Securing Local Business Permits – Cebu City, Mandaue, and Davao City

Once your SEC Certificate of Incorporation is issued, your business cannot legally operate until it secures a Mayor’s Permit (Business Permit) from the local government unit (LGU) where your physical office or facility is located.

Step-by-Step LGU Permit Workflow

1. Barangay Clearance: Secure clearance from the specific barangay where your office or commercial space sits.
2. Occupancy & Zoning Clearance: Verify that your physical address complies with the local land-use plan and building safety codes.
3. Unified Business Permit Application (eBOSS):
   • Cebu City / Mandaue City: Applications are routed through local online portals or designated Business Permit and Licensing Offices (BPLO).
   • Davao City: Processed through Davao’s eBOSS (Electronic Business One-Stop Shop) system (appbts.davaocity.gov.ph).
4. Regulatory Clearances:
   • Fire Safety Inspection Certificate (FSIC) from the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP).
   • City Health Office (CHO) Sanitary Permit.
   • City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) Clearance.
5. Assessment & Payment: Pay the local business taxes (LBT), regulatory fees, and local taxes at the City Treasurer’s Office.
6. Permit Release: Receive the Mayor’s Permit, Business Plate/Sticker, and Sanitary Permit.

Local City Differences

• Cebu & Mandaue: High focus on structural compliance and zoning for BPO/IT Park locations and commercial spaces.
• Davao City: Strict adherence to environmental clearances (CENRO), zoning, and local labor list submissions during the Business Bureau review.

Navigating the business landscape in the Philippines can be both rewarding and intricate. Whether you’re embarking on a new venture or scaling up, ensuring that your corporate endeavors are in line with local regulations is paramount.

At CBOS Business Solutions Inc., we pride ourselves on simplifying these processes for our clients. As a seasoned professional services company, we offer comprehensive assistance with SEC Registration, Visa processing, and a myriad of other essential business requirements. Our team of experts is dedicated to ensuring that your business is compliant, well-established, and ready to thrive in the Philippine market.

Why venture into the complexities of business registration and compliance alone? Allow our team to guide you every step of the way. After all, your success is our commitment.

Get in touch today and let us be your partner in achieving your business goals in the Philippines.

Email Address: gerald.bernardo@cbos.com.ph

Mobile No.: +639270032851

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