Building a Commercial Property

If you plan to build a commercial property, you will need a building permit.

What does this product or service mean?

What should you pay attention to?

You must obtain a permit before you begin construction on the site. An architect or architectural draftsman can assist you with this.

We will not process incomplete applications.

If you plan to build or renovate a structure, you need a building permit. Applications for building permits are processed and issued by the Permits Unit of the Realization Department within the Spatial Planning and Development Directorate.

When can you apply for this?

You must be a resident of the Public Entity of Bonaire.

How do you apply for this?

Here’s how to submit an application to build a commercial property:

You must be familiar with the financial requirements for building a commercial property
You must own the property or lease the land (for leased land, this applies only to agricultural activities)
You must submit an application via....
You must include the following attachments with your application:
- A notarial deed for the parcel
- Written authorization
- Survey report
- A1-format construction drawing (including site plan)
You must pay the required building permit fees associated with your application

Who can you contact?

Directorate of Spatial Planning and Development (R&O)
Address: Kaya Amsterdam n/n
Telephone: (+599) 715 5330
Email: directie_ro@bonairegov.com

Opening hours
Monday through Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

How long does it take?

We aim to process requests within 16 weeks of receiving the application.

The Executive Council may postpone the decision by up to eight weeks

What does it cost?

You will receive a completed fee notice via email for the payment of the building permit fee.