What is Occupancy Certificate (OC)?
By Property Point Advisory·Updated September 2026
In short
An Occupancy Certificate certifies that a completed building meets the approved plan and is legally fit to occupy. Never take possession of a ready home without the OC — its absence blocks loans, water/electricity regularisation and resale.
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What does Occupancy Certificate (OC) mean?
An Occupancy Certificate certifies that a completed building meets the approved plan and is legally fit to occupy. Never take possession of a ready home without the OC — its absence blocks loans, water/electricity regularisation and resale.
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