{"id":9402,"date":"2025-09-15T16:33:47","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T16:33:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/th-a.com\/zeit\/"},"modified":"2025-10-16T19:11:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T19:11:52","slug":"zeit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/th-a.com\/en\/zeit\/","title":{"rendered":"ZEIT"},"content":{"rendered":"

Project Timeline \u2013 From Plot Purchase to Land Registry<\/strong><\/h1>\n

How Long Does It Really Take to Build a House in Mallorca?<\/h2>\n

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When building a house in Mallorca, it is essential to consider not only the available budget but also a realistic time schedule. Between acquiring the plot and registering the completed house in the Registro de la Propiedad (Land Registry)<\/strong>, several administrative and construction phases take place, with timeframes that may vary significantly depending on the municipality, the scope of the project, and the required informes sectoriales (sectoral reports)<\/em>.<\/p>\n

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  1. Preliminary Design, Basic Project and Urban Planning Licence Application \u2013 The Most Important Phase<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    In this first stage, the programme of requirements is defined, the potential of the plot is analysed, and the architectural concept is developed. This includes a 3D model of the project integrated into the topography, renderings, and of course floor plans, sections, and elevations.<\/p>\n

    On this basis, the Proyecto B\u00e1sico (Basic Project)<\/strong> is prepared and submitted to the town hall to obtain the Licencia Urban\u00edstica (Urban Planning Permit)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Approximate duration:<\/strong> 2 to 5 months, depending on project complexity.<\/p>\n

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    1. The Variable Factor: The Urban Planning Licence<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      The time between submission of the Basic Project and the granting of the Urban Planning Licence is the most unpredictable element of the schedule.<\/p>\n

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      • Theoretical legal timeframe (legal fiction):<\/strong> 3 months.<\/li>\n
      • Reality:<\/strong> in efficient municipalities, around 6 months; in others, up to 2 years.<\/li>\n
      • Delay factors:<\/strong> the need for informes sectoriales<\/em> from authorities such as Coastal Protection, Roads, or Water Resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        1. Deadlines for Starting and Completing Works<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Once the Urban Planning Licence is granted, the Execution Project must be submitted together with the designation of the building agents within a maximum of 6 months.<\/p>\n

          The period allowed for execution after the Urban Planning Licence is 24 or 36 months, depending on the municipality. In Calvi\u00e0<\/strong>, for example, 36 months are allowed due to summer noise restrictions.<\/p>\n

          If the deadline is exceeded, an extension may be requested, but the ICO tax (Impuesto de Construcciones, Instalaciones y Obras)<\/strong> must be paid again for any remaining works.<\/p>\n

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          1. Licencia de Obra \u2013 Faster, But Not Immediate<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Once the Urban Planning Licence has been obtained, the Licencia de Obra (Building Licence)<\/strong> may be requested:<\/p>\n

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            • Requires the Proyecto de Ejecuci\u00f3n (Execution Project)<\/strong> stamped by the COAIB \u2013 Colegio Oficial de Arquitectos de las Islas Baleares<\/strong>, with a timeframe of 1\u20132 weeks for stamping.<\/li>\n
            • If the documentation is complete, authorisation is usually quick; in some municipalities submission is sufficient, while others issue a formal resolution.<\/li>\n
            • As a general rule, works may begin approximately 4 weeks after submission, even through the legal fiction of silencio administrativo<\/em>, which applies after one month.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              1. Execution Project and Construction Phase<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Time waiting for the Urban Planning Licence can be used to prepare the Execution Project, especially structural calculations, so that this stage does not extend the overall schedule.<\/p>\n

                The duration of construction depends on the size and complexity of the project and on the conditions of the site:<\/p>\n

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                • In general, 18 months are calculated from start to the Certificado Final de Obra (Final Works Certificate)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                • Complex excavations, detailed construction features, or long delivery times for equipment may extend the duration.<\/li>\n
                • Seasonal restrictions:<\/strong>\n
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                  • In Calvi\u00e0<\/strong>, strict noise restrictions apply from May to October; hydraulic hammer excavations are not feasible in most areas, so almost all projects start in autumn.<\/li>\n
                  • In Andratx, Son Vida<\/strong>, and other municipalities, noise restrictions apply in July and August.<\/li>\n
                  • Traditionally, many construction companies close in August, although in recent years some have continued activity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                    1. Final Phase \u2013 First Occupancy Licence and Land Registry Entry<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      At the end of the works, the Licencia de Primera Ocupaci\u00f3n (First Occupancy Licence)<\/strong> must be applied for, which legally authorises the use of the dwelling.<\/p>\n

                      Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                      • Certificado Final de Obra (CFO).<\/li>\n
                      • Technical certificates for installations and energy performance.<\/li>\n
                      • As built<\/em> drawings.<\/li>\n
                      • Inspection and approval by the municipal architect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Duration:<\/strong> varies widely depending on the municipality, from a few weeks to several months.<\/p>\n

                        Only after this stage can the property be registered in the Registro de la Propiedad (Land Registry)<\/strong>, a step essential, for example, for a future sale. The registry entry adds several additional weeks to the schedule.<\/p>\n

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                        1. Moving In<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                          It is advisable to allow for a transition period between completion of the works and the actual move-in date, dedicated to finishing touches or possible adjustments. Even if these are not required, having this margin facilitates decoration, furnishing, and personalisation of the house without time pressure.<\/p>\n

                          Recommendation for Developers<\/strong><\/p>\n

                          Those who understand the different phases and their timeframes from the outset avoid frustration.<\/p>\n

                          An experienced architect will plan realistically, taking into account:<\/p>\n

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                          • The likely duration of each administrative phase.<\/li>\n
                          • Possible informes sectoriales (sectoral reports)<\/em>.<\/li>\n
                          • Local restrictions on construction schedules.<\/li>\n
                          • The coordination between design, administration, and contractor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

                            Between the purchase of the plot and the registration of the completed house in the Registro de la Propiedad (Land Registry)<\/strong>, the process in Mallorca takes a minimum of two years.<\/p>\n

                            With early planning, good coordination, and an experienced team, this timeframe can be optimised and managed with confidence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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