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GOVERNMENT OF SAINT LUCIA
Ministry of Physical Development, Housing and Urban Renewal
Physical Planning Section

Development Control Authority
Guide to Obtaining Permission to

Develop Land
Physical Planning Section

Tel: 468-4457/ 468-4455
Email: physicalplanningstlucia@gosl.gov.lc
Website: www.physicalplanning.gov.lc
The Development Control Authority is governed by the Physical Planning and Development Act N0.
29 of 2001 and its subsequent amendments & The Land Development (Interim Control) Act of 1971
and its subsequent amendments
Revised January 2013
Introduction
This Guide to Obtaining Permission to Develop Land was first conceptualized as a
Checklist which outlined the fee structure for applications for development to the
Development Control Authority by the Front Desk Clerk, Mrs. Julia Servin around 2006.
It was originally intended for use by office staff but was later targeted to the general
public. It evolved into its current form presenting additional information to include
pertinent sections of the Physical Planning and Development Act, guidelines and
standards for development and submission requirements for applications.
As with all other active documents this guide is constantly under review and is
currently in its third revision.
Background
The Physical Planning Section of the Ministry of Physical Development, Housing and
Urban Renewal is headed by the Chief Physical Planning Officer who also serves as the
Executive Secretary to the Development Control Authority (DCA). This Section is the
technical secretariat of the DCA established under the Land Development (Interim
Control) Act of 1971. However, a new Physical Planning Legislation, the Physical
Planning and Development Act No. 29 of 2001 replaced the Land Development (Interim
Control) Act of 1971. However, Section 61 of the Physical Planning and Development
Act makes provision for the body corporate, the Development Control Authority
established under the Land Development Interim Control Act to be preserved.
The Physical Planning Section is comprised of two (2) technical arms whose duties are
to ensure orderly and progressive development of land. This entails:
Administering the provisions of the Physical Planning and Development Act
2001 and any other related legislation
Preparing physical development plans to guide development activity
Receiving and considering planning applications for the granting of planning
permission
Carrying out surveys and research required for land use planning and building
purposes
Outlining Policy and Regulation
Enforcing Development and Building Controls
Providing technical advice on planning and development matters to the Board of
the DCA.
This Guide to Obtaining Permission to Develop Land is intended for planning
professionals, developers, designers, engineers, contractractors and individuals
applying for planning permission. It also provides land development guidelines and
standards including those from referral agencies.
As development is a dynamic process, the requirements and standards are subject to
change and therefore users of this document should verify with the various agencies
whether these requirements are still in place.
Permission must first be obtained from the

Development Control Authority (DCA)
before carrying out any type
of Structural or Land Development
Such Development includes but is not limited to:
Construction of Structures for:
Residential
Commercial, Industrial or Infrastructural use
Subdivision of Land
Change of Land or Building Use
Repairs and Renovations to Existing
Buildings
Erection of Tents
Display of Advertisements: Signs and
Billboards
Quarrying Operations
Hotel Developments
Etc
If you are not sure the activity you are proposing to undertake requires
permission, please feel free to seek advice from the office of the
Development Control Authority, First Floor, (door No. 1), Greaham
Louisy Administrative Building, Waterfront, Castries between the hours of
8.30 a.m. and 3.00 p.m. Monday Friday
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Table of Contents
Building Officer Zones
DCA Minimum Standards (lot densities, room densities, plot coverage, etc.)
Other Standards (WASCO, LUCELEC)
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Parking Requirements
12
Provisions of the Act
14
Other Services , Copy of Register/Search Fee
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Drawing Requirements / Drawing Scales
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Registration of Applications
19
Procedure used for the Processing of Applications
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DCA Application Process Flow Chart
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Application Submission Requirements and Fees

Applications for Approval In Principle:
(Building Use/Layout Concept)
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Applications for Approval:

Change of Building Use
24
Residential/Residential Extension Applications
25
Residential Multi-Family Apartments
26
Institutional/Commercial/Touristic/Industrial Applications
27
Bonded Warehouse
29
Land Subdivision (Small Subdivision/Partitioning of Land)
30
Land Subdivision (Large Subdivision)
31
Land Subdivision (Partitioning/Rationalization of Land)
32
Quarrying and Mining

(Approval In Principle)
(Approval)
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34
Land Movement Operations

(Landfill, Backfill, Leveling/Clearing of Land)
35
Transfer of a Structure
36
Demolition of a Structure
36
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Residential & Commercial Repairs
37
Suitability of a Structure for obtaining a Liquor License
38
Advertisement Signs
39
Tents
40
Antenna/Satellite Dish/Tower
40
Amusement Park / Recreational Park
41
Parking Lot/Multi-Purpose Court
42
Vehicle Bond
42
Storage Tanks/ Cisterns
43
Swimming Pools
43
Jetty
44
Fencing / Retaining Walls
44
Resubmission of Approved Applications
45
Completion Certificate
46
Retention of Use (Residential/Residential Multi-Family)
46
Retention of Use (Institutional/Commercial/Touristic/Industrial
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Management Plans Requirements
49
Referral Agencies Approval

Matters for which Environmental Impact Assessment is
ordinarily required
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Annex 1
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Annex 2
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Building Officers Zones
Zone
Location
Gros Islet North
Gros Islet South
Babonneau
3&4
Dennery/ Micoud
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6
Vieux Fort/ Laborie

Soufriere/ Choiseul
Anse la Raye/ Canaries
Castries North
Castries South
Castries
Fees are presently under review and are subject to change

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DCA Minimum Standards

Lot Density is the area of the lot as defined by its survey plan.
Lot Densities
Low Density
7,000 sq.ft. min.
Medium Density
3,000 sq.ft. to 6,999 sq.ft.
High Density
Below 3,000 sq.ft.
Lot Frontages and Mean Depth

Lot frontage is the length of the lot between the two side lot lines that is parallel to the access road or right of way.
Low Density - 7,000 sq.ft. min. (detached house)
Lot Frontages
60 ft.
Mean Depth
80 ft.
Medium Density 3,000 sq.ft. to 6,999 sq.ft.

(detached or semi-detached and duplex)
40 ft.
60 ft.
High Density below 3,000 sq.ft.

(attached dwelling units for urban areas only)
12 ft.
50ft.
Room Densities
Room Density is defined by the number of bedrooms per acre of gross site area.
Apartments, Condominiums and Villas
50 bedrooms per acre
Hotels and Guest Houses
75 bedrooms per acre
Plot Coverage
Plot coverage is the part or percent of the lot occupied by buildings or structures including accessory buildings or
structures.
Residential Single-Family
Low Density 7,000 sq.ft. min.
Medium Density 3,000 sq.ft. to 6,999 sq.ft.
High Density below 3,000 sq.ft.
20%
35%
50%
Residential Multi-Family (apartments, condominiums, villas)
30%
Commercial (not within the CBD)
60%
Commercial (within the CBD not a corner lot)
80%
Commercial (within the CBD corner lot)
100%
Industrial / Touristic
60%

Setback is the horizontal distance between the boundary of a parcel of land and the furthest
projection of the building at the front, rear or sides of the building on that parcel of land.
Setbacks vary according to lot sizes and are taken from the furthermost projection of a building
(this may include a stair case, roof, etc.) to the boundary.
Setbacks promote privacy
Side Setbacks (standard)

Lot sizes range from:
Below 3000 sq ft (278.71 s.m.)

