Anambra State Ministry of Physical Planning

Services

What We Offer

Our Services

Comprehensive physical planning services for individuals, communities, and government agencies.

Development Permit & Building Plan Approval

Review and approval of building plans, subdivisions, and land development applications. We ensure compliance with the State Building Code and zoning regulations.

Land Use & Zoning Clearance

Issuance of zoning certificates, land use permits, and change-of-use approvals. We help you determine what is permissible on your property.

Site Inspection & Compliance Monitoring

Scheduled and spot inspections to verify that construction matches approved plans. We issue compliance certificates and stop-work orders when necessary.

Urban & Regional Plan Preparation

Development of master plans, structure plans, and local area plans for cities, towns, and rural areas. We engage communities and stakeholders throughout the process.

Property Development Advisory

Pre-application consultations, feasibility studies, and guidance on development standards, densities, and infrastructure requirements.

GIS & Spatial Data Services

Digital mapping, land use analysis, and spatial data management for government agencies, researchers, and private developers.

Slum Upgrading & Urban Renewal

Community-driven planning and infrastructure improvement in informal settlements. We facilitate tenure regularization and basic service provision.

Environmental Impact Assessment

Screening and review of environmental impact assessments for major developments, in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment.

Streamlined & Transparent

Development Permit Process

Our Development Permit Application System (DPAS) makes it easy to apply, track, and receive approvals online. Whether you are building a home, a commercial complex, or a public facility, we have a clear pathway.

  • Step 1: Complete the online application form and upload required documents (site plan, building plans, proof of ownership, tax clearance).
  • Step 2: Pay the applicable fee via bank transfer or POS at our office.
  • Step 3: Our technical team reviews your submission within 10 working days.
  • Step 4: A site inspection is scheduled and conducted within 5 working days of review.
  • Step 5: Permit is issued digitally and a hard copy is available for collection.

Average turnaround: 15 working days for standard applications.

Transparent Charges

Service Fees (Selected)

Residential Building Permit (≤ 3 bedrooms)

₦50,000per application

For single-family homes and duplexes. Includes plan review and one inspection.

  • Plan review
  • One site inspection
  • Digital permit
  • Certificate of compliance

Commercial Building Permit

₦150,000per application

For shops, offices, hotels, and mixed-use developments up to 4 floors.

  • Plan review
  • Two site inspections
  • Digital permit
  • Zoning clearance
  • Occupancy certificate

Zoning Clearance Certificate

₦20,000per certificate

For land use verification and change-of-use applications.

  • Land use verification
  • Certificate issuance
  • GIS map extract

Site Inspection (Additional)

₦15,000per visit

For extra inspections beyond the standard allocation.

  • On-site verification
  • Inspection report
  • Compliance notice

Need Help Choosing a Service?

Our customer service team is available to guide you through the options. Call or visit us for a free pre-application consultation.

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