Any changes to the layout of a flat or house should be formally documented straight away. This will save you a lot of hassle later on if you wish to sell, gift or bequeath the property. The key is to establish immediately which changes need to be recorded in the documentation following the renovation. A property lawyer and personalised support can assist you with this.
What is a property conversion?
The term ‘property conversion’ refers to work carried out without altering the structure of load-bearing walls. In flats, this might involve combining a toilet with a bathroom or creating new partitions. In a house, such work might involve building outbuildings or a terrace nearby.
Usually, redevelopment does not require obtaining planning permission. However, a new technical certificate must be drawn up to bring the documentation into line with the actual situation. This can be done after the work has been completed.
Specifics of legalising the redevelopment of a flat and a house
The formalisation of property redevelopment follows a simplified procedure. Therefore, a building permit is not required. You need to contact a specialist to have them draw up a new technical passport in line with the changes resulting from the redevelopment.
Once you have received the technical passport for the property, you must register with the state registrar. It is the registrar who must enter the information from the technical passport into the State Register of Property Affairs. This procedure serves as confirmation that the alterations resulting from the redevelopment of the flat or house have been formalised.
The process of legalising a re-planning project is often daunting due to the unknowns involved. If you are unsure where to start, entrust the matter to a property lawyer. Contact them for assistance to obtain answers to important questions regarding the documentation.
What documents are required to legalise a re-planning project?
Thanks to the straightforward process of legalising a redevelopment, few documents are required for the procedure. The property owner must prepare:
- their own passport and identification number;
- a new technical passport;
- a document confirming ownership of the flat/house/land.
If the property has several co-owners, then each must provide documents to formalise the redevelopment.
Legalising redevelopment with the law firm Svarog
By choosing Svarog, you receive comprehensive support for property transactions and the opportunity to have all your questions answered. Furthermore, you can be confident of the following:
- the case will be handled by specialist lawyers;
- all necessary documents will be gathered before the application is submitted to the registrar;
- payment for the service will only be made once the work is completed.
If you are interested in property disputes or the intricacies of legalising a conversion, then book a consultation with our specialists.
Questions and Answers
How do I legalise a flat conversion?
To legalise a flat conversion, you must obtain a new technical passport and apply to the registrar. The registrar must then enter the new details regarding the flat into the register.
What documents are required to legalise a conversion?
You will need:
- to obtain a new technical passport;
- to provide a document of ownership for the flat/house;
- to provide a document of ownership for the land.
- have a passport and identification code.
Can an apartment with unauthorised alterations be sold?
There is no ban on selling an apartment or house with unauthorised alterations. However, this may carry certain risks due to a reduction in the number of people willing to buy the property.
What should I do if the alterations were carried out without permission?
If the alterations were carried out without affecting load-bearing structures, they can be legalised once the work is complete. To do this, you will need to order a new technical certificate.
How long does it take to legalise alterations?
The time taken to process property documents depends on the scope of the work carried out. It can take up to three months.
How much does legal support for a conversion cost?
Every case involving the processing of documents for the conversion of a house or flat may have its own specific features and nuances. That is why the cost of new documents and legal support will vary.