Construction permits

For people building their own home and for developers with projects lined up: I prepare the file, submit it to the authority and follow it until the permit is in your hands.

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Procedures I handle

  1. Building permit New build, family home or commercial project: I prepare the file (licencia de construcción) and follow it until the permit is issued.

    Documents I usually ask for

    • Property deed or title
    • Architectural plans signed by a licensed DRO
    • Current property tax (predial) receipt
    • Official ID
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  2. Alignment and official street number The first paper any lot needs (alineamiento y número oficial): it sets the boundary with the street and the official address.

    Documents I usually ask for

    • Property deed
    • Location sketch
    • Current property tax (predial) receipt
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  3. Land use certificate Certificate or license (uso de suelo) confirming what can be built or operated on the property.

    Documents I usually ask for

    • Property deed
    • Description of the intended use
    • Site or location plan
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  4. Additions and remodeling Permits to extend or modify an existing building without trouble with the authorities.

    Documents I usually ask for

    • Previous permit (if any)
    • Plans of the current state and of the project
    • Owner’s ID
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  5. Construction regularization For work done without a permit (regularización): I bring what is already built into compliance.

    Documents I usually ask for

    • Property deed
    • Survey of the existing construction
    • Photos of the work
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  6. Notice of completion Formal closing of the permit (aviso de terminación de obra) so the construction is officially recognized.

    Documents I usually ask for

    • Building permit
    • Site log (bitácora de obra)
    • DRO sign-off
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Requirements vary by municipality and by case. Before we start, I confirm the exact list with you.

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Before we start

Deed and property tax up to date
Almost every construction procedure starts with the property deed and a current property tax (predial) receipt. If something is missing, I tell you how to sort it out first.
Plans and sign-off
Permits usually require plans signed by a licensed construction director (DRO). If you already have an architect, I coordinate with them; if not, I point you in the right direction.
Clear costs from the start
I keep my fees separate from the government fees, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
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