Business Permits and Licensing
Our mission is to promote business and commerce in the municipality by providing efficient, integrity-driven, and timely processing of all business-related permits and licenses
Frontline Business Services
The following services are classified as Simple Transactions and are managed through the Office of the Municipal Mayor (BPLO).
1. Mayor’s Permit of Business (Newly Started)
This permit is issued to individuals who wish to conduct a new business in the municipality in accordance with existing laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. The total processing time is 35 minutes.
Checklist of Requirements (2 Photocopies each, unless specified)
| Document | Where to Secure |
| Business Registration (DTI/SEC/CDA Registration) | DTI, SEC, CDA |
| Locational Clearance | MPDC |
| Barangay Clearance | Barangay |
| Community Tax Certificate (Cedula) | Barangay |
| Occupancy Permit | Office of the Municipal Engineer |
| Sanitary Permit & Health Certificate | Office of the Municipal Health Officer |
| Fire Safety Inspection Certificate or OR | Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) |
| Contract of Lease (if lessee) | Lessor of the building |
Business Tax/Fees (Partial List) for Newly Started Businesses
| Business Type | Base Fee (Plus PHP 60/employee) |
| Sari-Sari Store (w/o weights and measures) | PHP 500 |
| Sari-Sari Store (w/ weights and measures) | PHP 550 |
| Gasoline station | PHP 1,581 |
| Restaurants/Eateries | PHP 500 |
| Rice Mill | PHP 650 |
| Cockpit | PHP 4,200 (Plus PHP 300/personnel) |
| Water Refilling Station | PHP 500 |
| Dry Goods Store | PHP 500 |
| Note | Fees for Pawnshops, Hardware, Commercial Space Rentals, and Resorts depend upon the asset size. |
Process (35 Minutes)
Submit Requirements (5 mins): Submit the complete requirements to the person responsible at the Office of the BPLO. The staff will receive the documents, perform initial assessment, and issue an Order of Payment (if complete).
Pay Fees (10 mins): Receive the Order of Payment, proceed to the Municipal Treasurer’s Office, and pay the corresponding fees. Secure an Official Receipt (OR).
Claim Permit (20 mins): Return to the Office of the BPLO, present the OR, and receive the Mayor’s Permit of Business.
2. Mayor’s Permit of Business (Renewal)
This permit allows individuals to continue conducting business operations in the municipality. The total processing time is 35 minutes.
Checklist of Requirements (2 Photocopies each)
| Document | Where to Secure |
| Community Tax Certificate (Cedula) | Barangay |
| Barangay Clearance | Barangay |
| Occupancy Permit | Office of the Municipal Engineer |
| Sanitary Permit & Health Certificate | Office of the Municipal Health Officer |
| Contract of Lease (if lessee) | Lessor of the building |
| Fire Safety Inspection Certificate or OR | Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) |
Business Tax/Fees
Fees for renewal depend upon the gross sales declared by the owner for the preceding year.
Process (35 Minutes)
The process for renewal follows the same 3-step submission, payment, and release procedure as the Newly Started Business Permit, with a total processing time of 35 minutes.
3. Certification for Closure of Business
This certification is issued to confirm the closure of a business for legal purposes. The total processing time is 28 minutes.
Checklist of Requirements
Letter of Closure (1 Original Copy, 2 Photocopies) – Secure from the Business owner.
Fees
Certificate of Closure Fee: PHP 80.
Business Tax: Depends on the Gross Sales.
Process (28 Minutes)
Submit Letter (3 mins): Submit the Letter of Closure to the Office of the Mayor. An Order of Payment will be issued.
Pay Fees (10 mins): Proceed to the Municipal Treasurer’s Office to pay for the business tax and the certification fee.
Claim Certification (10 mins): Return to the Office of the Mayor, present the OR, and receive the Certification for Closure of Business.
Other Special Permits
The Office of the Mayor also issues special permits for various operators and activities:
| Permit/License | Description | Estimated Fee |
| Mayor’s Permit for Tricycle Operators | Permit to operate a tricycle for hire within the municipality. | PHP 800 |
| Mayor’s Permit for Chainsaw Operators | Permit to operate chainsaw services. | PHP 600 |
| Mayor’s Permit for Peddlers | Permit to peddle/sell goods within the municipality. | PHP 300 |
| Mayor’s Permit for Motorboat Operators | Permit to operate a motorboat for fishing purposes. | PHP 30 to PHP 200 (depends on engine size) |
| Mayor’s Permit for Cockfighting Activities | Permit for holding cockfighting activities (e.g., derbies, pintakasi). | PHP 1,500 to PHP 3,000 (depends on the type of derby) |