- 4 ft (1.22 m) min
3000 6999 sq ft (278.80 650.32 s.m.) - 6 ft (1.83 m) min
7000 sq ft (650.41 s.m.) and above
- 8 ft (2.43 m) min
Note: 1 ft (0.30 m) must be added to the standard side setbacks for each additional floor of
the building.
Rear Setbacks
8 ft (2.43 m) min.
Front Setbacks
these vary according to category of road
10 ft. (3.05 m) Footpath

20 ft. (6.1m) Residential Access
27 ft. (8.23 m) Residential Access
30 ft. (9.14 m) Residential Collector (main roads)
34 ft. (10.36 m) Secondary Lane
50 ft. (15.24 m) Primary Lane
10 ft (3 m) min
10 ft (3 m) min
10 ft (3 m) min
15 ft (4.6 m) min
20 ft (6.1 m) min
20 ft (6.1 m) min (Residential)
30 ft (9.1 m) min (Industrial)
Existing building line to be maintained in Central Business District (CBD) and other
built-up areas.

High Water Mark is the level reached by sea water at high tide.
Setbacks from the High Water Mark (HWM)

Cliffs and Slopes of 1:1
25ft. from the HWM
Slopes of 1:4 1:20
50ft. from the HWM
Slopes of 1:20
100ft. from HWM
River and Ravine Buffers

A Buffer is a transitional area between two areas of different predominant land uses.
River Buffer
50ft. on either side of the river
Ravine Buffer
15ft. min. on either side of the ravine
Development Tips
1.
Keep structural developments within Approved Setbacks, Buffers and Reserves
2.
Proper setbacks lead to proper development
Setbacks promote privacy

Facilitate light between buildings
Encourage the circulation of air between buildings
Accommodate infrastructure such for sewerage disposal, drains, telecommunications
network, etc.
Provides easy access in emergency situations
3.
Have consideration for your neighbour.

Incorporate all approved and necessary drainage systems now!
Channel all waters from your site into drains and or ravines
Maintain your drains.
Fence your site.
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Other Standards
Reserve is space set aside for a particular use or purpose.
WASCOS Pipeline Reserve

WASCOs Pipeline Reserve
6ft. on either side of the pipeline
Lucelecs Conductors Clearances

Table 1
Minimum Vertical Clearance of Conductors above roads and areas accessible to pedestrians only
Clearance Category
Conductor voltage level

Neutral
415V
11kV
66kV
(ft)
22
15
(ft)
22
15
(ft)
22
15
(ft)
22
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(1) Areas subject to motorcar

and/or truck traffic
(2) Areas accessible to pedestrians
Table 2
Minimum Vertical Clearance of Conductors above Buildings
Clearance Category
(1) Above or below roofs

(2) Above or below balconies and
other areas accessible to persons
Neutral
415V
11kV
66kV
(ft)
3.5
11
(ft)
4
12
(ft)
13
14
(ft)
14.5
15.5
Table 3
Minimum Horizontal Clearance of Conductors from Buildings
Clearance Category
Walls, projections, windows,

balconies and other areas accessible
to pedestrians
Neutral
415V
11kV
66kV
(ft)
5
(ft)
12
(ft)
14
(ft)
15.5
Public Health
Minimum setback of soak away to the property boundary is 10ft. min.
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Parking Requirements
Minimum Parking and Loading Requirements for Different Development Types:
Type of Development
Minimum Number of Vehicle Parking Spaces

Required
Private Residences
- 1 for each individual unit

- This standard may be modified in special areas
Apartment Buildings
- 1.25 for each individual unit whether of one, two, or three

bedrooms and one for each two efficiency units or studio units
- These standards may be modified in special areas
- 1 for each 9 guest bedrooms plus 1 for each 50 sq.ft. (5m2) of
of public dining room
Guest Houses
Motels
- 1 for each guest unit plus 1 for each 50 sq.ft. (5m2) of public
dining room
Civic Administration
Buildings
- 1 for each 700 sq.ft. (165m2) of gross floor area including

passages, toilets, circulation spaces etc
Office Buildings
- 1 for each 550 sq.ft. (70m2) for net usable office floor area or at
least 1 per office
Libraries, Museums,
Shops, Showrooms, Stores
- 1 for each 750 sq.ft. (50m2) of clear retail area inclusive of

storerooms. (The same applies to shopping centres)
Supermarkets
- 1 for each 170 sq.ft. (16m2) of clear retail space
Restaurants, Markets
- 1 for each 100 sq.ft. (10m2) of public dining room
Industrial Buildings used

for manufacture or storage
- 1 for each 860 sq.ft. (80m2) plus 1 for each 1,000 sq.ft. (100m2)
gross floor in excess of 5,000 sq.ft (500m2)
Dance Halls, Clubs and

Bars
- 1 per 20 sq.ft. (2m2)
Games Buildings
- 1 for each building up to 1000 sq.ft. (100m2) plus
Permanent Exhibition
Buildings
- 1 for each 100 sq.ft. (10m2) in excess of 1000 sq.ft. (100m2)
Hospitals
- 1 for each 6 beds
Clinics (Private)
- 3 for each practitioner or 1 for each 3 beds
Assembly Halls
Auditoriums
Sports Fields
City and Town Hall
Cinemas
Courts Houses
Lecture Halls
Schools
Colleges
Universities
- 1 for each 10 seats or 100 sq.ft. (10m2)
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Type of Development
Minimum Number of Vehicle Parking Spaces

Required
- 3 for each service and/or repair bay

Vehicles service and
repair
These are the minimum requirements and the local authorities may
raise the standards in relation to increase of vehicular traffic
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SOME PROVISIONS OF THE ACT

The Physical Planning and Development Act No. 29 of 2001 states:
61 Reference to Development Control Authority

Until the Development Control Authority is dissolved, any reference to the Head of the Physical
Planning and Development Division in Parts II to VI inclusive of this Act shall, in so far as the
nature of that reference permits, be construed mutatis mutandis as a reference to the
Development Control Authority.
19 Application for Permission to Develop Land

An application to the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division for permission to
develop land shall be made on the prescribed form and shall be accompanied by
(a) a map sufficient to identify the land to which it relates an such plans, drawings and other
materials as are necessary to describe the development which is the subject of the
application;
(b) notice in writing signed by the owner or agent of the owner of the land to which the
application relates acknowledging that the owner has knowledge of and does not object to
the making of the application;
(c) any statutory consent which the applicant is required to obtain for or in connection with
the development prior to applying for the permission of the Head of the Physical
Planning and Development Division;
(d) in cases where this is required by Regulations made under this Act, the certificate of an
engineer registered under the Engineers (Registration) Act 1984; and
(e) proof of payment of such fees as may be prescribed by Regulations made under this Act.
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21 Requirement for Further Information

(1) In addition to the information required in an application form pursuant to this Part, the
Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division may request in writing that the
applicant provide such further information as may be necessary to determine that
application.
(2) Where further information is requested by the Head of the Physical Planning and
Development Division pursuant to subsection (1), the application shall be treated for the
purposes of section 24 as having been made on the date when the information requested
from the applicant is received by the Head of the Physical Planning and Development
Division.
(3) Where the applicant does not furnish the further information requested by the Head of the
Physical Planning and Development Division within a reasonable time of the request
being made, the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division may give the
applicant notice that the application cannot be determined and has been cancelled;
whereupon the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division shall return the
cancelled application to the applicant.
28 Permission to Lapse
(1)
If permission is granted for the development of land and the development is not
commenced within a period of twelve months from the date on which it was granted, it
shall lapse.
(2) A person who intends to carry out a development for which permission has been granted
shall give notice to the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division of the
date on which that development will commence.
(3) Where, after the date specified in a notice of commencement given pursuant to subsection
(2), the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division is not satisfied that the
development has been substantially commenced, the Head of the Physical Planning and
Development Division shall notify the person from whom the commencement notice was
received that the permission shall lapse by a prescribed date if the development is not
commenced to his or her satisfaction before that date.
(5) If a development other than a development by way of mining operations or a material
change in the use of any land is not completed within thirty months after the date of
commencement fixed by notice given under subsection (2) or (3), or such other period as
may be prescribed in the notice granting permission, the permission shall lapse, without
prejudice to the status of such of the permitted works as are then complete.
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29 Development to be in Accordance with Approved Plans

