline corridor clearance from Lagos State Ministry of Transport.
- Traffic impact assessment report from Lagos State Ministry of Transport.
- Drainage clearance from the Office of Drainage Services.
- Confirmation letter from New Towns Development Authority.
- Soil test report.
- Environmental impact assessment report.
- Structural stability/integrity report by a COREN-registered engineer for renovations.
- Physical Planning Technical Report from LASPPPA.
- Clearance letter from the Nigerian Air and Civil Aviation.
- Clearance letter from LASURA.
- Original sun-print survey plan.
- Tenement rate or land use charge receipt, or sworn affidavit as to payment.
- Two passport photographs of the applicant(s).
- Copies of current tax clearance certificate or income tax payment evidence.
- Evidence of Pay As You Earn (P.A.Y.E) returns for companies.
- Certificate of incorporation for companies.
- Development levy receipt.
- Site photographs to complete the documentation process.
