The Municipal Engineering Office is primarily responsible in the administration and implementation of all government infrastructure projects including the preparation of all detailed engineering designs, field surveys, cost estimates, plans, and specifications.

The Municipal Engineer is also mandated to act as the Local Building Official. As such, she shall be responsible in the enforcement of the provisions of the National Building Code (PD 1096) and its IRR, such as, but not limited to the administrative control and/ or supervision of all activities relating to the processing & issuance of Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy covering the construction, addition, repair, renovation and/or demolition of buildings/structures within the locality.

Objective

  1. To initiate, review and recommend changes in policies and objectives, plans and programs, techniques, procedures and practices in infrastructure development and public works in general of the local government unit;
  2. Advise the Mayor in infrastructure, public works and other engineering matters;
  3. Administer, coordinate, supervise and control the construction, maintenance, improvement and repair/rehabilitation of public buildings, roads and bridges and other engineering and public projects of the local government;
  4. Provide engineering services to the local government unit concerned including technical investigation and survey, engineering design, feasibility studies and project management;
  5. Strict and impartial enforcement of the provisions of Building Code and its IRR, as well as circulars, memoranda, opinions and decisions/ orders issued pursuant thereto;
  6. Accomplish other duties and task of the Building Official as may be assigned by the DPWH Secretary from time to time;
  7. To exercise other powers and performance of such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or ordinance.

Mission

The Municipal Engineering Office of Viga aims to adapt measures efficiently and effectively to provide support to the maximum standard of service to the public.

Vision

The Municipal Engineering Office of Viga shall be a dynamic and competitive in service to the public through comprehensive infrastructures and facility’s development that promotes balance environment to all Viganons.

Services

CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE SERVICES

  • Preparation of Detailed Engineering Design, Program of Works, Plans & Specifications and Implementation of Infra Projects
  • Technical Assistance To Barangays

SPECIAL PROJECTS SERVICES

  • Preparation of Detailed Engineering Design, Program of Works, Plans & Specifications and Implementation of Infra Projects
  • Data Uploader in SubayBayan Portal
    • ( SubayBAYAN is the new and improved DILG Infrastructure monitoring system that covers all OPDS locally funded projects by the department. It includes Geo-tagging, Map Integration, Physical and Financial Monitoring Graphs, Reports and other useful analytical tools

BUILDING REQUIREMENTS SERVICES

  • Acts as Building Official of the Municipality
  • Implementation of PD 1096 -National Building Code
  • Issuance of Building & Occupancy Permits, Building Certifications and Other Related Documents

Municipal Building Office Schedule

TimeActivities
8:00 am — 12:00 pm
1 :00 pm — 1 pm		Evaluation/Assessment/Processing of permits & clearances.
Preparation of response to communications that were received
Attending to requests and complaints relative to building
1 :30 pm — 5:00 pmBuilding inspection for occupancy permit/business permit application, electrical connection for indigenous dwellings, annual inspection of all business establishments, on-going construction within the territorial jurisdictions, action taken on various requests and complaints relative to building, apprehension of illegal construction.

Securing a Building Permit

About the Service

A BUILDING Permit is required prior to construction, erection, alteration, major repair, or renovation or conversion of any building/structure owned by government or private entities.

The permit becomes null and void if work does not commence within 1 year from the date Of such permit, or if the building or work is suspended or abandoned at any time after it has been commenced for a period of 120 days.

Requirements

  • 5 copies Lot Plan with Certification of a Geodetic Engineer (GE) that the proposed building will not encroach on adjoining properties
  • 5 copies Site Development Plan indicating the setback/yard distances at the front, sides and back with Perspective
  • 5 copies Site Development Plan indicating the setback/yard distances at the front, sides and back with Perspective
  • 5 copies Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates
  • 5 copies Specifications
  • 3 copies Title of Property (Transfer Certificate of Title)
  • 3 copies Deed of Sale/Lease Contract/Contract to Sell, if the TCT is not in the name of the owner/applicant
  • 3 copies Latest Tax Declaration and Certificate of Real Property Tax Payment  1 piece Construction Log Book
  • Application Forms (Building, Sanitary/Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical)
  • 2 copies Structural Design Computations with Seismic Analysis which conform to the latest NSCP for 2 storey and above or 1 storey with attic/mezzanine/roof deck/penthouse
  • 2 copies Previous Approved Plan or Permit in case of addition, alteration and renovation
  • 2 copies Certification regarding structural stability of existing foundation in case of addition
  • 2 copies Plate Load Test Analysis — for 3 storey or 2 storey with attic/mezzanine/roof deck/penthouse  2 copies Soil Boring Test Result – for 4 storey or 3 storey with attic/mezzanine/roof deck/penthouse
  • 2 copies Clearances from other government agencies exercising regulatory functions such as:
  • 2 copies Clearances from other government agencies exercising regulatory functions such as:
    • Housing and Land Use Regulatory Board — for zoning and land use of all types of building/structure
    • Bureau of Fire Protection — for all types of buildings/structure
    • Environment and Natural Resources Office/Department of Environment and Natural Resources — for all commercial and industrial buildings
    • Department of Labor and Employment — for industrial buildings
    • Department of Health — for health hazard related building/structure
    • Air Transportation Office — for buildings exceeding 45.00 meters in height
    • Philippine Tourism Authority — for tourist oriented project
    • Department of Education Culture and Sports — for educational building
    • Energy Regulatory Board — for gas stations