(1) Whenever any plans have been submitted to the Head of the Physical Planning and
Development Division on an application for permission to develop any land and such
permission has been granted, the development in question shall be carried out in
accordance with the approved plans and any conditions subject to which permission was
granted.
(2) The Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division may approve any minor
variation to an approved plan which does not alter or affect the terms and conditions of
the permission granted by the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division
in any material respect, without requiring the applicant to submit a fresh application.
(3) If before or during the course of any development of land, the developer finds that it is
impracticable or uneconomic to carry out the said development in conformity with the
plans as approved by the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division, he or
she may apply to the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division for
permission to amend the plans accordingly and the Head of the Physical Planning and
Development Division may grant or refuse permission for such amendment, or may
return the plans to the developer for further amendment.
(4) If the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division refuses permission to
develop land in accordance with the amended plans as provided, in subsection (3) of this
section, the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division shall at the time of
such refusal give to the applicant in writing its reasons for so refusing, in which case the
provisions of section 26 of this Act shall apply as in the case of an original application to
the Head of the Physical Planning and Development Division.
The Physical Planning and Development Act can be obtained from the National Printing
Corporation which can be contacted at www.slugovprintery.com.
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Other Services
1. Search of Application Register
2. Copy of the Owners Approved Application
3. Copy of Environmental Impact Assessments/Statements*
Requirements:
a.
Covering Letter addressed to the:
Executive Secretary
P.O. Box 709
Castries
b.
Indicating information relevant to the application

Name of Applicant
Reference Number
Date of Submission
Location of Development
Indicating information relevant to you:

Name
Address
Telephone Number
Email
Fax
c.
d.
Payment of the Application Search Fee
e.
*Written permission from the owner of the document/developer
Copy of Register/ Application Search Fee
Note:
$5.00
1. Copy of an Approved Application will only be given to the owner of the application on proof of
Identification
2. The owner will be responsible for getting the copy of the application done with the assistance of a
DCA Staff member
3. Our filing system is currently under review and not all applications can be accessed
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Drawing Requirements
Each drawing MUST show the following on all sheets:
Title of drawing
Name of the Developer
Postal address (including Email)
All Telephone Numbers (including Mobile)
Scale of Drawing
Date of Drawing
Sheet Numbers
Name of the Designer/Technician
Postal address (including Email)
All Telephone Numbers (including Mobile)
Note: All sheets must provide adequate space for DCAs Decision Stamps
Drawing Scales
Site Plans shall be drawn to one of the following scales as is appropriate:
1: 2 (1:20)
1: 8 (1:100)
1: 40 (1:500)
1: 4 (1:50)
1: 20 (1:200)
1: 100 (1:1000)
Building plans shall be drawn to one of the following scales as is appropriate:

1: 2 (1:20)
1: 8 (1:100)
1: 4 (1:50)
1: 20 (1:200)
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Registration of Applications

Information Desk
1. Pre-registration of Application
The developer or his agent presents the application to the Front Desk Clerk for checking.
The Front Desk Clerk and Technical Officers ensure that the requirements for the type of
application are met.
2. Calculation of Fees
The Front Desk Clerk calculates the fees for applications that meet the submission
requirements then prepares a payment slip for the developer/agent. Upon payment of
fees at the cashier, the developer/agent submits the application with the receipts at the
Front Desk Counter.
3. Registration of Application
The application is registered by the Front Desk Clerks or Technical Officers who record
all the applicable information and issue a reference number from the application register.
Registration of applications can only take place at the Front Desk between the hours of
8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.
4. Registered Information
The information written in the Application Register provides details to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Generate relevant statistics

Facilitate the processing of the applications
Facilitate filing, database management, retrieval of applications
Future search operations
The information registered can be found in Annex 1.

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5. Issuing of Acknowledgement Slip

An Acknowledgment Slip is then issued to the developer/agent by the Front Desk
Staff/Technical Officers. This slip must be presented when collecting and enquiring
about the application. The Acknowledgment Slip also provides information relevant to
the registered application (see Annex 2 for details).
The Officer registering the application must sign the Acknowledgment Slip on behalf of
the Executive Secretary, Development Control Authority. The Acknowledgment Slip is
also stamped with the Authoritys date stamp indicating the date the application was
submitted.
6. Final Registration Process

The officer registering the application then writes the reference number and stamps the
date stamp on the top right hand corner of all the documents and drawings (individual
sheets) of the application. The application is then referred to the Development Control
Officer or to the Executive Secretary who assigns it to an officer for processing.
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Procedure for the Processing of Applications

1.
Registration of Applications (see pages 6 and 7).
2.
Assignment of Registered Applications to Technical Officers.
3.
Review of Registered Applications

By Technical Officers to include site visits, preparation of appraisal reports, discussion with
the developer/designer , discussion at committee review.
By DCA Board at regular meetings.
4.
Issuing of DCA Board Decisions.
5.
Final Processing of Applications to include:

Preparation and dispatch of decision letters to developers, designers, referral
agencies, etc.
Stamping, signing and dispatching of drawings.
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Application Submission Requirements and Fees

Approval In Principle does not constitute permission to commence development. A further
application for Approval must be submitted to the DCA for its determination prior to the
commencement of any development.
APPROVAL IN PRINCIPLE
Land Use/Change of Land Use
Letter of intent
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic sheet and LRTP Map extract) with parcel
clearly identified to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department
Fees
Up to 1 acres (0.4 hectares)
Above 1 acre (0.4 hectares)
$50.00
$120.00
Building Use/Layout Concept/Change of Building Use

Letter of intent
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic sheet and LRTP Map extract) with parcel
Three (3) Copies of the Site Plan (showing layout, setbacks, parking)
Three (3) sets of Architectural plans to scale showing floor layout and circulation
including a minimum of two (2) elevations
Fees
$0.10 per sq.ft.
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APPROVAL
An application for Approval requires the following:
Change of Building Use

Letter of intent
(1) Recent copy of Land Register - to be obtained at the Land Registry Department (notarized letter
of permission from land owner(s)/Lease - if applicable)
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic sheet and LRTP map extract with parcel
Three (3) Copies of the Site Plan showing functional parking, setbacks, etc.
Three (3) Copies of floor plan showing layout
Recommendations from the Fire Department
Recommendations from Public Health Department
Structural Report / Certification from a Locally Registered Engineer
Electrical Certification from a Locally Registered Electrical Engineer (if applicable)
Fees
Structure up to 500 sq. ft. (46.45 sq.m.)
Structure in excess of 500 sq. ft. (46.45 sq.m.)
$30.00
$50.00
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Residential (not exceeding two apartment units)

