Regardless of the size of the construction work, the construction process involves the development of a permit concept or schedule for the real estate project. The larger the project, the more work it can take to prepare it properly, so it is worth going into the details of what is involved in obtaining a permit.
Land use permit for construction projects
Whether it’s a small construction project or a major investment, some use of public land is usually unavoidable. This is no coincidence, as demolition and construction work often require large containers and construction machinery. In certain situations, these can only be placed in public space. Fortunately, there are usually no obstacles to the use of the land, but it is important to know that a permit will be required in all cases – whether for a short period of temporary storage or for a longer period of construction.
Demolition and occupancy permit
For certain construction works, the removal of an existing building is essential. In the case of detached buildings that are not listed or heritage-listed, this does not require any major formalities, but in the case of cultural heritage buildings or buildings with a closed or twin structure, a demolition permit is required.
It is important to note that a permit is required not only for the preparation phase of a construction project but also for the completion phase. The handover of a completed building can only take place if the building has an occupancy permit. When issuing the permit, the local authority will check that the construction process has been carried out in accordance with the permits and preliminary plans, that the building complies with safety standards, and that it is fit for use.
Water and environmental permit
Environmental permits are a special category of permits, with water permits occupying an important place among them. If the project involves water work, a water permit must be obtained before the engineering design starts, a water establishment permit before the work starts, and a water management permit after the project is completed. A water rights permit may be required to keep a water installation constructed without a permit, while a water rights permit for its dismantling is required before the installation can be dismantled.
However, each installation can have a wide variety of impacts on its environment, so protection of water, soil, and air must be ensured. As large projects generate large amounts of waste, noise, and even vibration, a number of environmental permits are required before a project can start.
In addition to the above, large-scale real estate projects also need to obtain a number of other permits (such as utility permits), so it is important that you hire a professional team to handle the permitting process. Contact us now!