Get approval to build or extend a house

Your municipal corporation must approve plans before you build, add on, change or knock down a building.

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Opens the official government site.

Who can do this

The landowner, or someone with the owner’s letter signed by a JP or notary.

Building application form
Proof you own the land (title, will, sale agreement or deed of gift)
Proof property taxes are paid
Location map and surveyor’s report
Full building plans: site plan, elevations, sections, electrical, sewage and roof
Over 300 square metres: plans by a registered architect or engineer

Tick things off as you gather them.

Have your plans drawn by a qualified person.
Gather your documents.
Apply online on JDAP: register, click “Apply for a Permit”, choose “Municipal Corporation Building Application”. Or apply at your municipal corporation.
Pay the fees and hand in 4 paper copies of your plans.
Track your application on JDAP.
Don’t start building until you are approved.

Set by each municipal corporation. Inspections cost extra.

The target is 90 days.

Your parish municipal corporation. Westmoreland Municipal Corporation, Great Georges Street, Savanna-la-Mar: 876-955-2656.