Note:

  • The number of copies indicated above already includes the requirements for securing a Zoning Clearance (from the Municipal Planning and Development Office) and a Fire Clearance (Bureau of Fire Protection)
  • For commercial and industrial buildings, provide one (l) set of building plans and documents for submission to the Environment and Natural Resources Office
  • For industrial buildings, provide additional 4 copies of electrical and mechanical plan, specifications and bill of materials and cost estimates for submission to the Department of Labor and Employment.
  • If all the clearances have been secured, the rest of the other documents indicated above are required to be submitted to the office of the building official:
    • 4 sets Building Plans
    • 3 copies Specifications
    • 3 copies Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates
    • 3 copies Lot Documents

To facilitate processing, please take note of the following before submitting the plans and other requirements above to the MEO

  • Requirements of the National Building Code.
  • Requirements of the Referral Codes [Architectural Code, Philippine Electrical Code (PEC), Revised Plumbing Code, Structural Code [NSCP], Mechanical Engineering Code [PSMEI).
  • Laws and Municipal Ordinances affecting the design/project
  • Compliance with BP 344 (Accessible Law) shall be indicated in detail on plans for commercial, institutional and public buildings.
  • If setback/yard requirements are not met on the side and at the back/rear then a firewall (strictly no opening) extending up at least 1 meter from the roof level shall be provided. It shall be indicated on the site development plan with owner’s conformity.
  • Grease Traps/Oil Separator shall be provided for hotels, restaurants, eateries, terminals, gasoline stations, auto repair shops, bakeries and other similar establishments.
  • All revisions/additions made in the plans shall have an acknowledgement from the designer.
  • Special Power of Attorney shall be provided if the owner is not the signatory in all application forms, plans, and documents
  • All application forms and letters must be properly filled-up with all the necessary information available.
  • Forms and letters, Plans, Specifications, Bill of Materials and cost estimates and other pertinent documents must be signed and sealed by the designer and signed by the owner.
  • Ask for building permit application forms with list of the requirements
FOLLOW THESE STEPSIT WILL TAKE YOUPLEASE APPROACH
1. Secure Building Permit Application
  • Ask for building permit application forms with list of the requirements
    		• 15 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    2. Secure Endorsement an Clearances to other Offices/Agencies
  • Present the plans and the required supporting documents to any member of the Building Staff for initial verification of the requirements.
  • Then, an endorsement to other offices/agency (Fire
    Department, ENRO, DOLE., etc.) will be given to the application to the secure the required clearances
    		• 15 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    3. Submit Requirements
  • Submit the plans and the required supporting documents and clearances to the receiving section.
  • In his/her absence, the other members of the Building staff will take charge
    		• 30 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    4. Line and Grade Verification
  • Technical staff in-charge will conduct site inspection to establish and determine setbacks and grades in relation to the road lots, property lines, street or highways
    		• 120 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I

    JOSEPH B. TORNO
    Engineering Assistant I

    PRISCO T. TUBATO
    Construction & Maintenance Foreman
    5. Evaluation and Assessment
  • Engineering personnel shall evaluate and assesses Line and Grade, Structural Plans and related documents;
  • Evaluate Architectural Plans and related documents;
  • Evaluate and assesses Plumbing/Sanitary Plans and related documents;
  • Evaluate and assesses Mechanical Plans and related documents;
  • Evaluate and assesses Electrical Plans and related documents;
    		• 5 hoursJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I

    ROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer
    6. Returned Plans and Documents (OPTIONAL, if there are no deficiencies, proceed to step 8)
  • Receive the plans and documents for correction. If there are deficiencies found in the plans and pertinent documents
    		• 15 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    7.Submit Lacking Documents & Review Corrected Plans/Documents
  • Client submits the lacking documents/corrected plans to any member of the Building Staff for review
  • The technical staff reviews the submitted corrected plans and completeness of the documents for processing
    		• 15 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I

    ROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer
    8. Issuance of Order of Payment
  • Receive the Order of Payment if the application is found to be complete and in order
    		• 10 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    9. Submit Official Receipts & Processing of Permits
  • Client will go back to the Building Office and submits the official receipt
  • Building Staff processes the plans and pertinent documents for final approval of building official
    		• 120 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I

    ROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer
    10. Approval of Permit
  • Building Official approves the building permit
    		• 10 minutesROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer
    11. Release of Permit
  • Receive the approved permit after 1 day from submission of the official receipt
    		• 10 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I

    Securing a Certificate of Occupancy

    About the Service

    That no building/structure shall be used until the building official has issued a Certificate of Occupancy therefore as provided in the code. However, a Partial Certificate of Occupancy may be issued for the use/occupancy of a portion or portions of a building/structure prior to the completion of the entire building/structure.

    Requirements

    • 3 copies of duly accomplished application form for Certificate of Occupancy (NBC Form No. B-11)
    • 3 copies of duly accomplished & notarized form for Certificate of Completion (NBC Form No. B-10)
    • 3 copies sets of As-Built Plans showing the deviations made from the approved building plans, prepared, signed, and sealed over the printed names of the duly licensed & registered professionals who signed the approved building plans.
    • Duly accomplished Construction Logbook with certificate from the duly licensed and registered Civil Engineer or Architect-in-charge of construction.
    • Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC)

    How to Avail of the Services

    FOLLOW THESE STEPSIT WILL TAKE YOUPLEASE APPROACH
    1. Submit the application form & documents/clearances from other offices/agencies10 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    2. Review documents & issue order of payment.15 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    3. Submit official receipt & process certificate20 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    4. Approves and releases the certificate of occupancy15 minutesROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer

    Securing Building Inspection Clearance for Business Permit

    About the Service

    Business enterprises are required to secure Building Inspection approval from the Municipal Engineer’s Office before the start of commercial operations and during annual renewal of business permits.

    This is part of the process of securing a Business Permit/Mayor’s Permit.

    Requirements

    • Business License Application/Assessment Form
    • Detailed information about the business and sketch of location (for new enterprises)

    How to Avail of the Service

    FOLLOW THESE STEPSIT WILL TAKE YOUPLEASE APPROACH
    1. Submit Requirements
  • Submit the detailed information of the business and sketch of location for site inspection
    		• 10 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    2. Building Inspection
  • Technical staff/building inspectors conduct actual building inspection for compliance with the National Building Code, referral codes, laws and ordinances
    		• 30 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    3. Signing of Building Official of
    Inspection Report
  • Building Official signs the inspection report prepared by the building inspector
    		• 30 minutesROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer
    4. Perform Corrections/Comply Building Requirements
  • Applicant receives the inspection report and make the necessary correction/comply building requirements listed in the inspection report. Then the applicant will inform the building inspectors that the corrections have been done for re-inspection
    		• 15 minutesPRISCO T. TUBATO
    Construction & Maintenance Foreman

    JOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    5. Re-inspection of the Building
  • Technical staff conducts re-inspection if the deficiencies stated at the inspection report have been corrected
    		• 30 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I

    ROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer
    6. Submit Official Receipt & Process Clearance/Certificate15 minutesJESTER PAUL V TUIBEO
    Admin Aide Ill (Utility Worker Il)

    JOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    7. Approval & Release of Clearance/Certificate5 minutesROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer

    Securing of Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI)

    About the Service

    Individuals, firms or corporations applying for occupancy permit and/or electrical service connection from electric utility

    Requirements

    • Approved Electrical Permit
    • 3 sets of As-Built Electrical Plan signed and sealed by Professional Electrical Engineer
    • 3 sets of Certificate of Completion Form signed and sealed by qualified Electrical Practitioner who is in-charge on the electrical installation & notarized
    • 3 sets of As-Built Electrical Specifications signed and sealed by designing professional Electrical Engineer
    • 3 sets of CFEI form signed by qualified Electrical Practitioner

    How to Avail of the Service

    FOLLOW THESE STEPSIT WILL TAKE YOUPLEASE APPROACH
    1. Submit Requirements
  • Submit the required documents to Municipal Engineer's Office for verification
    		• 10 minutesNICOMEDES M IBAYAN
    Administrative Aide VI (Labor Foreman)

    JOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    2. Building Inspection
  • Conduct electrical inspection and submit inspection report to the Municipal Engineer
    		• 1 hourNICOMEDES M. IBAYAN
    Administrative Aide VI (Labor Foreman)

    JOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    3. Perform Corrections/Comply for Requirement
  • Inform the client of defects if any, and advice for recommendations. If no defect found, proceed to step #5.
    		• 30 minutesNICOMEDES M- IBAYAN
    Administrative Aide VI (Labor Foreman)
    4. Re-inspection of Building
  • Conduct final electrical inspection and submit inspection report to Municipal Engineer
    		• 30 minutesNICOMEDES M- IBAYAN
    Administrative Aide VI (Labor Foreman)
    5. Issues an Order of Payment & Submit Official Receipt/s10 minutesJOSE T. OLFINDO
    Project Evaluation Officer I
    6. Secure Approved Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection5 minutesROSELLE C. TURREDA
    Municipal Engineer

    Securing Other Building-Related Permits

    About the Service

    Aside from a building permit, the Office of the Building Official/Municipal Engineer’s Office, issues other permits that are required before the renovation, construction or demolition of any structure.

    Types of Permits and Requirement(s)

    ELECTRICAL PERMIT

    This document is required before putting up new or additional, or alteration of electrical installations involving at least 20 outlets or a capacity of 4 Kw. For new buildings, this form is part of the requirements for a Building Permit application.

    Requirements:

    1. Electrical Permit Application Form Signed by a Professional Electrical Engineer
    2. Electrical Plans
    3. Electrical Specifications
    4. Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates

    MECHANICAL PERMIT

    This is required before the installation of new or additional, removal or alteration of machinery at least 20 HP. For new buildings, this form is part of the requirements for a Building Permit Application.

    Requirements:

    1. Mechanical Permit Application Form signed by a Professional Mechanical Engineer
    2. Mechanical Plans
    3. Mechanical Specifications
    4. Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates

    SANITARY/ PLUMBING PERMIT

    This document is required before construction of new or additional, or alteration of existing plumbing installations, water supply, storm drainage, water purification and sewerage treatment plants. For new buildings, this form is part of the requirements for a Building Permit application.

    Requirements:

    1. Sanitary/Plumbing Permit Application Form signed by a Sanitary or Master Plumber
    2. Sanitary/Plumbing Plans
    3. Sanitary/Plumbing Specifications
    4. Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates

    FENCING PERMIT

    This is secured prior to actual construction of a fence.

    Requirements:

    1. Fencing Permit Application Form Sanitary/Plumbing Plans
    2. Fencing Plan
    3. Bill of Materials and Cost Estimates
    4. Lot Plan with Certification of a Geodetic Engineer that the proposed fence will not encroach on adjoining properties
    5. Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT)
    6. Deed of Sale/Lease Contract/Contract to Sell (if TCT is not in the name of the owner/applicant)
    7. Updated Real Property Tax Declaration
    8. Certificate of Real Property Tax Payment

    DEMOLITION PERMIT

    This permit is secured prior to the systematic dismantling or destruction of a building or structure in whole or in part.

    Requirements:

    1. Demolition Permit Form
    2. Sketch plan of area to be demolished
    3. Certificate of Real Property Tax Payment

    TEMPORARY SERVICE CONNECTION PERMIT

    This permit is secured for temporary service connection to a power utility for lighting and power construction, Christmas decorative lighting, lighting of cemeteries, temporary lighting for carnivals/fiestas, testing, etc.

    Requirements:

    1. Permit Form (DPWH Form No.
    2. Building Form (for new construction)
    3. Electrical Layout Plan
    4. Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC)

    EXCAVATION AND GROUND PREPARATION PERMIT

    This permit is secured prior to actual ground preparation and excavation after the building line is established It is a requirement while the application for building permit is still being processed.

    Requirements:

    1. Accomplished Permit Form (NBC Form No. B-02)
    2. Lot Plan with building layout showing setbacks

    SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION PERMIT

    This permit is secured prior to the construction and repair of sidewalks.

    Requirements:

    1. Accomplished Permit Form (NBC Form No. B-04 & B-05)
    2. Sketch plan of sidewalk to be constructed/repaired.

    SCAFFOLDING PERMIT

    This permit is secured prior to installation, erection, attachment, painting of any form of signages.

    Requirements:

    1. Sign Permit Form
    2. Building Permit Form whenever there is a concrete/steel structure
    3. Structural Analysis
    4. Zoning Clearance
    5. Permit Form (NBC Form No. B-07), whenever there is an electrical connection
    6. Fire Clearance whenever there is an electrical connection
    7. Sketch plan of signage/s to be installed/erected
    8. Location/Vicinity Plan
    9. Lot documents whenever it occupies a private lot
    10. IDP WH Clearance (for national roads highways)

    OTHER DESIGNATED SERVICES

    PROCUREMENT PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION OF RA 9184 PROCUREMENT LAW

    Implementation and compliance to GPPB & PhilGEPs Issuances and IRR of RA 9184