BUILDING PERMIT

OVERVIEW

The process involved in acquiring a building permit from the Sunyani West Municipal Assembly differs depending on whether the applicant is putting up a temporary or permanent structure.

Outlined below are the specific procedures for each case

ACQUIRING PERMIT FOR PERMANENT STRUCTURES

1. Proof of Title:
   Applicant must show proof of title by picking a land report form from the Physical Planning Department of the Assembly and attaching two (2) copies of the site plan for a report from either the Land Title Registry or the Lands Commission.
2. Submission of Building Drawings:
   Applicant must submit four (4) sets of building drawings to the Physical Planning Department.
3. Development Permit Form:
   Applicant must purchase and appropriately fill out the Development Permit Form / Jacket.
4. Submission Fees:
   Applicant must pay the required submission fees at the Revenue Office of the Assembly after a favourable land clearance report is obtained.
5. Soil Test and Fire Report (3-storey and above):
   For structures that are three (3) storeys and above, the applicant must attach a soil test and fire report.
6. Fire Permit (2-storey shops or offices and above):
   For two-storey shops or offices and above, the applicant must attach a fire permit from the Ghana Fire Service.
7. Commercial and Industrial Properties:
   For all commercial and industrial properties (e.g., warehouses, factories, etc.), applicants must attach:

• A fire report
• An environmental permit

• Structural Analysis (4-storey and above):
  For four (4) storey structures and above, the applicant must attach a structural analysis.

ACQUIRING PERMIT FOR TEMPORARY STRUCTURES

1. Proof of Title:
   Applicant must show proof of title to the land or space.
2. Consent from Landowner (if applicable):
   In the case where the land or space is owned by someone else, the owner must provide a consent letter or affidavit, which must be submitted with the application.
3. Structure Plan:
   Applicant is to submit a temporary structure plan showing:

• The position of the structure
• Dimensions
• Type of structure (i.e., metal container or wooden)

IMPORTANT NOTES (APPLICABLE TO ALL CASES)

1. Site Inspection:
   In all cases, whether involving permanent buildings or temporary structures, inspections will be carried out before permits are issued.
2. Queries:
   In the case of any query, the applicant will be notified through the contact number provided on the application form.

For further clarification or assistance, please contact the Physical Planning Department or the Revenue Office of the Sunyani West Municipal Assembly during working hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM