Additional Permissions
Declaration Prealable
A project that creates less than 20m² of new space or that modifies the exterior of a building/plot in any way does not usually require full planning permission but is covered by a Declaration Préalable.
This is often used for the conversion of a garage into a kitchen, a new set of window openings, or any modification of the exterior of a building (e.g. Velux windows).
When installing a swimming pool with a surface area of less than 100m², a Declaration Préalable will usually suffice.
The Declaration Préalable dossier is a slightly simplified version of the planning application process, but still requires a similar selection of plans and follows the same submission process.
PRICING
Fees are calculated on the volume of work to be undertaken.
Drainaige Applications (Assainissement)
Many rural properties are not covered by mains drains but have individual drainage systems (fosse septique) installed.
Purchasing a property with an out-of-date system will require an upgrade. The process of obtaining the correct permission can be daunting, but having discussed your requirements, we will contact the local authorities and arrange a property visit to enable them to asses an existing system or indicate the requirements for a new one.
A dossier and plans are then drawn up by us and submitted to the local authorities following their recommendations.
PRICING
Standard application for an individual system 275 euros + VAT
Onsite visits with authorities included – 355 euros plus VAT
Outline Planning Permission (Certificat d'Urbanisation)
A Certificat d’Urbanisme is usually the first step along the planning route when buying an old property (should you wish to renovate or extend) or a piece of land upon which to build.
Two different versions exist:
A standard CU (Certificat d’Information) will confirm whether or not a plot of land can be built on and what the local laws will allow.
A Certificat Operationnel is better used when the client already has a clear idea of what they would like to build. The CU Operationnel will confirm if the project is feasible and what the legal constraints may be.
Any potential land purchase should involve submission of a CU to ensure that the plot is viable for the desired construction.
PRICING
From 255 euros + VAT
