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Application for a New Business Permit (Mayor's Permit)
Requirements and steps for getting a Business/Mayor's Permit for a new business in Dipolog City, from the City Mayor's Office – Business Permits & Licensing Division (BPLD).
Basic Requirements
- Unified Business Permit Application Form, original (from CMO – Permits & License Division). If filed by an authorized representative: photocopy of the representative's valid ID and an authorization letter
- Proof of business registration, 1 photocopy (whole set, letter size): DTI registration (sole proprietorship), SEC registration (partnership/corporation) or CDA registration (cooperative)
- Photo of the owner, one of the incorporators, or the manager: 1 colored copy, letter size
- Photo of the establishment (inside and outside view): 1 colored copy, letter size
- Valid government-issued ID, not expired: 1 colored photocopy
- Location of the business (Google Map print-out) showing the precise location and/or directions from the establishment to City Hall: 1 colored copy
- If renting: updated lease contract and the lessor's business permit, 1 photocopy each. If not renting: certificate of non-rental, if applicable (original)
- Certificate of Annual Inspection, original (legal size)
Special Requirements by Line of Business
- Real estate lessors: Occupancy Permit and Building Permit, 1 photocopy each (Office of the Building Official)
- Market stall, bus terminal stall, fishport, Boulevard Commercial Complex and airport stall owners: Certificate of Award, 1 photocopy and original
- Meat shops, dressed chicken dealers, lechon manok/belly, fried chicken dealers, lechon services and similar: Meat Handler Certificate, original (City Veterinary Office)
- Hotels, pension houses, inns, lodging houses and other Mabuhay accommodations, consultancy, travel and tours: confirmed application from the Department of Tourism and/or Affidavit of Undertaking, 1 photocopy
- Lending services, lending investors and lending institutions: Certificate of Authority, 1 photocopy
- Retailers of medicine/herbal products, drugs and cosmetics, bakeries, food supplements and similar: Affidavit of Undertaking to submit the License to Operate (FDA), if available, 1 photocopy
- Banks, pawnshops, money remittance, money transfer and money exchange: BSP Certificate of Authority/Certificate of Registration or Affidavit of Undertaking, 1 photocopy
- Gasoline stations and LPG dealers: Department of Energy Standard Certificate of Compliance or Affidavit of Undertaking, 1 photocopy
- Water refilling stations: certification from Sanitation and Tax Declaration for machineries; laundry services: Tax Declaration for machineries (City Assessor's Office), 1 photocopy
- Cooperatives: Certificate of Compliance from the City Cooperative Office, 1 photocopy and original
- Junkshops, lumber and similar: Environmental Clearance from CENRO, 1 photocopy
- Bars, music lounges and similar: Affidavit of Undertaking
- Internet cafés, pisonet, WiFi vendo and similar: Affidavit of Undertaking, signage (original) and latest internet bill (PLDT/Globe/other provider)
- Private schools: CHED accreditation (college) or DepEd accreditation (elementary and high school), 1 photocopy
- Insurance, manpower agencies, radio/telecom/VAS providers, security agencies, gun and ammunition retailers, and pest control services: license, accreditation or registration from the national regulator, or an Affidavit of Undertaking (see the BPLD Citizen's Charter for the specific agency)
Submitted Upon Issuance of the Business Permit
- Fire Safety Inspection Certificate, original (Bureau of Fire Protection)
- Police Clearance, original (Philippine National Police)
- Sanitary Permit to Operate, original (Sanitary/Health Office)
Availability
Walk-in AvailableOnline Application
Department
City Mayor's Office – Business Permits & Licensing Division (BPLD)
Schedule
Monday to Friday, except holidays. Exact office hours are not stated in the Citizen's Charter, so call ahead.
Who may avail
Enterprises / business owners in Dipolog City
Office location
Business Permit & License Division, Ground Floor, Dipolog City Hall, Rizal Ave.
Telephone
(065) 212-2486
Good to know
- Business permits must be renewed from January 1 to 20 every year; penalties apply after that unless the Sangguniang Panlungsod authorizes an extension.
- Business tax may be paid annually, semi-annually or quarterly. Quarterly deadlines: January 20, April 20, July 20 and October 20. Late payment incurs surcharges and interest.
- Other requirements under law and ordinance go through a post-audit: after you get the permit, the establishment is subject to inspection by the relevant city offices.
- The Charter's one-hour total processing time does not apply during peak season, bulk transactions or system failure, and excludes time spent at other offices.
- You can also apply for a new business permit or renew online through the Dipolog City Online Services Portal (eservices.dipologcity.gov.ph).
Source
City Mayor's Office – Business Permits & Licensing Division Citizen's Charter (posted September 2023)Fees, requirements and steps can change. Confirm with the office before you go.
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