Process of Expropriation in Spain. Can your Spanish property be expropriated?. How?
Expropriation in Spain: Legal Framework, Process, Compensation, and Reversion Rights Expropriation is legally defined as the process by which a public authority acquires private property without the owner’s consent, provided that such acquisition is justified by the purpose of public utility or social interest and subject to fair compensation. In legal terms, few state […]
“Catastro Urbano” vs “Catastro Rustico”
“Catastro Urbano” vs “Catastro Rústico”: Understanding Property Classification in Spain When dealing with property in Spain, particularly in regions like Valencia, it’s crucial to understand the distinction between “Catastro Urbano”(Urban Cadastre) and “Catastro Rústico” (Rustic Cadastre). These terms refer to different types of land classifications that have significant implications for how your property is taxed, […]
Hidden defects on Spanish properties. Claim rights for buyers. Legal procedures
Legal Responsibilities for Property Defects in Spain: Your Rights as a Buyer One of the most common concerns during the purchase or sale of a property in Spain is the possibility of discovering construction defects after the transaction has been completed. Whether buying a new home or a resale property, buyers have legal rights, […]
Expropriation of properties in Spain-Land’s Grab
Expropiation in Spain – Spanish property expropriation An expropriation is defined as “to take land without consent of the owner …”. It is hard to imagine an exercise of governmental authority that can have a more direct impact on an owner’s property rights than the taking of an owner’s land without the owner’s consent. As […]
Ten Years Insurance on Spanish properties
(Seguro Decenal) When you buy off-plan from a builder or developer, or you, by yourself, build new property, the builder or developer, together with the architect, must guaranty you that the essential and most important parts of the construction will be secure at least for ten years, following the Spanish laws. In order to confirm this […]
Inspections on properties older than 50 years in Spain
Technical Inspections for Buildings Over 50 Years Old in Spain What foreign buyers and property owners must know to comply with Spanish law Why Building Maintenance Is a Legal Obligation in Spain All EU countries, including Spain, require property owners to maintain their buildings and plots in a safe, healthy, and structurally sound condition. […]
Buying in Cooperatives- Spain
What is a Cooperative-Community of owners for building? A housing cooperative is a group of individuals who have the intention to have a house. For this purpose, they group theirselves in a cooperative with the aim of: Controling the construction project Obtaining it at the lowest possible price Controlling the construction process and quality materials […]