The requirements for the submission of Residential / Residential Extension Applications are:
Fees
Three (3) sets of architectural drawings done to scale to include:

o Site Plan indicating minimum setbacks
o Floor Plan
o Foundation Plan
o Roof Plan
o Sections (minimum one (1))
o Elevations (minimum three (3))
o Details
Roof Fixings
Foundation, retaining wall
Timber Connections
o Details (if relevant)
Floor Framing Plan
Longitudinal and Cross Sections of Beams
o Stair case Details (cross section)
One (1) Recent Copy of Land Register to be obtained at the Land Registry Department
Notarized letter of Permission (if applicable)
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic sheet and LRTP map extract) with parcel
Two (2) Building Forms to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department (completed
and duly signed)
Public Health Approval or WASCO Approval (where applicable)
Engineering certification from a Locally Registered Engineer (required for floor areas
exceeding 2500 sq.ft. and building exceeding two floor heights)
Residential building less than 500 sq.ft.(46.45 s.m.)

gross floor area
$20.00
Residential building between 500 1000 sq.ft.(46.45

92.90 s.m.) gross floor area $35.00
Residential building in excess of 1,000 sq.ft. (92.90

s.m.) gross floor area
- $0.15 per sq.ft.
($1.62 per s.m.)
Residential Extensions
Less than 500 s.f. (46.45 s.m.)
501 1000 s.f. (92.9 s.m.)
Above 1000 s.f. (92.9 s.m.)
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$20.00
$35.00
$0.15 per sq.ft.
($1.62 per s.m.)
Residential Multi-Family Apartments (exceeding two apartment units)

The requirements for the submission of Residential Multi-Family Applications are:
Fees
Covering letter / Project Brief

Three (3) sets of architectural drawings done to scale to include:
o Site Plan indicating property boundaries, ingress/egress, minimum setbacks and
functional parking to DCA standards
o Floor Plan
o Foundation Plan
o Roof Plan
o Sections (minimum one (1))
o Elevations (minimum three (3))
o Details
Roof Fixing
Foundation, retaining wall
o Details (if relevant)
Floor Framing Plan
Longitudinal and Cross Sections of Beams
o Stair case Details (cross section)
and duly signed)
Public Health Approval
WASCO Approval (where applicable)
Engineering certification from a Locally Registered Engineer
Electrical certification from a Locally Registered Electrical Engineer
Site Management Plan with certified hoarding detail
Traffic Management Plan approved by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Port Services and
Transport where necessary
Solid Waste Management Plan approved by the St. Lucia Solid Waste Management
Authority
$0.15 per sq.ft. ($1.62 per s.m.)
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Institutional/Commercial/Touristic/Industrial/Infrastructural
Applications for the development other than residential building use require the following:
Covering Letter
Project Brief outlining concept of application
One (1) Recent Copy of Land Register - to be obtained at the Land Registry Department
(notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) if applicable)
Two (2) Building Forms to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department (completed and duly
signed)
Three (3) sets of Architectural drawings to scale (use of all floors to be indicated on relevant floor
plans, site plan to indicate ingress/egress, minimum setbacks and functional parking to DCA standards)
Fees
All drawings to be certified by a Locally Registered Engineer

Recommendations from Fire Department
WASCO Approval (if applicable)
Electrical Certification from a Locally Registered Electrical Engineer
Site Management Plan with hoarding detail certified by a Locally Registered Engineer
Solid Waste Management Plan approved by the Saint Lucia Solid Waste Management
Authority
$0.30 per sq.ft.($3.24 per s.m.)
Offices, cinemas, restaurants & bars

workshops, repair shops, industrial buildings
warehouses, garages necessary buildings, etc.
Guest House -(basic fee)

additional fee per guest bedroom
$250.00
$20.00
Hotel (basic fee)

$500.00
$30.00
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Filling Station
(Not including repair workshop, garage,
showroom, or other accessory building)
$200.00
$0.30 per sq.ft. ($3.24 per s.m.)
Additional facilities
$0.30 per sq.ft. ($3.24 per s.m.)
Bus Shelters:
FREE if carried out by Government Agency

Note: Any Advertisement Sign proposed on a Bus Shelter must first
obtain Approval by submitting the requirements for Advertisement
Signs (see page 29)
Churches
Chapels, buildings to be used for community purposes,
fees are waived provided that they are recommended
by the Ministry of Social Transformation
FREE
Burial Sites
Commercial Extensions
Area of Total Extension
$0.30 per sq.ft. ($3.24 per s.m.)
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Bonded Warehouse
An application for a Bonded Warehouse requires the submission of the following:
Covering Letter
One (1) Recent Copy of Land Register - to be obtained at the Land Registry Department (notarized
letter of permission from land owner(s) if applicable)
Three (3) Copies of the Site Plan to indicate ingress/egress, setbacks and functional
parking to DCA standards
Three (3) Copies of the Floor Plan
Fire Approval
Fees
$0.30 per sq.ft. ($3.24 per sq. m.)
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Land Subdivision
Applications for the Subdivision of Land requires the following:
Small Subdivision / Partitioning of Land - Maximum five (5) lots

Three (3) Application forms - to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department
completed and duly signed (to be signed by applicant) with Postal Address (including
Email) and Telephone number (including Mobile)
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic and LRTP Map Extract of parent parcel with
proposal clearly identified and reference points) - to be obtained at the Lands & Survey
Department
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan - to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department
Notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) (if applicable)
Proof of Partition (if applicable - for partitioning of lands)
Three (3) sets of plans showing -:
o proposed subdivision to reflect footpath/road alignment status (proposed or
existing) and width to a minimum scale of 1:1250
o indicate all existing structures, natural features including water courses and
requisite buffers to the watercourse
o cul de sac details
o certified bridge / culvert details (if applicable)
Public Health Approval (for proposed lots less than 3,000 sq.ft.)
Fees
Low Density
7000 sq.ft. (650.32 s.m.) & above
$30.00 per lot
Medium Density
3000 sq.ft. 6999 sq. ft. (278.8 s.m. 650.23 s.m.) -
$25.00 per lot
High Density
Below 3000 sq.ft. (278.71 s.m.)
$20.00 per lot
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Large Subdivision - Minimum six (6) lots
Three (3) Application forms completed and duly signed (to be signed by applicant) with
Postal Address (including Email) and Telephone number (including Mobile)
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic and LRTP Map Extract of parent parcel with
proposal clearly identified and reference points) - to be obtained at the Lands & Survey
Department
Notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) (if applicable)
Three (3) sets of plans showing -:
proposed subdivision and contour information to reflect footpath/road
alignment status (proposed or existing) and width to a minimum scale of
1:1250
Indication and status of all existing structures, natural features including
water courses, cliffs, high tension lines and requisite buffers, etc.
Indication of DCA minimum standard setbacks from features where
necessary
5% of development within centralize area as open space
Drainage Plan showing -:
Location of drains, bridges, culverts, etc.
Direction of flow and outfall
Section through drains showing materials
If sloped land is greater than 25% Engineering Report on proposed land
use and land profile(s) required.
Cross section through roads/footpaths, bridges, culverts to a scale of 1/4" = 1- 0" or
greater, showing:
Structural design
Camber
Materials of construction
Cul de sac details
Public Health Approval from the Public Health Department
Water Reticulation Plan/ Sewer Plan approved by WASCO
Structural certification from a Locally Registered Engineer
Fees
Low Density
7,000 sq.ft. (650.32 s.m.) & above
Medium Density
3,000 sq.ft. 6,999 sq. ft.
(278.8 s.m. 650.23 s.m.)
High Density
Below 3,000 sq.ft. (278.71 s.m.)
$30.00 per lot
$25.00 per lot
$20.00 per lot

