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Através de posts baseados em experiência prática e fontes credíveis, queremos promover o conhecimento sobre legislação, arquitetura e urbanismo de forma clara e informativa.
Amendment of the Horizontal Property after its constitution: When it is possible and how to proceed
Altering the horizontal property is possible, provided that the works and uses comply with urban planning rules, technical suitability, and legality.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 21, 20256 min read
Urban Infrastructure: The decisive factor in the Viability of Real Estate Projects
Costs and viability of connection to existing infrastructure vary according to distance, capacity, and local needs. Planning is key.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 21, 20253 min read
Building Autonomously: Works Exempt from Prior Control and the Responsibility of Owners
Works exempt from prior control allow autonomy but require strict compliance with applicable legal and technical standards.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 20, 20253 min read
Preliminary Information and Urban Planning Certificate: Two instruments for the success of your project
Preliminary information assesses future feasibility; the urban planning certificate certifies the legal status of the property.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 20, 20255 min read
Renovation of prior information: When regulatory changes require updates
Prior information requires updating whenever there are regulatory changes that affect the licensed project.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 20, 20253 min read
Geotechnical Analysis in Construction: The Foundation of Structural Safety
The geotechnical study is essential to ensure safe foundations and to design solutions suited to the soil.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 20, 20253 min read
Limit of 27 guests: The legal boundary between Local Accommodation and Agrotourism
Alojamento local está limitado a 27 hóspedes. Agroturismo segue regras próprias, focando 10 quartos e ambiente rural.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 20, 20253 min read
Suspension of Works: Preventive Strategies and Solutions to Resolve Urban Planning Irregularities
Construction Embargo: How to Avoid, Act, and Regularize. Prevention and Effective Response Ensure Protection of Your Investment.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 19, 20254 min read
Investment in legalisation versus property value: detailed economic analysis of the process
Legalising properties is a strategic investment: costs are converted into an immediate and secure increase in value.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 19, 20254 min read
Residential swimming pools: Simplified procedure through Prior Communication
Residential swimming pools can be constructed with prior communication, streamlining and simplifying the legal process.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 19, 20253 min read
Detailed Plan vs. Prior Communication: How detailed planning simplifies Urban Processes
A Detailed Plan can dispense with licensing, streamlining urban processes in designated areas.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 19, 20253 min read
Rural Constructions: Challenges and Opportunities in the Application of Legalisation Regulations
Portaria 243/84 adapts technical criteria to legalise rural constructions in accordance with local realities.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 19, 20253 min read
The Architect’s Technical Supervision in Prior Communication: Ensuring Excellence in the Urban Planning Process
The architect’s technical supervision is essential to ensure legality, quality, and safety in prior communication.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 18, 20254 min read
Principle of Proportionality in Construction Works: Balancing Legality and Reason
The principle of proportionality ensures that urban planning measures are fair, balanced, and well‑considered.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 17, 20254 min read
Prior Communication: Simplifying and streamlining the execution of construction works
Prior Communication simplifies the construction process, speeding up works and reducing bureaucracy without compromising the law.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 17, 20255 min read
Deadlines in Construction Inspection: What You Need to Know
Deadlines in construction inspection structure the legality, safety, and quality of the urban environment.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 17, 20254 min read
Change of Use without Works: Simplified Prior Communication with Deadline
A change of use without works requires prior communication, a statement of responsibility, and compliance with legal deadlines.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 17, 20254 min read
Reduced Ceiling Height: Legal flexibilities in regularisation processes
The law allows flexibility in the legalisation of buildings with reduced ceiling height, subject to strict technical criteria.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 17, 20253 min read
Change of Use: From Residential to Commercial – Procedures and Legal Requirements
Changing a residential property to commercial use requires licensing, legal compliance, and appropriate technical solutions.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 17, 20254 min read
Licensing Projects: What is Most Valued by the Real Estate Market
Licensed projects focused on location, efficiency, and flexibility are highly valued in the Portuguese real estate market.
Ana Carolina Santos
Nov 16, 20254 min read
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