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How to Get an Occupancy Certificate for a Newly Build House in Pretoria

  • Writer: jober obie
    jober obie
  • Jan 3
  • 2 min read

How to Get an Occupancy Certificate in Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand or Hartebeespoort Dam — And How Baxolog Home Construction, as Your Builder, Makes It Easy



Building a new home is an exciting milestone — but before you can legally move in, you must obtain an Occupancy Certificate from the City of Tshwane. This certificate confirms that your home is safe, compliant, and built according to approved plans.

At Baxolog Home Construction, we don’t just build your home. We guide you through every step of the compliance process, so you receive your Occupancy Certificate quickly and without stress. Here’s how the process works and how we help you get it right the first time.

1. Submitting the Application to the Municipality

To start the process, an application must be submitted to the City of Tshwane’s building control department. This includes all required documents and any applicable fees.

How Baxolog Helps:

We prepare and compile all the paperwork for you, ensuring nothing is missing — the most common reason applications get delayed.

2. Collecting All Compliance Certificates

Before the municipality can issue the certificate, several compliance documents must be provided, including:

  • Electrical Certificate of Compliance

  • Plumbing compliance certificate

  • Structural engineer’s completion certificate

  • Glazing certificate (if applicable)

  • Fire clearance (for certain buildings)

How Baxolog Helps:

We, as your builder, coordinate with all subcontractors, engineers, and specialists to ensure every certificate is issued correctly and on time. You don’t have to chase anyone — we handle it all.

3. Municipal Building Inspection

A municipal inspector will visit your property to verify:

  • Structural safety

  • Plumbing and sanitation compliance

  • Electrical installation compliance

  • Fire and safety requirements

  • That the home matches the approved building plans

How Baxolog Helps:

We schedule the inspection, meet the inspector on site, and ensure the home is fully prepared for approval.

4. Fixing Any Issues (If Required)

If the inspector identifies any non‑compliance, it must be corrected before the certificate can be issued.

How Baxolog Helps:

We, as your builder, immediately address any issues, complete the required corrections, and arrange the follow‑up inspection — keeping your project moving forward.

5. Receiving Your Occupancy Certificate

Once everything is approved, the municipality issues the Occupancy Certificate, confirming your home is safe and legally ready to occupy.

How Baxolog Helps:

We, as your builder, collect the certificate on your behalf and hand it over with your final project documentation. You receive a complete, compliant, move‑in‑ready home.

Why Homeowners Trust Baxolog Home Construction

We at Baxolog Home Builders, don’t just build houses — we deliver peace of mind.

With Baxolog Home Builders, you get:

  • A fully managed compliance process

  • Professional coordination of all certificates

  • Smooth municipal inspections

  • Zero paperwork stress

  • A legally compliant home ready for occupation

Your home is one of your biggest investments. We make sure it’s built — and approved — the right way.

Building in Pretoria? Let Baxolog Home Construction be preferred Builder.

If you’re planning to build a new home in Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand, or Hartbeespoort, Baxolog Home Construction ensures your project is completed correctly, legally, and ready for occupation.

Contact Jan - 073 2195445 or email: jan.baxologbuilders@gmail.com today to start your journey with a team that builds with integrity, precision, and care.


 
 
 

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