The truth behind the waiting time for a building permit
The process, the key factors, and our Group’s commitment to absolute legality and quality
Issuing a building permit is one of the most critical steps before the construction of any property begins. It is the foundation upon which every project is built both literally and figuratively. However, it is a process that requires time, precision, and the collaboration of multiple parties. At Kourtidis Group, we fully understand that waiting can create a sense of impatience, especially when it concerns your future home or an important investment.
A complex yet essential process
A building permit is not a simple approval. It requires the collection, review, and validation of numerous documents that ensure the project meets all legal and safety requirements. From urban planners and engineers to notaries, many professionals contribute to this process. Each approval is a necessary step to ensure that the permit is ultimately issued with full transparency.
The most common causes of delay:
- Changes in legislation
Urban planning and environmental regulations are frequently updated to ensure sustainable development and environmental protection. Such changes may require adjustments to studies or documentation, extending the approval time.
- Workload of public services
Urban planning departments and relevant authorities handle daily many applications. Although significant effort is made by public officials, the high volume of applications can lead to delays, particularly during periods of intense construction activity.
- Inspections and approvals
Before and during construction, various technical and legal checks are required. This ensures that each project is carried out according to specifications and legislation, offering additional security to property owners.
- Land Registry and digitalisation
The digital transformation of the Hellenic Cadastre has significantly improved procedures. However, in some cases, completing registrations or corrections still requires additional time, especially in areas undergoing updates or transitional phases.
Quality without compromise
While the above factors may affect the timeline, at Kourtidis Group we consider every stage an integral part of our commitment to quality and safety. The Group’s extensive experience and structured organization have substantially reduced overall duration; however, ideal conditions do not always exist, resulting in delays that are not related to our own activity. Nevertheless, we always prefer to invest the necessary time so that each project meets all technical and legal requirements, rather than accelerating procedures at the expense of reliability and the long-term value of the property.
Our team of engineers, legal experts, and consultants closely monitor every phase, ensuring thorough and proper preparation of the file so that approvals are granted smoothly and without complications.
At Kourtidis Group, we focused on the future. We continuously invest in technologies, processes, and tools that make each stage faster, clearer, and easier for the client, working toward an experience in which the required approvals are completed almost “at the touch of a button.” With consistency, expertise, and vision, we strive to ensure that every new project reaches its implementation phase in the most seamless, safe, and modern way possible, as the development we envision for the region, and its people deserves procedures that evolve.
