How to Get Building Approval in Edo State to 2026 Guide
Documents, fees, timelines, and the exact process, everything you need to know before you build, without paying an agent to hold your file hostage.
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Document Checklist
Survey plan, deed of assignment, tax clearance, ID, and site photographs, we confirm exactly what you need before you start.
Application Submission
Your application is prepared, stamped, and submitted to the Edo State Physical Planning and Urban Development Authority.
Ministry Inspection
A physical site inspection is scheduled. Our team coordinates the timing so nothing is missed.
Approval & Collection
Once approved, we collect your permit, verify it, and hand it over, filed in your client portal.
What Delays Most Applications
- ✕Building before approval, the single biggest cause of demolition notices.
- ✕Using an unregistered survey plan, the application is automatically rejected.
- ✕Missing tax clearance, required for every owner and contractor.
- ✕Wrong land use for the zone, residential drawings submitted for commercial land.
- ✕No registered architect/engineer on the documents.
Questions We Hear Every Week
How long does approval take?
Typically 3 to 8 weeks with complete documents. Delays usually come from missing documents, which is why we check your file first.
Can you handle everything remotely?
Yes. Most of our clients are abroad. You send documents digitally, we handle the process, and you receive the permit digitally and by courier.
What happens if my documents are incomplete?
We do not submit incomplete applications. We give you a checklist and chase you gently, we only file when your file is strong.
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