HOW TO LEGALIZE THE ATTIC

The construction of an attic is the dream of many residents of their own houses or apartments, which are located on the first floors of apartment buildings. In addition to the functional purpose of expanding living space, attics have a number of other advantages. For example, they help to create additional coziness and a rest area. This is especially valuable for summer, late spring and early fall. However, the attic is not only advantages, but also certain difficulties in the context of legalization.

Many people associate such legalization with bureaucratic procedures. And this opinion is not devoid of rationality at all. However, understanding the legal mechanisms somewhat simplifies the situation and helps to overcome the state of confusion.

In which algorithm you need to act

First, special town planning conditions are obtained. There are certain defined requirements under which the redevelopment, construction, renovation or extension of buildings is carried out. If this is not followed, then legalization will be quite difficult. The only exception is when the attic is added to a private house, no more than 300 square meters in area.
In order to obtain the necessary permit documentation, it is necessary to apply to the relevant authorities in the field of urban planning and architecture. And only after that, projects are made - sketch and working.

Is it possible to start construction, and later to legalize it?

Sometimes people do not want to deal with the mentioned projects, but start to build an attic first, and then think about how to legalize it. But this is a difficult path and it is unlikely to be without problems. Only at the beginning it may seem that such a solution simplifies life and helps to start construction work as soon as possible. But ultimately it creates delayed problems. Therefore, it will be more rational to start by observing the norms of the current legislation.

Sketch and working projects

So, let's get back to the projects. The sketch project refers to the customer's idea, which he wants to see realized when the construction is completed. And although this project is not complicated, its very existence is the reason to obtain further documents necessary for the construction of the attic. Next, you need a working project, which is the most detailed plan. Only after approval of the working project can you start construction.

What other documents are required?

The authorized urban planning authorities inform about additional documents that must be collected before starting work. Including:

• documents from ZHEK bodies;
• a certificate from the sanitary station;
• certificate from fire safety authorities, etc.

When the certificates are received, construction begins. And upon completion, the building must be privatized.

Interaction with BTI is not always simple, so in many situations it is advisable to enlist the support of specialists. But at the same time, the complexity of legalizing the attic does not negate all the advantages that this structure provides. And it provides coziness and many additional functional advantages for the building. So plan your projects - and good luck!