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Partitioning / Rationalization of Land

An application for the partitioning/rationalization of lands (minimum six (6) lots) requires the
following:
Three (3) application forms completed and duly signed by applicant with postal address
(including Email) and Telephone number (including mobile)
One (1) Copy of the Location Plan (topographic and LRTP Map Extract of parent parcel
with proposal clearly identified map and reference points) to be obtained from the Lands &
Survey Department
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan - to be obtained from the Lands & Survey Department
One (1) Recent Copy of the Land Register and proof of Partition
Three (3) sets of plans showing:
Proposed subdivision and contour information to reflect footpath/road
alignment status (proposed or existing) and width to a minimum scale of
1:1250
Indication and status of all existing structures, natural features including
water courses, cliffs, high tension lines and requisite buffers, etc.
Indication of DCA minimum standards setbacks from features where
necessary
5% of development within centralized area as open space (for
rationalization)
Drainage Plan showing -:
Location of drains, bridges, culverts, etc.
Direction of flow and outfall
Section through drains showing materials
If sloped land is greater than 25% Engineering Report on proposed land
use and land profile (s) required.
Cross section through roads/footpaths to a scale of 1/4" = 1- 0" or greater, showing:
Structural design
Camber
Materials of construction
Cul de sac details
Public Health from the Public Health Department
Structural certification from a locally registered Engineer
Fees
Low Density
7,000 sq.ft. (650.32 s.m.) & above
$30.00 per lot
Medium Density
3,000 sq.ft. 6,999 sq. ft. (278.8 s.m. 650.23 s.m.) -
$25.00 per lot
High Density
Below 3,000 sq.ft. (278.71 s.m.)
$20.00 per lot
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Quarrying/Mining
Under the Provisions of the Physical Planning and Development Act an Environmental Impact
Assessment (EIA) is required for Quarrying and Mining Operations.
Approval in Principle
An application for Approval In Principle for Quarrying/Mining requires the following:
Covering Letter
One (1) Copy of the Location Plan (topographic sheet and LRTP map extract) with parcel
Three (3) Copies of the Outline Site Plan showing general areas for:
(a) Quarrying
(b) Stockpiling
(c) Buildings
Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) guided by a Terms of Reference (TOR) compiled

by the DCA
Fees
Up to 1 acre (0.4 hectares)
Above 1 acre (0.4 hectares)
$50.00
$120.00
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Quarrying/Mining
Approval
An application for Approval for Quarrying/Mining requires the following:
Covering Letter
Proof of Approval In Principle for landuse (where applicable)
Mitigation measures outlined in the approved Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
clearly identified - to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department
Notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) if applicable)
Three (3) Copies of Site Plan indicating-:

a) The boundaries of the property as per the Survey Plan
b) The limits of the site which will be subjected
to quarrying operations
c) The road network within the quarry
d) The location of existing and proposed electricity and water lines
e) The location of buildings on the site i.e. offices, explosives storage, maintenance
workshops, security limits etc.
f) Location of crusher/plant
g) Area of stockpiling
h) Area of public use
Three (3) complete sets of certified drawings to scale

for buildings, etc.
Fees
Quarrying/Mining
Isolated Blasting
$500.00 (plus cost of consultancy services obtained)

$100.00 (plus cost of consultancy services obtained)
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Land Movement Operations

Land Movement Operations includes Backfill, Leveling/Clearing of Land, etc.
Approval
An application for undertaking Landfill/Backfill Operations requires the following:
Covering Letter
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan - to be
obtained at the Lands & Survey Department
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic sheet
and LRTP map extract) with parcel clearly
identified - to be obtained at the Lands & Survey
Department
One (1) Recent Copy of Land Register - to be
obtained at the Land Registry Department
Notarized letter of permission from land owner(s)
(if applicable)
Three (3) Copies of Site Plan indicating area to be
backfilled
Drainage Plans and retaining wall details (if
applicable)
Engineer's Report
Fees
Levelling / Clearing of land
Land Fill Operation
$100.00
$100.00
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Transfer of a Structure
An application for the transfer of a structure (removing a structure from one location to another)
requires the following:
Covering Letter
One (1) Copy of Location Plan showing existing site - to be
One (1) Copy of Location Plan showing proposed site - to be
One (1) Recent copy of Land Register for proposed site - to be
obtained at the Land Registry Department
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan
Three (3) copies of site plan of proposed site
Public Health Approval and/or WASCO Approval where
applicable
Demolition of a Structure
An application for demolishing a structure requires the following:
Covering Letter indicating
(a)
Reasons for demolition
(b)
Method of demolition
(c)
Post and pre-site preparations
One (1) Recent copy of Land Register - to be obtained at the Land Registry Department
Fees
Transfer/Removal of a structure
Less than 500 sq.ft. (46.45 sq. m.
$15.00
Transfer/Removal of a structure
In excess of 500 sq.ft. (46.45 sq. m.)
$25.00
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Repairs/Renovations
An application for Repairs and Renovation to a structure requires the following:
Residential Repairs
Letter of Intent
Notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) if applicable
Elevations (if required)
Details (if required)
Commercial Repairs
Letter of Intent
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic and LRTP map extract) with parcel clearly
identified - to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department
Notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) if applicable
Elevations (if required)
Details (if required)
Architectural impressions of proposal, signed by a Locally
Registered Engineer
Fees
Residential
$25.00
Commercial
$50.00
Need Information on the status of your Application?

Call our Front Desk at 468-4457/4455
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Suitability of a Structure for obtaining a Liquor Licence

An application for the suitability of the structure for the purposes of obtaining a Liquor Licence
requires the following:
Liquor License Forms to be obtained from the First District Court
letter of permission/lease agreement from land owner(s) if applicable)
Fees
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic sheet and LRTP Map Extract) with parcel
Three (3) Copies of Floor Plan showing separate Male & Female toilets
Three (3) Copies of Site Plan showing functional parking
Evidence of prior Development Control Authority Approval for commercial use of the
structure/ retention of use (if applicable)
Fire Approval
Public Health Approval (if applicable)
Structural report from a locally registered engineer (if applicable)
$100.00
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Advertisement Signs
An application to erect an advertisement sign requires submission of the following:
clearly identified - to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department.
Covering Letter stating types of material to be used in the construction of the sign, types
of lighting, etc.
Three (3) copies of the Site Plan to scale showing setbacks of the sign to the adjacent
features such as the boundary, road reserve, etc.
Three (3) copies of a sketch of proposed sign showing dimensions and exact wording
Construction and fixing details certified by a Locally registered Engineer
Electrical Certification from a Locally Registered Electrical Engineer if sign is electrified
Fees
$30.00
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Tents
An application to erect a tent (for crusades, etc.) requires the submission of the following: Covering Letter indicating time period in which activity is to be scheduled
One (1) Recent copy of Land Register to be obtained at the Land Registry
Department (notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) if applicable)
Three (3) copies of Site Plans showing:
Location of tent
Functional Parking
Toilet facilities
Solid Waste Management Plan approved by the St. Lucia Solid Waste
Management Authority
Letter of Permission from the Police Department
Letter from the Red Cross
Traffic Management Plan approved by Ministry of Infrastructure, Port Services &
Transport
Fire Approval
Electrical certification from a Locally Registered Electrical Engineer
Fees
$100.00
Fees are waived for tents used for religious or community development
purposes approved by the Ministry of Social Transformation
Antenna/Satellite Dish/Tower
An application for the Installation of Communications Equipment requires the submission of the
following: Covering Letter
clearly identified - to be obtained from the Survey Department
Notarized Letter of Permission from land owner(s) if applicable)
Three (3) Copies of Details of antenna including fixing details
certified by a Locally Registered Engineer
Three (3) Copies of Site Plan
Details of any structures (if applicable) certified by a Locally Registered Engineer
Recommendation from the Saint Lucia Air & Sea Ports Authority
Recommendations from Ministry of Infrastructure, Port Services &
Transport
Fees
$75.00
Additional facilities (buildings, etc.) $0.30 per sq.ft. ($3.24 per s.m.)
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Amusement Park / Recreational Park

