I finally got the notarized copy of the lease contract and was finally able to continue with applying for the permits.
I went to Mandaluyong City Hall, Business Permit and Licensing Department this morning. The Officer of the Day was pretty helpful. He reviewed all the requirements which took just about 3 minutes; he had minimal questions.
Tip: Always be ready with photocopies of all documents.
He then asked me to go to the Engineering Department. In e Engineering Department, the Officer of the Day questioned whether I'm allowed to put a bakery in the site because he thought it was a residential zone. My heart skipped a beat because I have not checked zoning before I leased the place and I didn't want to be stuck with a unit I can't use. Fortunately, he corrected himself and said zoning allows a bakery there.
Tip: Check with zoning prior to leasing.
He then asked me to have my application form signed by different engineers. Each engineer would review my application form and check the pictures of the space. They would then write an amount and sign their name.
Tip: Take enough pictures to show the entire space as well as establishments beside it. It helps them find what they're looking for faster and it there are fewer questions.
After all of the engineers finished signing, the Officer of the Day asked me to have it signed by the Boss. Who was not around at the time. I was told that the Boss had several engagements throughout the day and that I had to return.
I was done in less than an hour. Except I have to go back.
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