Why do I need the Habitability Certificate?

Formerly known as Certificate of occupancyThis procedure has been replaced by the Responsible Declarations of First and Second Occupation. The Responsible Declaration of Second Occupation It is essential to activate water and electricity services or to proceed with the sale of a home. Essentially, this procedure updates the old Certificate of Habitability and seeks to have a technician carry out periodic inspections to ensure that homes meet adequate standards, avoiding cases of substandard housing.

How much does a certificate of habitability cost in Almoradí?

• The The cost of the certificate of habitability is 150 euros. up to 150 m² of constructed area. The area indicated in the land registry will be taken into account.
• The Submission of the file to the City Hall from San Pedro del Pinatar and monitoring of the process acting as your representative has an extra cost of 50 euros + VAT. For this I will need a signed authorization.
• 5% discount if you contract Habitability Certificate + Energy Certificate

What is the difference between Certificate of Habitability and Certificate of Habitability?

The Habitability Certificate, signed by a registered architect, is a technical document that guarantees compliance with the current building regulations according to the age of the property. This certificate also includes the plans of the property.

In Almoradí, the Responsible Declaration of Second Occupation is commonly known as Certificate of occupancy, because it is the evolution of the original procedure that existed previously.

When does the Certificate of Habitability expire?

With a validity of 10 years, the Certificate of occupancy It also loses validity if a new contract is required for essential services such as water, gas or electricity, or if the property is sold or transferred.

After its expiration, the procedure must be renewed by submitting a Responsible Declaration of Second Occupation to the Almoradí City Council.

Almoradí Habitability Certificate Form

In the Almoradí City Council, the certificate of habitability corresponds to the following procedure:

Responsible Declaration for the Second or Subsequent Occupation of Buildings and Facilities

To get the Second occupancy certificate from the Almoradí Town Hall ask for the following documentation:

• APPLICATION for Responsible Declaration of Second or Subsequent Occupation. downloadable here:
• Proof of the applicant's identity (DNI, or deed and CIF in the case of a legal entity), or of the representation held by the applicant
• Certificate issued by a competent technician certifying that the dwelling complies with the conditions that led to the granting of the first or previous occupancy license.
• Photocopy of the documentation proving ownership or occupation of the property, which will be the title deed or the corresponding sales contract, which grants possession of the property, or the lease.
• Photocopy of the receipt for the Real Estate Tax (IBI) for the tax period immediately preceding the date of application for the occupancy license.
• Copy of water and electricity bill from the previous period or, failing that, certification from the Companies and entities
• Title that proves the occupation of the home by the applicant: you may provide a photocopy of the title, either the property deed or the purchase, sale, or lease agreement of the home.

The application has a fee of 50 euros per home.

I accept bank transfer and bizum as payment methods.

What is the difference between the Certificate of Habitability and the Responsible Declaration of First or Second Occupation?

Terms like Habitability Certificate, Responsible Declaration of Second Occupation and Second Occupation Certificate or License They are commonly used as equivalents to describe the same procedure. To carry out this Responsible Declaration, the home must have been legally built and have had the First Certificate of Habitability.

Instead, the Responsible Declaration of First Occupation This is applicable at the end of the construction of a new building or when legalizing an irregular building, converting it into a dwelling. This procedure requires the presentation of an architectural project.

What does the property require to obtain a certificate of habitability in Almoradí?

To sign the certificate of habitability, essential to present the Responsible Declaration of Second Occupation in Beniel, the home must meet the following requirements:

1. Have a working water heater for domestic hot water.
2. At least one toilet must be equipped with a toilet, washbasin and shower.
3. One of the bedrooms must be separated from the rest of the house by partitions and a door.
4. Bedrooms and living rooms must have windows that allow natural ventilation and lighting in accordance with regulatory requirements.
5. The kitchen must be equipped with a refrigerator, sink and a cooking area, with a smoke extractor or a nearby window to ensure proper extraction.
6. The dwelling must not have holes in the floors, ceilings or walls.
7. It must be free of moldy moisture that poses a health risk.
8. Windows must close properly and have no broken glass.

This aspect is key, since, even if you intend to renovate the home, you will not be able to obtain the certificate of habitability or activate the basic supplies if the house is not considered habitable.

How much will I pay in total for the second occupancy certificate in Almoradí?

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€

Keep in mind that Municipal taxes are a separate procedure. Once you have given me permission to submit the application on your behalf, I will ask the town hall for a letter of payment for the fee and send it to you. You must pay it and send me proof of payment so that I can include it when processing the application.

IF YOU ORDER THE PACK ENERGY CERTIFICATE + CERTIFICATE OF HABITABILITY YOU WILL HAVE A 5% DISCOUNT ON THE FEES TOTALS

Contact me and I will take care of the Habitability Certificate for your home