Statutory requirements for a Development/Building permit

1. Submit your full set of application to the Physical Planning Department
2. Attach completed  land ownership  document from Lands Commission
3. Attach four copies of architectural drawings signed by a certified Architect
4. Attach four copies of structural drawings signed by an Engineer
5. Proposed development must conform to zoning status
6. A certified soil test report
7. Fire certified report including drawings from the Ghana National Fire Service
8. Environmental Protection Agency Permit
9. Structural integrity report in case construction development has already commenced or is completed

In addition to the statutory requirements above, in AWMA the following requirements also apply;

1. Business Registration Certificate (for organizations).
2. Business Operating Permit (for organizations).
3. Up to date Property Rate payment (Existing Buildings)

Note:

For Organisations: A developer may be asked to provide additional information depending on usage, size, etc.

For Existing Buildings: Some Development Projects require a prior application for “Planning Permission –in- Principle” before application for a substantive Development /Building permit.