An application for the erection of an Amusement Park requires submission of the following:
Covering Letter
clearly identified to be obtained at the Survey and Mapping Department
Notarized Letter of Permission from land owner(s) (if applicable)
Three (3) Copies of the Site Plan showing:
Location of tents, containers, huts, etc.
Functional Parking
Toilet facilities
Three (3) sets of architectural drawings drawn to scale
All drawings to be certified by a Locally Registered Engineer
Traffic Management Plan approved by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Port Services &
Transport
Solid Waste Management Plan approved by the St. Lucia Solid Waste Management
Authority
Letter from the Red Cross
Letter of Permission from the Police Department
Fees
$100.00
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Parking Lot/Multi-Purpose Court

An application for the construction of a Parking Lot (parking of vehicles) /Multi-Purpose Court
requires the following: Covering Letter
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic sheet
and LRTP Map Extract) with parcel clearly identified
to be obtained from the Lands &Survey Department
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan - to be obtained at

the Lands &Survey Department
One (1) Recent Copy of Land Register -to be obtained at

the Land Registry Department

Three (3) copies of Site Plan (showing parking arrangement/outlining court area)
Certified construction details for court including cross-sections
Fees
$0.30 per sq.ft. ($3.24 per s.m.)
Vehicle Bond
An application for the development of a Vehicle Bond requires the following: Covering Letter
One (1) Copy of the Location Plan (topographic sheet and LRTP map extract) with parcel
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan - to be obtained from the Lands and Survey Department
Three (3) Site Plans showing functional parking arrangements

One (1) Recent Copy of the Land Register to be obtained at
the Land Registry Department
Notarized letter of Permission from land owner (s) (if applicable)

Details of any structures (if applicable) certified by a Locally
Registered Engineer
Fees
$0.30 per sq.ft. ($3.24 per sq. m)
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Storage Tanks / Cisterns

An application for the construction/placement of a Storage Tank/Cistern requires submission of
the following:
Covering Letter
clearly identified - to be obtained from the Lands & Survey Department
One (1) Recent copy of Land Register - to be obtained at the Land Registry Department (notarized
Three (3) Copies of Site Plan indicating minimum setbacks

Structural details certified by a Locally Registered Engineer
Fire Approval (if applicable)
Fees
$120.00
Fees are not applied to water tanks/cisterns submitted with a building application
Swimming Pool
An application for the development of a Swimming Pool requires the following:
Covering Letter
clearly identified - to be obtained from the Lands &Survey Department
Three (3) Copies of Site Plan indicating minimum setbacks
Three (3) Copies of structural drawings certified by a Locally Registered Engineer
Public Health Approval
Fees
$100.00
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Jetty
An application for the erection of a Jetty, Pier or Boardwalk requires submission of the
following:
Covering Letter
One (1) Copy of Location Plan (topographic sheet and LRTP map extract)
with parcel clearly identified - to be obtained from the Lands & Survey Department
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan - to be obtained from the Lands & Survey
Department
One (1) Recent Copy of Land Register - to be obtained at the Land Registry
Department (notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) if applicable)
Three (3) Copies of Site Plan

Construction details certified by a Locally Registered Engineer
Recommendation from Fisheries Department and SLASPA
Electrical certification from a Locally Registered Electrical Engineer (if
applicable)
Fees
$100.00
Fencing/Retaining Walls
An application for the erection of a Fence/Boundary Wall above 4 ft (1.22m) requires
submission of the following-:
Covering Letter
One (1) Copy of Lodged Survey Plan to be obtained at the

Lands & Survey Department
One (1) Recent Copy of Land Register to be obtained at the

Land Registry Department
Three (3) Copies of Site Plan showing area to be fenced

Details of Fence (cross section) indicating height of fence
Engineering Certification (if applicable)
Fees
$0.10 per sq.ft. ($1.12 per s.m.)
(length of wall/fence x thickness)
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Resubmission of Approved Applications

Permission for Development is granted for twelve (12) months. If an Approved Application is
not substantially commenced within the twelve (12) months, the application must be resubmitted
to the DCA for Approval.
The requirements for the submission of Approved Applications are:
Three (3) complete sets of Approved plans

Completed forms (where applicable)
Notarized letter of Permission from land owner (s) (if applicable)
Public Health Approval (where applicable)
Recent Fire Approval (where applicable if previous approval is more than 18 months)
WASCO Approval (if applicable)
Electrical Certification from a Locally Registered Electrical Engineer (if applicable)
Site Management Plan with hoarding detail certified by a Locally Registered Engineer (if
applicable)
Transport (if applicable)
Authority (if applicable)
Fees
Residential
1 499 sq.ft. (1- 46.36 s.m.)
500 sq.ft. (46.45 s.m.) and above
$20.00
$35.00
Commercial
1 499 sq.ft. (1- 46.36 s.m.)
500 sq.ft. (46.45 s.m.) and above
$30.00
$50.00
All other fees apply as a new application
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Completion Certificate
The requirements for the request of a completion certificate for Condominium/Apartment
Development are:
Letter requesting Certificate of Completion (clearly indicating the units requested)

Evidence of DCA approval
Site plan with buildings highlighted
If no evidence of DCA approval is provided, the developer will have to obtain DCA permission
by submitting an application for retention of use.
Retention of Use
The requirements for an application for retention of use are:
For Residential/Residential Multi-Family

Three (3) sets of architectural drawings done to scale (use of all floors to be indicated on relevant
floor plans, site plan to indicate ingress/egress, existing setbacks and functional parking to DCA standards)
Fees
and duly signed)
Engineering report from a Locally Registered Engineer
Residential building less than 500 sq.ft.(46.45 s.m.)

gross floor area
$20.00
Residential building between 500 1000 sq.ft.(46.45

92.90 s.m.) gross floor area $35.00
Residential building in excess of 1,000 sq.ft. (92.90

s.m.) gross floor area
- $0.15 per sq.ft.
($1.62 per s.m.)

