The Provincial Government issues various permits and clearances for resource extraction, construction, and regulated activities. Citizens and businesses can apply for the necessary permits and authorizations required for their operations.

Sub-Services:

Sand and Gravel Extraction Permit

  • Description: Permit issuance for extraction of sand and gravel for commercial, private use, and government projects.
  • Who Can Avail: Individuals and companies engaged in sand and gravel extraction
  • Requirements:
    • Barangay endorsement
    • Municipal endorsement
    • Owner’s endorsement (if privately owned)
    • Survey plan signed by Geodetic Engineer
    • Environment compliance certificate
    • Application form
  • Visit the Environment and Natural Resources Office at CASAMATA Hill, Bangued, Abra
  • Email: enro@abra.gov.ph

Transport Permit for Minor Forest Products

  • Description: Permit issuance for transport of minor forest products (firewood, bamboo, charcoal, etc.) within and outside the province.
  • Who Can Avail: Individuals and companies transporting minor forest products
  • Requirements: Permit application form
  • Visit the Environment and Natural Resources Office at CASAMATA Hill, Bangued, Abra

Small-Scale Mining Registration

  • Description: Registration and certification of small-scale miners to ensure compliance with mining regulations and environmental standards.
  • Who Can Avail: Individual miners and mining cooperatives
  • Requirements:
    • Mayor’s clearance
    • Business permit
    • Barangay clearance
    • Police clearance
    • Registration form
  • Visit the Environment and Natural Resources Office at CASAMATA Hill, Bangued, Abra

Excavation Permit

  • Description: Permit issuance for excavation on local government property for construction and development projects.
  • Who Can Apply: Citizens and contractors planning excavation projects
  • Requirements:
    • Letter request
    • Vicinity map
  • Visit the Provincial Engineer’s Office – Administrative Division, Capitol Bldg., Pratt St., Zone 5, Bangued, Abra
  • Cost: FREE

Pole Erection Permit

  • Description: Permit issuance for erection of poles for utilities and communications infrastructure.
  • Who Can Apply: Utility companies and communications providers
  • Requirements:
    • Letter request
    • Vicinity map
    • Technical specifications
  • Visit the Provincial Engineer’s Office – Administrative Division, Capitol Bldg., Pratt St., Zone 5, Bangued, Abra
  • Cost: FREE