BUILDERS (REGISTRATION, ETC.) ACT

An Act establishes the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria to regulate building practices and register professional builders. It targets builders, contractors, architects, and construction clients. This ensures buildings are executed by qualified practitioners to protect public safety.

What Is This Policy?

An Act establishing the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON) to regulate building practice, register professional builders, and ensure building works are executed by qualified practitioners.

Who Does It Target?

Professional builders and building contractors Architects and engineers working with builders Construction clients engaging professional builders State planning authorities requiring registered builders

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Protect the public from incompetent building contractors by ensuring all professional building works are executed by registered, qualified builders meeting defined competency standards.

Key Features

Registration: All professional builders must be registered with CORBON before undertaking building projects. Examinations: CORBON administers professional examinations for building practice. Discipline: CORBON investigates complaints and disciplines members for negligence or misconduct. Corporate Registration: Building companies must register with CORBON to offer professional building services.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: Nationwide construction sector Beneficiaries: Building owners; public safety Funding: Registration fees

How to Access

Hold a recognised building or construction qualification Complete prescribed practical experience Pass CORBON professional examination Register with CORBON and pay annual subscription Application method: Apply for CORBON registration at https://www.corbon.gov.ng

Important Terms

Undertaking professional building works without registration is illegal Government building contracts may require CORBON registration Structural failures caused by unregistered builders attract criminal liability

Official Resources

Website: https://www.corbon.gov.ng Contact: Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON)

Legal Framework

Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly as the Builders (Registration, etc.) Act (Cap B18 LFN 2004), establishing the Council of Registered Builders of Nigeria (CORBON). Operates alongside the Urban and Regional Planning Act, the Architects (Registration, etc.) Act (Cap A19 LFN 2004), the National Building Code, and relevant state planning laws. Aligns with Commonwealth and international professional registration standards for the built environment.