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Greece: Renovation permit requirements and regulations
Property owners in Greece are increasingly undertaking home renovations to utilize various state-subsidized programs. To avoid fines and work stoppages, it is essential to distinguish between different types of construction permits.
Small-scale construction approval (EEDMK), governed by article 29 of Law 4495/2017, is intended for low-risk interventions. This includes internal reconfigurations like removing walls, changing the position of electromechanical or plumbing installations, and modifying external window frames. These permits are applicable only if the work does not affect the building's structural integrity, increase its volume, or change its intended use.
In contrast, a standard building permit is required for more significant projects, such as new constructions, structural additions, major structural reinforcements, or changes in property usage. Incorrectly categorizing renovation work can lead to immediate legal consequences and penalties for unauthorized construction.
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Using the incorrect permit type can result in immediate work stoppage and fines for unauthorized construction. www.thenewspaper.gr · www.zarpanews.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Small-scale construction approval (EEDMK) is governed by article 29 of Law 4495/2017. www.thenewspaper.gr · www.zarpanews.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Small-scale permits cover changing the position of electromechanical installations, such as plumbing. www.thenewspaper.gr · www.zarpanews.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Small-scale permits apply to interventions that do not affect the structural integrity of a building. www.thenewspaper.gr · www.zarpanews.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Small-scale permits are not required for works that increase building volume or change property use. www.thenewspaper.gr · www.zarpanews.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] A standard building permit is mandatory for new constructions, additions, or major structural interventions. www.thenewspaper.gr · www.zarpanews.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr
- [● 3 SOURCES] Small-scale permits cover internal reconfigurations, such as removing walls. www.thenewspaper.gr · www.zarpanews.gr · www.ieidiseis.gr