CANARIAS.LEGAL

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Practice Area

Coastal Law & Permitting

Much of the Canary Islands' most attractive property lies near the sea, and therefore within the reach of Spanish Coastal Law (Ley 22/1988 de Costas, as amended in 2013). Coastal status can limit what may be built, renovated or even owned.

Zones to understand

  • Public maritime-terrestrial domain (dominio público marítimo-terrestre), which cannot be privately owned.
  • Protection easement zone (servidumbre de protección), generally 100 metres, or 20 metres in certain urban areas, with use restrictions.
  • Transit and access easements.
  • Influence zone affecting planning density.

Practical implications

Buildings within protection zones may be subject to restrictions on enlargement or change of use. Some pre-existing properties hold concessions rather than freehold title. Delimitation lines (deslindes) can be revised. Each case requires examination of the specific delimitation and planning documentation.

This is a planned practice area of CANARIAS.LEGAL. Representation will be available once admitted lawyers join the firm. This page is general information, not legal advice.

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