Obtain a site map from a legally approved surveyor
Agency: Legally Approved Surveyor
BuildCo. obtains a map from the site where the warehouse is going to be built. This map is approved by the competent authority.
Time and cost: 2 days, USD 250
Obtain building permit from Ministry of Public Works
Agency: Ministry of Public Works
BuildCo must obtain a building permit at the Ministry of Public Works. The following documents must be submitted:
- The application form (a standard form)
- Architectural plans
- Construction drawings and structural calculation
- A site map prepared by a legally approved surveyor
- The professional license of BuildCo
The Ministry will consult with the Fire Department and any other agency (a district commissioner, for example), if required.
Time and cost: 150 days, USD 260
Receive inspection by Fire Department
Agency: Fire Department
After the request has been maid, BuildCo. receives a Fire Department inspection.
Time and cost: 1 day, no charge
Receive inspection by Ministry of Public Works – I
Agency: Ministry of Public Works
By law, each construction project must be inspected by the Ministry of Public Works during construction at least 2 – 10 times.
Time and cost: 1 day, no charge
Receive inspection by Ministry of Public Works – II
Agency: Ministry of Public Works
Second inspection received by BuildCo. during the construction period.
Time and cost: 1 day, no charge
Obtain approval from the Suriname Water Company (SWM)
Agency: Suriname Water Company (SWM)
Approval from the Suriname Water Company (SWM) can be obtained during construction and requires submissions of a plan of the water supply system. Installations can be done only by a firm approved by the SWM.
Time and cost: 30 days, SRD 56
Receive inspection from SWM
Agency: Suriname Water Company (SWM)
As a result of the request made to SWM, BuildCo. receives an inspection from the utility company.
Time and cost: 7 days, no charge
Obtain water and sewage connection
Agency: Suriname Water Company (SWM)
Connection for water and sewage services is installed, once the respective inspection has been conducted.
Time and cost: 30 days, SRD 837
Obtain inspection certificate from Fire Department
Agency: Fire Department
The fire department will conduct an inspection of the warehouse prior to the final inspection.
Time and cost: 21 days, no charge
Receive final inspection
Agency: Ministry of Public Works
After the inspection has been made, BuildCo. undergoes a final inspection by the Ministry of Public Works.
Time and cost: 1 day, no charge
