License / Permit / Service Description

• Professional MBIP Factory Building Plan application coordination for new factory construction, industrial extensions, building renovations, approved plan amendments and structural alterations within Iskandar Puteri, Johor. Services include preliminary premises assessment, existing approval verification, document preparation and submission coordination. We assist with liaison between factory owners, developers, appointed architects, structural engineers, M&E consultants and relevant technical authorities to ensure that required plans and supporting documents are coordinated for the applicable MBIP/OSC submission. Additional administrative assistance may cover planning permission coordination, technical comment responses, revised drawing submissions, building approval enquiries and subsequent compliance documentation. All professional plan certifications and statutory approvals remain with the authorised parties.

Related Departments / Regulatory Bodies ​

• Majlis Bandaraya Iskandar Puteri (MBIP)
• MBIP Building Department
• MBIP One Stop Centre (OSC)
• MBIP Planning and Development Department
• MBIP Engineering Department
• MBIP Licensing Department, for factory business licensing
• Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia (BOMBA)
• Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM)
• Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
• Principal Submitting Person (PSP)
• Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH/JKKP), where applicable
• Department of Environment (DOE/JAS), where applicable
• Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS), where applicable
• Relevant water, sewerage, electricity and telecommunications authorities
• Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), for separate manufacturing licensing matters
• Other technical agencies relevant to the proposed industrial development
  

License Name ( Bahasa Malayu )

• Permohonan Kelulusan Pelan Bangunan Kilang MBIP
  

Application Scenarios & Business Necessity

• A developer intends to construct a new factory on industrial land.
• A manufacturer proposes to extend an existing production building.
• A factory operator wishes to add a mezzanine floor for storage or office use.
• A company needs to amend an existing approved factory building layout.
• An industrial tenant plans to install partitions affecting approved building arrangements.
• A factory owner intends to modify structural walls, beams or other load-bearing components.
• A business proposes to convert part of a factory into office or ancillary facilities.
• A warehouse operator intends to extend or alter its existing building.
• A manufacturer requires building plan approval before carrying out major renovation works.
• A property owner discovers that earlier factory extensions were not approved.
• A factory needs revised building plans following changes to fire safety requirements.
• An industrial development requires coordination of architectural, structural and M&E submissions.
• A factory owner wishes to verify whether existing approved plans match actual site conditions.
• A company requires coordination of building approvals before proceeding with subsequent licensing or CCC matters.
• A developer is preparing an industrial project involving planning permission, earthworks, infrastructure and building plan submissions.

Important Rules & Compliance Standards

• The factory premises must be within MBIP's administrative jurisdiction.
• The application must be classified correctly as a new building plan, additional and alteration plan, or amendment to an approved building plan.
• Applicable planning permission must be obtained or the lawful exemption status established.
• Proposed factory use must comply with the approved land use and planning conditions.
• Building plans must be prepared and certified by a legally qualified submitting professional.
• Structural drawings and calculations must be prepared or endorsed by the appropriate registered engineer.
• MBIP's prescribed JB.01 and JB.02 building plan documentation requirements must be reviewed.
• The applicable OSC 3 Plus 2025 Building Plan Checklist must be followed.
• Form A and other statutory declarations must be completed by the authorised professional where required.
• Existing approved plans must be provided for extension or amendment applications.
• The proposed layout must accurately represent building dimensions, floors, access, circulation and use.
• Building setbacks, plot coverage, floor area and other planning controls must be observed.
• Fire compartmentation, escape routes, fire appliance access and relevant fire protection systems must comply with applicable requirements.
• Structural capacity must be assessed before adding mezzanine floors or significant additional loads.
• Industrial ventilation, mechanical systems, electrical installations and utility provisions must meet applicable technical standards.
• Earthworks, drainage, road access and infrastructure proposals may require separate technical approvals.
• Factory process hazards, machinery and occupational safety requirements must be assessed where relevant.
• Environmental approvals or supporting studies may be required for certain industrial activities.
• Temporary buildings or construction installations may require separate permits.
• Construction must not commence contrary to applicable statutory requirements or without the necessary approvals.
• Material changes to approved building plans may require an amendment application.
• Unauthorised existing building works must be disclosed and assessed; approval cannot be assumed retrospectively.
• Approved building plans must be distinguished from business premises licensing and MIDA Manufacturing Licence requirements.
• Building completion and occupation must comply with applicable CCC requirements.
• Official processing fees, deposits and technical charges must be calculated using the relevant current MBIP schedules.
• The appointed professional must respond to technical comments and coordinate revised plans when necessary.
• Consultants must not sign statutory architectural or engineering certifications unless independently qualified and authorised.
• Final approval depends on MBIP's assessment and relevant technical agency clearances.
  

Compound & Legal Penalties

• Rejection or delay of building plan applications due to incomplete documents or non-compliant drawings.
• Enforcement action for commencing construction without the required building plan approval.
• Statutory notices requiring unauthorised building works to stop.
• Orders to alter, rectify or remove building works that contravene applicable requirements.
• Possible prosecution or statutory penalties under the Street, Drainage and Building Act 1974.
• Separate enforcement action for non-compliance with planning permission requirements under applicable planning legislation.
• Additional penalties for unsafe structures or building works that endanger occupants or the public.
• Fire safety enforcement measures where the building fails to satisfy applicable fire protection requirements.
• Regulatory consequences for unapproved structural modifications or mezzanine construction.
• Additional processing, professional or technical costs for revised or corrective submissions.
• Possible delay in CCC issuance or other building completion processes.
• Delays or complications in obtaining factory business licences or other sector-specific approvals.
• Professional disciplinary action where registered professionals breach their statutory obligations.
• Legal and financial consequences arising from false declarations or fraudulent technical documents.

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