At Finques Jordi Tané, your real estate agency in Palafrugell with extensive experience in the Alt Empordà region, we know that acquiring developable land can be an excellent investment opportunity or the first step toward building the home of your dreams. However, it is essential to know the legal and urban planning keys before making the purchase.
What is considered developable land?
Developable land is land classified by municipal planning for future urban development. It can be sectorized (with an approved partial plan) or unsectored (pending detailed planning). This directly influences the possibility of building and the timeframes for doing so.
1. Check the urban planning classification
Before purchasing, it is essential to consult the municipality’s urban planning regulations. This document indicates whether the land is classified as:
- Consolidated urban land
- Sectored developable land
- Non-sectored developable land
- Rural or non-developable land
Each category implies different conditions for building, constructing, or investing.
2. Consult municipal regulations
Each municipality in the Alt Empordà region (Figueres, Castelló d’Empúries, L’Escala, etc.) has its own Municipal Urban Planning Plan (POUM). This document regulates maximum heights, permitted uses, building density, setbacks, and more. At Finques Jordi Tané, we can help you interpret these regulations to avoid future surprises.
3. Technical and legal feasibility study
Before formalizing the purchase, we recommend completing:
- An urban planning report from the City Council.
- A topographical study and analysis of access, infrastructure, and services.
- Verification of land registry charges and ownership.
4. Associated Expenses and Procedures
Buying land for development involves assuming:
- Property Transfer Tax (ITP)
- Notary and registry fees
- Possible mandatory development (if not developed)
Why work with Finques Jordi Tané?
At Finques Jordi Tané, as a benchmark in the real estate sector in Alt Empordà and a renowned real estate agency in Palafrugell, we offer comprehensive support in the purchase of land: from land selection to coordination with architects and technicians.
If you are thinking of building or investing in Alt Empordà, don’t take any false steps. Contact us today and find the perfect land with complete legal and urban planning security.
