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Permit Processing

How long does it take to get a construction permit?

Deadlines depend on the building class. Class I needs no permit, while Class III-IV permits are issued in stages (GAP, architecture, permit), taking 2-6 months in total.

What is the "One-Stop-Shop" principle?

It means the applicant doesn't need to visit multiple agencies; the application is filed with one body, which handles coordination with other agencies itself.

Can I appeal a permit refusal?

Yes, a refusal is an administrative act that can be appealed to a higher administrative body or in court.

How much is the construction permit fee?

The fee depends on the square footage of the building area and the location of the object (e.g., by zones in Tbilisi).

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Unlike a license, which grants a person the right to carry out a certain type of activity indefinitely, a permit usually relates to a specific, one-time, or time-bound action. In Georgia, the permit system covers construction, environmental impact, cultural heritage, transit, and other areas. Obtaining a permit often requires preparing complex technical projects, public hearings, and coordination with multiple agencies. Mismanagement of the process can lead to construction suspension, heavy fines, or complete project failure. Our service ensures rapid and effective management of the permit acquisition process.

What does the Permit Processing service cover?

Specialists on Legal.ge help you overcome administrative barriers:

  • Preparation of Permit Package: Collection and legal review of all necessary documents, drawings, conclusions, and projects.
  • Construction Permits: Obtaining permits for Class I-IV buildings, approving Land Use Conditions (GAP), and agreeing on architectural projects.
  • Environmental Permits: Submitting Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) reports and obtaining environmental decisions.
  • Cultural Heritage: Permits for conducting works on cultural heritage monuments.
  • Other types of permits: Outdoor advertising placement, transit of special goods, product export/import.
  • Communication with City Hall and Ministries: Constant monitoring of application status and rapid response to deficiencies.

Common Problems and Solutions

During the permit process, common issues include:

  • Deficiency findings: The administrative body deeming documentation incomplete. The lawyer ensures correction within the legal timeframe.
  • Deadline violations: When the agency delays a response. We use rights granted by law ("silence gives consent" in certain cases) or accelerate the process via complaint.
  • Neighbor opposition: Managing claims from neighbors and providing legal justification during construction permitting.

Georgian Legislation and Regulations

Permit issuance is regulated by the Law of Georgia "On Licenses and Permits". For construction, the Code of Spatial Planning, Architecture and Construction Activities of Georgia applies. For environmental issues — the Environmental Assessment Code. Permit proceedings are public administrative proceedings, meaning they are subject to the General Administrative Code of Georgia. This Code protects applicant rights, including obliging the body to justify any refusal.

Service Delivery Process

  1. Site Study: Preliminary legal analysis of the land plot or activity.
  2. Strategy Planning: Determining which permits are needed and in what order (e.g., EIA first, then construction).
  3. Submission and Management: Uploading documents to electronic portals (e.g., tas.ge in Tbilisi).
  4. Result: Receiving the permit and subsequent consultation on compliance with permit conditions.

Why choose a specialist on Legal.ge?

Obtaining permits is often more complex than licenses as it relates to specific technical parameters. The Legal.ge database includes lawyers who work closely with architects, ecologists, and engineers, ensuring a comprehensive approach and increasing the likelihood of a positive outcome.

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