People's Republic of China (PRC) building law
Seventh before the start of a construction project, the construction unit shall, in accordance with the relevant provisions of the state, apply to the construction administrative department of the people's government at or above the county level where the project is located for a construction permit; However, except for small projects below the quota determined by the administrative department of construction in the State Council. According to the authority and procedures stipulated by the State Council, the construction project that has approved the commencement report will no longer receive the construction permit.
Article 8 To apply for a construction permit, the following conditions shall be met: (1) Having gone through the formalities for approval of land for construction projects; (two) to handle the construction project planning permit according to law, and has obtained the construction project planning permit; (three) the need for demolition, demolition progress in line with the construction requirements; (4) The construction enterprise has determined; (5) Having the capital arrangement, construction drawings and technical data to meet the construction needs; (six) there are specific measures to ensure the quality and safety of the project. The construction administrative department shall, within seven days from the date of receiving the application, issue a construction permit to the qualified application.