Certificate of habitability in Orihuela
Do you need to get the Certificate of occupancy in Orihuela (Responsible Declaration of Second Occupancy) to sell a home, register utilities or renew the license?
Am chartered architectI carry out the inspection, I issue the Habitability Certificate and I'll help you with all the paperwork.
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- Certificate valid for the Orihuela City Council
- Fast delivery
What is the certificate of habitability?
The Certificate of occupancy This was the previous name for the current procedures: Responsible Declaration of 1st Occupation and Responsible Declaration of 2nd OccupationThese procedures aim to verify that the property meets the necessary conditions to be considered a dwelling in accordance with current regulations.
- Responsible Declaration of 1st OccupationThis applies to new construction projects and the completion of the legalization process for homes built without a permit. In this case, the budget is tailored to the requirements of the city council, and current legislation must be followed. For legalizations, a Certificate of Urban Planning Compatibility must first be requested from the City Council, confirming its authorization of the legalization.
- Responsible Declaration of 2nd Occupation: It is applied in homes that have already obtained the Certificate of occupancyIt is mandatory when selling a home or when contracting new water or electricity supplies.
Why do you need a Certificate of Habitability in Orihuela?
The Responsible Declaration of Second Occupation in Orihuela It functions as a renewal of the old Certificate of Occupancy. Its main objective is to facilitate periodic inspections by qualified technicians. This is done to ensure that the property maintains adequate living conditions. Furthermore, this document is usually required by water and electricity providers. Without it, substandard housing, such as homes with shared kitchens or bathrooms, would enter the real estate market.
What's the difference? between Certificate of Habitability and Certificate of Habitability?
The Habitability Certificate It is a technical document issued by a certified architect, certifying that a home complies with current regulations based on its year of construction. This certificate must include the home's plans.
To submit a Responsible Declaration of Second Occupancy, it is necessary to attach the corresponding Certificate of Habitability.
Responsible Declaration of 2nd Occupation in Orihuela
At the Orihuela Town Hall, The certificate of habitability in an existing home is presented through the following procedure::
Request Declaration Responsible for 2nd Occupation
The following documentation is required:
- Signed representation order authorizing me as your representative to manage the process. This document is accompanied by a photocopy of the DNI/NIE/CIF of the homeowner who signs the document.
- Photocopy of the representative's ID.
- Application according to the established model. downloadable here:
- Property deed, simple note or rental agreement for the home.
- Property tax receipt or document proving ownership of the cadastral reference.
- Copy of the receipt proving payment of the fee for issuing a second occupancy license in Orihuela.
- Physician Certificate (habitability certificate) competent certifying that the dwelling meets the conditions that led to the granting of the original occupancy certificate.
The request has a variable rate depending on the surface of the house. (It is not published on the City Council website so it can change)
Service in Orihuela and Orihuela Costa
Includes all areas:
- Orihuela city and outlying districts
- Flamenco Beach
- La Zenia
- Cape Roig
- Villamartín
- Punta Prima
How much will the Certificate of Habitability cost me in Orihuela?
The price for managing the Certificate of Habitability in Orihuela starts from €242, including inspection and certificate signed by a registered architect. Fees for the Responsible Declaration of Second Occupancy.
| Habitability Certificate Fees | 150€ |
| VAT fees Certificate of Habitability | 31,5€ |
| Filing and monitoring the procedure | 50€ |
| VAT filing and follow-up of the procedure | 10,5€ |
| TOTAL | 242€ |
Municipal taxes are paid separately. To do this, you will need to sign the authorization for me to carry out the procedure on your behalf. I will request the payment slip from the town hall. I will send it to you, and after you make the payment, you will need to send me the receipt to include in the application.
I accept bank transfer and bizum as payment methods.
What does a home require to obtain a certificate of occupancy in Orihuela?
In order to issue and sign the Habitability Certificate, an essential requirement to process the Responsible Declaration of Second Occupation in Orihuela, the home must meet the following criteria:
- Have a functional water heating system for the supply of domestic hot water.
- Have at least one bathroom equipped with a toilet, sink and a functioning shower.
- Have at least one bedroom that is completely separated from the rest of the home by partitions and a door.
- To comply with habitability standards, the main rooms of the dwelling must have natural ventilation and lighting. This will be achieved through windows or other openings in accordance with the dimensions required by the regulations.
- The kitchen must be fully equipped, including a refrigerator, sink, and cooking area. The cooking area must have a smoke extraction system, either through a hood or, failing that, located next to a window to ensure proper evacuation of fumes.
- There must be no holes or structural damage in floors, walls, or ceilings.
- Visible dampness accompanied by mold will not be accepted, due to the risk it poses to the health of the occupants.
- Windows must close properly and must not have broken glass or other damaged elements that compromise their functionality or safety.
Even if you want to renovate your home, you can't request a certificate of occupancy before the renovation to activate utilities if the home isn't habitable.
I CAN ALSO HELP YOU WITH THE ENERGY EFFICIENCY CERTIFICATE
FAQ Frequently asked questions about the Certificate of Habitability in Orihuela
This procedure, being a Declaration of Responsibility, takes effect instantly. Because, once registered in your name, the registration document itself will serve as the certificate of occupancy.
The terms "Cédula de Habitabilidad," "Déclaración Responsable de Segunda Ocupación," and "Cédula/Licencia de Segunda Ocupación" are often used interchangeably; all these terms are commonly used to refer to the same document.
The Certificate of Habitability expires after 10 years or if any of the following circumstances occur:
It is necessary to contract new basic services such as electricity, water or gas.
The house is sold.
In case of rental
In the Valencian Community, the rules governing habitability are as follows:
-Housing with licenses obtained after 2010: Design and quality standards DC09
-Housing with licenses obtained prior to 2010: HD91 standard
In that case, it will officially be treated as a building, not a dwelling. Furthermore, it cannot be appraised as a dwelling, and consequently, the buyer will have difficulty obtaining a mortgage. Likewise, it will not be possible to connect utilities until the occupancy permit is obtained. In short, it will be like selling a warehouse.
You must do it architect or registered technical architect, as indicated in the municipal documentation.
Contact me and I will take care of the Habitability Certificate for your home
1. SEND ME an email to the ATTACHED form.
Please email me the address of the property and its property registration number.
The cadastral reference is on the IBI receipt.
2. I will reply to you in less than 1 DAY
I will give you a quote and propose a day and time for the visit.
To prepare the Certificate of Habitability I will need:
- property deed
- Photocopy of ID holder
3. I WILL SCHEDULE A VISIT TO THE HOME TO MEASURE IT.
After the visit you will have to pay me the fee. I accept bank transfer, bizum and cash.
I will give you the invoice along with the documentation ready in a few days.
In conclusion, if you need your Certificate of Occupancy quickly and with all the necessary guarantees, I can help you. Just request information and we'll get started.
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