Introduction

This document explains the requirements of the Qualified Person appointed for structural works prior to construction works on site. The Building Engineering Division of the Building Control which administers these requirements is located at the following address:

Building Engineering Division
Building Control
5 Maxwell Road, #05-00
Tower Block, MND Complex
Singapore 069110

This document must be read in conjunction with the following Act, Regulations and guidelines for any updates:

1. The Building Control Act (Chapter 29)
2. The Building Control Regulations.
3. The Building Control (Accredited Checkers and Accredited Checking Organisations) Regulation .
4. Guidelines on Submission of Applications to Commissioner of Building Control.

Table Of Contents

1. General
2. Building Works not Requiring Structural Approval or Permit
3. Submission Procedures for Structural Plan Approval
4. Plan Fee
5. Building Works Requiring Accredited Checker’s Certificate
6. Requirements for Changes to Approved Plans
7. Application for Permit to Carry Out Structural Works
8. Requirements for Site Supervisor
9. Appendix A: Guide to time taken to grant Approval of Structural Plans & Permit to Carry out Structural Works.
10. Appendix B: Standard Certification by the Qualified Person for Structural Works.
11. Appendix C: Standard Certification by Accredited Checker.
12. Appendix D: Standard Certification by the Professional Engineer for works involving Additions and Alterations.
13. Appendix E: Standard Certifications for Fixings of claddings
14. Appendix F: Standard Certification by the Qualified Person for Geotechnical Aspects of Underground Building Works
15. Appendix G: Standard Certification by the Specialist Accredited Checker
16. Appendix H: Certification by Professional Engineer for Site Investigation Report