Legalization of Unregistered Buildings in Slovenia: Step-by-Step Guide
Legalization of Unregistered Buildings in Slovenia: Step-by-Step Guide
In Slovenia, the problem of “black construction” – unauthorized buildings or extensions built without the necessary permits – is quite relevant. The legalization of such buildings is regulated by the Construction Act (Gradbeni zakon).
To legalize a building, several steps must be taken, and the necessary documentation must be prepared. Below is a detailed action plan.
1. Verification of Land Compliance with Urban Planning Regulations
Before starting the legalization process, it is essential to ensure that the plot on which the building is located allows construction according to the urban planning plan. The necessary information can be obtained from the Administrative Unit (Upravna enota) at the location of the property.
2. Preparation of Technical Documentation
To submit an application for legalization, the following documents must be collected:
- Application for a building permit (Vloga za gradbeno dovoljenje). A completed application form available at the local administrative office or on its official website.
- Project of executed works (PID – Projekt izvedenih del). If significant deviations from the original project were made during construction, the designer must prepare a PID, which will be included in the documentation package for obtaining an occupancy permit.
- Project documentation (Projektna dokumentacija). Includes architectural plans, structural calculations, engineering system diagrams, and other necessary drawings and building descriptions.
- Documents proving the reliability of the object (DZO – Dokazilo o zanesljivosti objekta). These documents confirm that the object complies with construction standards and was built following safety requirements. DZO is provided by the builder with the supervisor’s signature.
- Proof of land ownership or right to build (Dokazilo o pravici graditi). Documents confirming ownership or other legal grounds for using the land.
- Approvals and permits. Obtained from relevant authorities and organizations, such as utility services, fire inspection, sanitary and epidemiological services, and others, depending on the specifics of the building.
- Environmental impact report (Poročilo o vplivih na okolje). If required for a specific type of construction.
- Proof of payment of administrative fee (Potrdilo o plačilu upravne takse). A receipt confirming payment of the legally established fee for application processing.
3. Submission of an Application for an Occupancy Permit (Uporabno dovoljenje)
After preparing all the necessary documentation, an application for an occupancy permit is submitted. This document officially confirms the possibility of using the building for its intended purpose and assigns it a postal address. The application should be submitted to the Administrative Unit at the property’s location.
4. Verification and Review of Documents
After submission, the application undergoes a review process. A specialist from the Administrative Unit analyzes the provided documentation and inspects the object for compliance with construction standards. If discrepancies are found, additional corrections or project modifications may be required. The Administrative Unit may delegate the inspection function to a competent person.
5. Obtaining an Occupancy Permit
If the verification is successful, an occupancy permit is issued. This document allows the official use of the building and its connection to essential engineering networks.
6. Official Registration in the Land Register and Real Estate Registers
The final step is to enter information about the building into the Land Register and other real estate registers. Without this step, the building will not be recognized as legal, and ownership rights cannot be officially registered.
The process of legalizing unregistered buildings requires the thorough collection of a complete documentation package. To avoid possible difficulties and speed up the process, it is recommended to consult an experienced architect or engineer familiar with local legislation and procedures. Their professional assistance will help minimize the risk of refusal and successfully legalize the property within the framework of current legislation.
Source: https://www.uradni-list.si/glasilo-uradni-list-rs/vsebina/2017-01-2914
