Code of Ethics
Professional Responsibilities
To perpetuate building within Nigeria and to achieve the goals stated above, Members shall therefore, commit to:
- Comply with the prevailing Building Codes in Nigeria as a minimum standard for construction and shall work toward its improvement in the interest of structural sufficiency, safety and health.
- Abide by the guidelines and norms of all government agencies relevant in the built industry including the Federal Ministry of Works & Housing, Federal Ministry of Power, Federal Ministry of Water Resources, Federal Capital Development Authority, Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria, Family Homes Funds, FCT / State Government Departments and Agencies, etc.
- Conduct business affairs with professionalism, honesty, integrity, encourage and uphold sound business practices that support the principles of KYC and other financial regulations.
- Endorse their Estates by the Association as a mark of credence and integrity, and ensure professionalism and due diligence
- Exchange information and experience, and encourage research on materials, real estate development trends, technical advancements and building techniques in order to provide the best value for customers.
- Avoid statements or actions that may be misleading or deceptive to clients. Describe accurately and honestly the price, materials, and standards of workmanship used in our jobs for records
- Plan sites and homes to conform to the principles of good community planning and support for the environment.
- Actively promote Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) principles.
- Avoid intentionally harming directly or indirectly, privately or publicly, the professional reputation or business of other members of this Association.
- Deal justly with our employees, subcontractors, and suppliers of all goods and services.
- Act professionally, making good efforts to meet contractual, moral and ethical obligations and commitments regarding business activities and our commitment to the Association.
- Abide by extant laws / policies, regulations and building practices that effect business interest and the building industry as a whole.
- Support our local, state and national branches of the association
- Mandatory participation and support in the association’s capacity building programs
- A member in an elective or nominative position shall be fully compliant in the discharge of his/her duties, be accountable to the Association, customers/consumers, regulatory authorities, government and the general public.
- Upon registering with the Association, Developers must register with and abide by regulations pursuant to the Special Control Unit on Money Laundering (SCUML) for the purpose of AML/CFT supervision