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Retention of Use
For Institutional/Commercial/Touristic/Industrial/Infrastructural
Covering Letter
Project Brief outlining concept of application
(notarized letter of permission from land owner(s) if applicable)
Two (2) Building Forms to be obtained at the Lands & Survey Department (completed and duly
signed)
Three (3) sets of Architectural drawings to scale (use of all floors to be indicated on relevant floor
plans, site plan to indicate ingress/egress, minimum setbacks and functional parking to DCA standards)
Engineering report from a Locally Registered Engineer

Recommendations from Fire Department
Authority
Fees
$0.30 per sq.ft.($3.24 per s.m.)
Commercial Buildings
Offices, cinemas, restaurants & bars
workshops, repair shops, industrial buildings
warehouses, garages necessary buildings, etc.
Guest House -(basic fee)

$250.00
$20.00
Hotel (basic fee)

$500.00
$30.00
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MANAGEMENT PLANS
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MANAGEMENT PLANS REQUIREMENTS

Please note that the approval for these management plans are handled directly by the agencies
and the requirements are subject to change at any time. It is advisable that you confirm with
these agencies as to whether these requirements have changed.
1. Site Management Plan to include:
Site Plan indicating:
Entrance/exit to the site
Areas for storage of materials, equipment, mixing areas, etc.
Location of site office and portable toilets, etc.
Method of hoarding site
Certified detail of hoarding
Signage providing description of project/contractor, etc.
Details of signage
2. Traffic Management Plan approved by the Ministry of Infrastructure, Port Services and
Transport, Union, Castries.
Tel. No. 468-4300 / 468-4311
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR DEVELOPMENTS ALONG HIGHWAYS
1. "Slow - Construction Vehicle Crossing Ahead" signs are to be placed at least 75m ahead
of the main intersection (on both sides) along the Highway. These signs should be
reflective and be of white background with red lettering.
2. No vehicles (motorized or otherwise) should be parked or left idling along the highway.
This includes site vehicles and those driven by workers.
3. No construction material should be stored along the highway (including the soft
shoulders).
4. Where there is need to employ/obtain the assistance of a Traffic Officer for the purpose
of controlling traffic , request for assistance must be made in advance to the Traffic
Department.
5. You are required to inform in writing of the scheduled commencement date of
construction activities to the Traffic Department.
You are required to obtain approval for the traffic management plan specific to your site.
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3. Solid Waste Management Plan

PURPOSE OF THE GUIDELINES
These guidelines are intended to:
a)
Promote a coherent integrated approach whereby the management of construction and

demolition waste, green waste and other waste generated in the process of the
development is given due consideration throughout the life cycle of the project.
b)
Outline the manner in which clients, planners, designers, contractors, subcontractors and
all others involved in the project can act co-operatively in order to reduce and manage all
waste arising from the project.
c)
Provide designers, developers, practitioners and competent authorities with an agreed

basis for determining the adequacy of waste management plans.
The following information shall be submitted to the office of the Saint Lucia Solid Waste
Management Authority.
P.S. Developers are required to follow the numbering/lettering sequence when submitting the
Waste Management Plan for developments. To avoid delays in the approval process, all
information requested must be provided. In the event that any information is not presently
available, developers must provide a statement to undertake to provide the necessary information
once it becomes available.
Approval from the Saint Lucia Solid Waste Management Authority, Sans Soucis, P.O. Box
CP 5722, Castries, Saint Lucia
Tel. No. 453-2208,
Fax 453-6856
www.sluswma.org,
Email sluswma@candw.lc
1.0
2.0
Introduction
1.1
Name of Proposed Project/Development
1.2
Brief description of the Proposed Project/Development
PRE-CONSTRUCTION PHASE
2.1 Site Description
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Indicate whether the site is vacant

Indicate whether there are any buildings on the site
Indicate what materials/items will be removed from the site
Indicate the estimated volume of material/waste to be removed from the site
Indicate how the waste will be managed
Indicate whether any hazardous waste will be generated and state how it will be
managed
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2.2 Waste Description & Quantities

a) Indicate the nature (type) and volume of waste which will be generated daily
b) State how each waste type will be managed
2.3 Waste Diversion
a) Indicate the volume and nature (type) of waste which will be diverted away from
the landfill
b) Indicate where the waste will be diverted and for what purpose
c) If applicable, provide written proof from the property owner for approval for use
2.4 Waste Transportation
a) Indicate the name and contact details of the private contractor(s), waste hauler(s)
who will be engaged to transport the waste to the landfill site.
b) Indicate the license plate number of the vehicle(s) which will be transporting the
waste
3.0
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
3.1 Waste Description & Quantities
a) Indicate the nature (type) and volume of waste which will be generated daily
b) Indicate how each waste type will be managed
3.2 Waste Storage
a) Indicate the type of receptacle(s) to be provided for the storage of waste generated
from the construction activity
3.3 Waste Transportation
a) Indicate the name and contact details of the private contractor(s), waste hauler(s)
who will be engaged in transporting the waste
b) Indicate the license plate number(s) and the type of the vehicle(s) which will be
transporting the waste
3.4 Waste Collection Frequency and Spill Control
a) Indicate the frequency with which waste will be disposed by the private
contractor/waste hauler and the precautionary measures to be taken during
transportation to prevent spillage
3.5 Indicate the Estimated Length of Time for Completion of the Construction
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4.0
OPERATIONAL PHASE
4.1 Indicate the proposed use(s) of the development upon completion
4.2 Indicate the number, capacity and type of waste receptacles which will be provided
on the premises and where they will be placed for the storage of waste generated
4.3 Indicate the frequency with which the waste will be disposed and at which landfill
4.4 Indicate what measures will be taken in order to prevent access by vagrants and
members of the public to the stored solid waste
4.5 Indicate the manner in which the waste will be placed out on the road curb/sidewalk
for collection and the frequency
4.6 Indicate whether the building will be used for both residential and commercial
purposes
4.7 For commercial establishments, indicate who will be responsible for the disposal of
the waste. In accordance with the Waste Management Act No. 8 of 2004, Section 33,
Subsection 1, Any person who conduct industrial, commercial or institutional
operations must make their own arrangements for waste management and shall ensure
that any waste generated does not present a risk to human health, safety or the
environment.
Please Note:
1. That a statement must be provided stating that the developer and the principal contractor
will take all necessary steps to ensure that the waste is managed in accordance with the
Waste Management Plan approved by the Authority as well as the Waste Management
Act of 2004.
2. That the Waste Management Plan must be completed and signed by the developer or
his/her representative.
3. That the Waste Management Plan must be submitted with a copy of the following:
a. A Site Plan
b. A Location Plan
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REFERRAL AGENCY APPROVAL
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REFERRAL AGENCY APPROVAL

Please note that these approvals are handled directly by the referral agencies and the
requirements are subject to change at any time. It is advisable that you confirm with these
agencies as to whether these requirements have changed prior to undertaking them. These
applications are subject to the payment of fees.
Fire Department
Expiration Date of Recommendation
Validity of safety recommendations for new buildings is two years

Validity of extensions and refurbishments to existing buildings is eighteen (18) months
Note that this period commence from the stamp date on the drawings which should
correspond with the letter or recommendations
Issues which will need new referral
Any changes to affect escape routes (stairways and exits) or alter the layout of the building, even
though within the validation period nullifies the recommendations. These changes include:
Any changes made to exit/staircase arrangements
Change of location of building
Change of occupancy type from the appraised type
Change in the use of construction material e.g. from concrete to glass
Fire Department
Checklist for Commercial, Touristic, Industrial Applications, etc.
1. Cover letter addressed to the Chief Fire Officer stating intended use of property (include
contact telephone number)
2. Location Plan clearly defining site and include landmarks where possible
3. Two complete set of drawings to include:
Site Plan
Floor Plan showing layout of equipment where possible
Elevations
Sections
4. A Request Form to be completed (obtained at the Fire Service Department)
5. The stipulated fee (see Table 1)
Checklist for Liquor License Applications
1. Cover letter addressed to the Chief Fire Officer stating intended use of property (include
contact telephone number)
2. Location Plan clearly defining site and include landmarks where possible
3. Two (2) copies of Floor Plan showing layout of equipment where possible
4. A Request Form to be completed (obtained at the Fire Service Department)
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Department of Environmental Health

