How will the reconstruction of an apartment in Ukraine be legalized in 2022?

As you know, any action needs legalization. And apartment reconstruction is no exception.

Reconstruction is a change in the appearance of a real estate object. This includes the joining of two apartments, the completion of auxiliary premises, etc. And it is clear that as the appearance of the apartment changes, so do its technical characteristics.

The definition of what is subject to the concept of reconstruction is fixed in DBN A.2.2-3-2004.

Where to start with the renovation of an apartment or house?

First of all, it is necessary to decide on the type of work that will be carried out. You don't need to do it first, and then think about how to include it in the technical documentation.

Next, you need to contact the entities that develop technical documentation and order the production of the project. To do this, it is necessary to provide documents confirming the applicant's ownership of the housing, which is subject to reconstruction.

The next step will be obtaining permission to carry out works on the reconstruction of the apartment. Such a permit is issued by DIAM (State Inspection of Architecture and Urban Planning). The permit is issued on the basis of filling out a declaration with an attached work project. The completed declaration can be submitted through the DIAM portal, or through TsNAP.

After obtaining permission, you can carry out reconstruction of the apartment. According to the results of the performed work, they should be put into operation.

The commissioning process consists of contacting BTI and ordering the production of a technical passport for the reconstruction of the apartment. Then, on the basis of the prepared passport, the DIAM declaration is again submitted on the completion of the works and the commissioning of the apartment.

What to do if the reconstruction is carried out, but the permit is not obtained?

In practice, not everyone immediately receives a permit for reconstruction. Some citizens first do it, and then think about how to legalize it. Today, there is a construction amnesty for those buildings that were independently built before 2015. Whether your particular case falls under construction amnesty should be studied together with specialists. And to think of ways to implement such a reconstruction as possible.

Why legalize apartment reconstruction?

According to current legislation, no construction work can be carried out without a special permit. The owner may face administrative liability for illegal reconstruction.

It is also worth noting that despite the state of war, state institutions are working, DIAM considers the submitted declarations and issues a permit. And therefore refer to the fact that the war will not succeed and permission documents will still need to be obtained.

So, if you want to start renovating your apartment and don't know where to start, don't use advice from the Internet, but the advice of specialists. After all, lawyers in the field of real estate will tell you where to start the reconstruction of an apartment, and in case of unclear situations, they will help you get out of them.