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Conversion of a garden house into a residential one
The transformation of a garden house into a residential one is an important step that requires a careful legal approach and professional support. Our law firm is ready to provide you with comprehensive support and advice at every stage of this process.
Reasons for converting a garden house into a residential one
The main reason for the transition from a garden house to a residential one is the impossibility of obtaining registration of a place of residence in a garden house. This applies to both adults and minors, as country houses are not intended for permanent residence. According to the definition given in DBN B.2.2-12:2019, a garden house is intended for summer (seasonal) use and does not meet the standards established for residential buildings in terms of built-up area, external structures and engineering equipment.
Compared to this, a residential building is a capital structure, built in accordance with the requirements of the law and other regulatory acts, and is intended for permanent residence. Such a house meets all the requirements for comfort, safety and infrastructure for comfortable living on a permanent basis.
What is needed to convert a garden house into a residential one?
To change the intended purpose of a garden house to a residential one, you must have a report on the technical inspection of the house, which confirms the building’s compliance with state building regulations. Such a report must be drawn up by an organization that includes specialists in various types of work related to the creation of architectural objects and who have passed professional certification.
The company “Prykhodko and Partners” has been operating in this field for many years. We provide services for conducting relevant technical reviews and drawing up reports on them. Our specialists have the necessary knowledge and experience to help you carry out this procedure easily and efficiently.
By contacting us, you will receive high-quality service, a professional approach and promptness in solving all issues related to the conversion of a garden house into a residential one. Our team is ready to provide you with comprehensive support and ensure the successful implementation of this project.
Ways of converting a garden house into a residential one
The process of converting a garden house into a residential one can be considered as a sequence of steps, which includes the following stages:
- The first step is to order a report on the technical inspection of the building, which includes a conclusion on the building’s compliance with state building regulations.
- If the real estate is owned by two or more people, it is necessary to obtain the consent of all co-owners to convert the house into a residential one.
- After receiving the report and the consent of the co-owners, an application of the prescribed format is submitted to the executive body through the Central Administrative Office or Diya.
- Attached to the application are copies of documents confirming ownership of the house, a technical inspection report and the consent of the co-owners.
- After submitting the application, the relevant local self-government body makes a decision to convert the house into a residential one. This process usually takes up to a month.
- After receiving the decision, you have the right to produce a BTI technical passport for a new residential building.
- The final stage is the registration of the conversion of the house into a residential one in the state property register.
The decision to convert the house into a residential format is the basis for using it as a place of residence and can be used to register the place of residence. Our company, with extensive experience in the field of legal services, is ready to help you in these steps, ensuring efficiency and quality in every stage of the process of converting a garden house into a residential one.
The most frequent reasons for refusal
Despite the fact that the process of converting a garden house into a residential one can be standard and quite simple in many cases, sometimes the owners can face rejection or difficulties. Here are some of the most common reasons for rejection:
- Non-compliance of the house with norms and requirements.
- Lack of consent of all co-owners.
- Violation of urban planning rules.
- Documentation mismatch.
- Disputes with ownership.
In each specific case, the reasons for refusal may be individual and will require careful analysis and diagnosis. To avoid such difficulties, it is recommended to seek professional legal help and advice.
Contact our company
Our team is ready to provide you with comprehensive support and advice on all issues related to the conversion of a garden house into a residential one. We guarantee an individual approach, quality and effectiveness in every case. Do not hesitate to contact us for professional assistance.
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In which regions of Ukraine do you work?
The department of real estate and land law, as a rule, works in Kyiv and the Kyiv region.
- We provide our services in all regions of the Kyiv region, for example:
- Bilotserkiv district (towns of Skvira, Tarasha, Bila Tserkva, Uzyn, Tetiiv).
- Boryspil district (the cities of Boryspil, Pereyaslav, Yagotyn).
- Brovary district (the cities of Brovary, Berezan).
- Buchansky district (towns of Bucha, Irpin, Vyshneve).
- Vyshhorod district (the cities of Vyshhorod, Slavutych).
- Obukhiv district (towns of Obukhiv, Boguslav,
- Vasylkiv, Kagarlyk, Myronivka, Rzhyshchiv, Ukrainka).
- Fastiv district (the cities of Fastiv, Boyarka).
It is worth noting that on some issues (services) we work throughout Ukraine, contact and clarify information by phone!
Do you provide consultations online or over the phone?
Yes! If you do not have the opportunity to come to the office in Kyiv, then you can pay and receive a consultation by phone or in one of the applications for conducting calls/conferences.
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