Checklist for Residential Applications
1. Two Properly and neatly completed copies of sewage application form to include:
Name in full
Address of Owner
Contact telephone number
Location of site
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Proof of ownership permission letter to utilize land

Two (2) copies of map sheets with proposed development site clearly indicated
Two (2) copies of survey plan (plans under 3,000 sq.ft. surveyed before 1978)
Two copies of topographical map
Location plan easy to read with conspicuous land marks or structures such as public
buildings, neighbouring residential premises, etc.
7. Two site plans indicating:
Scale of drawing - 1 in 20
Design layout of lot to scale
North point
Size of lot
Size of building
Area of open space
All boundaries clearly demarcated
All access roads indicated
Dimensions of lot
Dimensions of building
Name of owner and architect / draftsman printed
Waste storage facilities
Main and branch water lines (WASCO mains and feeder lines to the house)
Capacity and location of auxiliary water supply
Surface drains indicated
Grey water lines into surface drains
Sub-soil effluent disposal system located not less than 50 feet away from any
water course
Sub-soil effluent disposal system located not less than 10 feet from boundary lines
Location of septic tank indicated
Span of sewage line not more than 30ft
Site plan not drawn in pencil
White / wipe out not used on the plan
Fonts readable
8. Two (2) Detailed Floor plans
(a) Design layout of building to scale
(b) Layout of fixtures, lavatories, toilet bowls, showers, etc.
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Department of Environmental Health Contd

Checklist for Residential Apartments / Commercial Applications
1. Two Properly and neatly completed copies of sewage application form to include:
Name in full
Address of Owner
Contact telephone number
Location of site
2. Cover letter (brief detailed description of project or development)
3. Proof of ownership permission letter to utilize land
4. Two (2) copies of map sheets with proposed development site clearly indicated
5. Two (2) copies of survey plan
6. Two copies of topographical map
7. Location plan easy to read with conspicuous land marks or structures such as public
buildings, neighbouring residential premises, etc.
8. Two site plans indicating:
Scale of drawing - 1 in 20
Design layout of lot to scale
North point
Size of lot
Size of building
Area of open space
All boundaries clearly demarcated
All access roads indicated
Dimensions of lot
Dimensions of building
Name of owner and architect / draftsman printed
Waste storage facilities
Main and branch water lines (WASCO mains and feeder lines to the house)
Surface drains indicated
Grey water lines into surface drains
Sub-soil effluent disposal system located not less than 50 feet away from any
water course
Sub-soil effluent disposal system located not less than 10 feet from boundary lines
Design layout of septic tank to scale
Span of sewage line not more than 30ft
Site plan not drawn in pencil
White / wipe out not used on the plan
Fonts readable
9. Two (2) Detailed Floor plans
(a) Design layout of building to scale
(b) Layout of fixtures, lavatories, toilet bowls, showers, etc.
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Department of Environmental Health Contd

Checklist for Residential Apartments / Commercial Applications Contd
10. Building Elevations

11. Two (2) copies of detailed drainage plans
12. Two (2) copies of detailed plumbing plans (including isometrics)
13. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
14. Environmental Information System (EIS)
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Developments Requiring Environmental Impact Assessments
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THE PHYSICAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ACT

MAKES PROVISIONS FOR
MATTERS FOR WHICH AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ASSESSMENT (EIA) IS ORDINARILY REQUIRED
FOURTH SCHEDULE
1.
Hotels of more than the number of rooms specified in the Regulations
2.
Subdivisions of more than the number of plots specified in the Regulations
3.
Residential development of more than the number of units specified in the Regulations
4.
Any Industrial plant which in the opinion of the Head of the Physical Planning and
Development Division is likely to cause significant adverse environmental impacts
5.
Quarrying and other mining activities
6.
Marinas
7.
Land reclamation, dredging and filling of ponds
8.
Ports
9.
Dams and reservoirs
10. Hydro-electric projects and power plants

11. Desalination plants
12. Water purification plants
13. Sanitary land fill operations, solid waste disposal sites, toxic waste disposal sites and other
similar sites
14. Gas pipeline installations
15. Any development projects generating or potentially generating emissions, aqueous effluent,
solid waste, noise, vibration or radioactive discharges
16. Any development involving the storage and use of hazardous materials
17. Coastal zone developments
18. Development in wetlands, marine parks, national parks, conservation areas, environmental
protection areas or other sensitive environmental areas.
Fees are presently under review and are subject to change
Need Information on the status of your Application?

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ANNEX 1
i)
ii)
iii)
iv)
v)
vi)
vii)
viii)
ix)
x)
xi)
xii)
xiii)
xiv)
xv)
xvi)
xvii)
Reference Number
Date of submission
Number of plans submitted
Applicants name
Block and Parcel Number
Location of development
District
Approval type (full approval or approval in principle)
Application type e.g. commercial, residential, subdivision, etc.
Other types of applications not specified under application type, e.g tent, fence.
Area of development (building area or area of lots for subdivisions)
Number of bedrooms
Number of lots
Fees
Department Circulation dispatched and returned, i.e. receipt numbers
Designers Name
Registering Officers Name
ANNEX 2
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Applicants name
Address
Application Reference Number
Development type
Building Officer Zones
Office contacts

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GOVERNMENT OF SAINT LUCIA

Ministry of Physical Development, Housing and Urban Renewal

Physical Planning Section

Guide to Obtaining Permission to

Physical Planning Section

Permission must first be obtained from the

Other Standards (WASCO, LUCELEC)

Provisions of the Act

Other Services , Copy of Register/Search Fee

Drawing Requirements / Drawing Scales

Procedure used for the Processing of Applications

DCA Application Process Flow Chart

Application Submission Requirements and Fees

Applications for Approval:

Residential/Residential Extension Applications

Residential Multi-Family Apartments

Land Subdivision (Small Subdivision/Partitioning of Land)

Land Subdivision (Large Subdivision)

Land Subdivision (Partitioning/Rationalization of Land)

Quarrying and Mining

Land Movement Operations

Residential & Commercial Repairs

Suitability of a Structure for obtaining a Liquor License

Amusement Park / Recreational Park

Parking Lot/Multi-Purpose Court

Storage Tanks/ Cisterns

Fencing / Retaining Walls

Resubmission of Approved Applications

Retention of Use (Residential/Residential Multi-Family)

Retention of Use (Institutional/Commercial/Touristic/Industrial

Management Plans Requirements

Referral Agencies Approval

Building Officers Zones

Gros Islet North

Gros Islet South

Vieux Fort/ Laborie

Anse la Raye/ Canaries

Fees are presently under review and are subject to change

DCA Minimum Standards

7,000 sq.ft. min.

3,000 sq.ft. to 6,999 sq.ft.

Below 3,000 sq.ft.

Lot Frontages and Mean Depth

Low Density - 7,000 sq.ft. min. (detached house)

Medium Density 3,000 sq.ft. to 6,999 sq.ft.

High Density below 3,000 sq.ft.

Apartments, Condominiums and Villas

50 bedrooms per acre

Hotels and Guest Houses

75 bedrooms per acre

Residential Multi-Family (apartments, condominiums, villas)

Commercial (not within the CBD)

Commercial (within the CBD not a corner lot)

Commercial (within the CBD corner lot)

DCA Minimum Standards

Side Setbacks (standard)

Below 3000 sq ft (278.71 s.m.)

these vary according to category of road

10 ft. (3.05 m) Footpath

DCA Minimum Standards

Setbacks from the High Water Mark (HWM)

25ft. from the HWM

Slopes of 1:4 1:20

50ft. from the HWM