A Building Permit is required for all new construction, additions, alterations, including decks, sheds, retaining walls, and fences in The Bahamas as mandated by the Buildings Regulations Act.
ABOUT BUSINESS LICENCES The approval process is normally within seven (7) working days, providing all required information and documentation has been submitted correctly. The Business Licence Unit is located at the Department of Inland Revenue on Carmichael Road, Shops at Carmichael Plaza- Nassau, Bahamas.
To become an approved builder, builders/contractors must apply to the Department of Housing for an Approved Builder Status Certificate. Once approved, a builder must comply with the Regulations in the Housing Act, Chapter 199. Please follow the links below for additional information.
The Intermediate Contract is less detailed than the Standard Building Contract but more detailed than the Minor Works Building Contract, and therefore, it is suitable for Intermediate complexity level projects.
A standardized contract, also known as a standard form contract, is an agreement between two parties where one party sets the terms and the counterparty has little or no ability to change them.
Nassau County Board of Assessors Building Permit must be completed. 9. BUILDING PERMITS WILL BE ISSUED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AFTER SUBMISSION OF ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS. DEPENDING ON SCHEDULING IT MAY TAKE TWO OR MORE WEEKS FOR APPROVAL.
What is a standard form contract? While many contracts are entirely purpose made, standard form contracts consist of standardised, pre-written terms and conditions. Because standard form contracts are familiar to people in an industry, they often function effectively without the need for much negotiation.
What does Building Contract mean? The contract between an employer and a contractor for the carrying out and completion of building works. The building contract may be referred to as the main contract, particularly when sub-contractors are to be engaged.
The JCT Standard Building Contract is designed for large or complex construction projects where detailed contract provisions are needed. Standard Building Contracts are suitable for projects procured via the traditional or conventional method.