{"id":10639,"date":"2023-04-13T15:30:31","date_gmt":"2023-04-13T13:30:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/staminawebs.com\/wordpress\/what-is-it-and-how-to-process-it-how-can-i-find-out-if-my-property-has-a-certificate-of-occupancy\/"},"modified":"2024-07-03T16:22:01","modified_gmt":"2024-07-03T14:22:01","slug":"what-is-it-and-how-to-process-it-how-can-i-find-out-if-my-property-has-a-certificate-of-occupancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/porcel.legal\/en\/blog\/what-is-it-and-how-to-process-it-how-can-i-find-out-if-my-property-has-a-certificate-of-occupancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Certificate of Occupancy: What is it and how to process it? How can i find out if my property has a certificate of occupancy?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a Certificate of Occupancy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Certificate of Occupancy is an administrative document which certifies that a property complies with the basic conditions of occupancy foreseen by the current legislation and is apt to be used as a residence. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2gdBBb8NSpk?si=MK4qRaHb9vy1pyqJ\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the format like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Certificate of Occupancy does not state the name of the owner, as its function is to certify the objective occupancy conditions of a property, regardless of its owners or occupants. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/porcel.legal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cedula.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/porcel.legal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cedula.png 700w, https:\/\/porcel.legal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/cedula-300x171.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When do I need a Certificate of Occupancy? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Certificate of Occupancy is necessary in order to sell, rent or grant use of a property, whether it is a first conveyance or not (except in cases of exoneration foreseen by the current legislation). It is also required to hire electricity, water or gas supplies, telecommunications and other services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, garages, for instance, do not require a Certificate of Occupancy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I find out if my property has a Certificate of Occupancy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For properties located in Catalonia, you can visit: <a href=\"http:\/\/agenciahabitatge.gencat.cat\/wps\/portal\/serveis\/cercadorcedules\/cercador-cedules\/!ut\/p\/z1\/nZJRT8IwEMc_zR5Ly9qN6tsiBiGgRAxsfSFd1201rBtdAfXTW5UoISLBvvV_d7_7X6-QwRgyzbeq4FbVmq_cPWHhkk6vBneU-GP0OCIoCob9wZASjBCBc8ggE9o2toQJL4XgHtrJ1EOtNFupWg8JaQTPaiNktlnJAwHslQ9CI1QGE9HDmPqyB6iQXUAC0gWcyxAQHoRBkIVZnvtwcc4Sc2F04kTI1bNzKYlr0TvZYtCFsws9HwHpvO-AY4pnt_cIowdyMXD0OcIfj-AWp57Xaxa57dTayhcL43-ux6F8M7mZFM4htyVQOq9hvAfA-AjwI3wDnNliVadf3ynSKaYOZWQujTSdjXFyaW3TXnvImdvtOqnSRUfUlYd-Kyjr1s1ymAebqqL4Fei3p7yqlhMbJNNqQdvoHVUZ5PM!\/dz\/d5\/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/agenciahabitatge.gencat.cat\/wps\/portal\/serveis\/cercadorcedules\/cercador-cedules\/!ut\/p\/z1\/nZJRT8IwEMc_zR5Ly9qN6tsiBiGgRAxsfSFd1201rBtdAfXTW5UoISLBvvV_d7_7X6-QwRgyzbeq4FbVmq_cPWHhkk6vBneU-GP0OCIoCob9wZASjBCBc8ggE9o2toQJL4XgHtrJ1EOtNFupWg8JaQTPaiNktlnJAwHslQ9CI1QGE9HDmPqyB6iQXUAC0gWcyxAQHoRBkIVZnvtwcc4Sc2F04kTI1bNzKYlr0TvZYtCFsws9HwHpvO-AY4pnt_cIowdyMXD0OcIfj-AWp57Xaxa57dTayhcL43-ux6F8M7mZFM4htyVQOq9hvAfA-AjwI3wDnNliVadf3ynSKaYOZWQujTSdjXFyaW3TXnvImdvtOqnSRUfUlYd-Kyjr1s1ymAebqqL4Fei3p7yqlhMbJNNqQdvoHVUZ5PM!\/dz\/d5\/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh\/\" data-mce- rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">BUSCADOR DE C\u00c9DULAS<\/a>.<\/span><\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If my property does not have a Certificate of Occupancy, must I obtain it?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wish to convey, sell, rent or grant use of your property you must obtain the certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where and how can I request it? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can process it here: <\/span><a data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/web.gencat.cat\/ca\/tramits\/tramits-temes\/Cedula-dhabitabilitat-de-primera-ocupacio?category=74857eac-a82c-11e3-a972-000c29052e2c&amp;moda=1\" href=\"https:\/\/web.gencat.cat\/ca\/tramits\/tramits-temes\/Cedula-dhabitabilitat-de-primera-ocupacio?category=74857eac-a82c-11e3-a972-000c29052e2c&amp;moda=1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><em><b>C\u00e8dula d&#8217;habitabilitat de primera ocupaci\u00f3<\/b><\/em><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\">but because of its special characteristics, we recommend that you contact a professional (architect or surveyor) who can help you or handle the process for you. The procedure is not free of charge, so a fee must be paid.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the certificate expire?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, the certificate is valid for 15 years. But in the case of new properties, it can be valid for 25 years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that, should you need legal assistance or help with transactions related to your property, our firm specialises in conveyancing. You may request an appointment with us <a data-mce-href=\"\/?page_id=2647\" href=\"https:\/\/porcel.legal\/en\/e-porcel\/\"><em><strong>here<\/strong><\/em><\/a>.<\/span><\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is a Certificate of Occupancy? A Certificate of Occupancy is an administrative document which certifies that a property complies with the basic conditions of occupancy foreseen by the current legislation and is apt to be used as a residence. 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