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Home<\/a> \u203a Guide<\/a> \u203a Licensing and Procedures<\/p>\n

Licensing and Regulations<\/p>\n

Permit for a Prefabricated House: Procedures, Regulations, and Cost<\/em><\/h1>\n

A prefabricated or industrialized home requires the same permits as a conventionally built home: a technical plan, a major construction permit, and, upon completion, a certificate of occupancy or a first-occupancy permit. We\u2019ll walk you through the steps, the required documents, and the costs involved. <\/p>\n

Check My Case<\/a>View the steps<\/a><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n
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First of all<\/p>\n

Does a prefabricated house<\/em> require a permit?<\/h2>\n

Yes.<\/b> A prefabricated house anchored to the ground is considered real property, and the law does not distinguish between different construction methods: it regulates land use and land classification. That is why you need a building plan, a major construction permit, and the final certificate that allows you to live in the house and connect to utilities. <\/p>\n

Building or constructing a house without a permit can result in the work being halted, fines, and even a demolition order, and without a certificate of occupancy, you won't be able to set up electricity or water service.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

For informational purposes only.<\/b> Each autonomous community and each municipality has its own regulations, deadlines, and fees. Always check with your municipality\u2019s urban planning department and the professional drafting the project. <\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Before buying the land<\/p>

What Requirements Must Your Lot<\/em> Meet?<\/h2>

The feasibility of the house depends on the soil. Check these points before buying or commissioning the project. <\/p><\/div>\n

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<\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span>Soil Classification<\/h3>

You can build on urban land as long as you comply with the ordinance. Land designated for development requires infrastructure work to be completed first. On rural land, the restrictions are very strict: see \u201cHomes on Rural Land<\/a>.\u201d <\/p><\/div>\n

<\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span>Zoning Certificate<\/h3>

You request it from city hall. It specifies the buildable area, the maximum height, the floor area ratio, and the setbacks from property lines and the street\u2014in other words, what size house can be built. <\/p><\/div>\n

<\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span>Geotechnical Study<\/h3>

Analyze the site to determine the foundation requirements. With a steel structure, which is lightweight, the foundation is usually light as well. <\/p><\/div>\n

<\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span>Surveying<\/h3>

Measure the slopes and elevations of the lot to determine the best location for the house and design the footings.<\/p><\/div>\n

<\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span>Services<\/h3>

Check whether the lot has access to water, electricity, and sewer services, or if you will need to provide your own solutions.<\/p><\/div>\n

<\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span>Access Points<\/h3>

StarModul components are delivered in standard trucks and assembled without the need for large cranes, so standard access to the lot is sufficient.<\/p><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Documentation<\/p>\n

Documents Required to Apply for a Building Permit<\/em><\/h2>\n

The project is drafted and signed by a licensed architect and submitted to city hall:<\/p>\n