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Legalization of Unauthorized Construction in Ukraine

The legalization of unauthorized construction is a legal process that allows for the official registration of property rights for buildings erected without proper permits. This service is relevant for owners of residential houses, cottages, garages, or other structures who aim to avoid fines, demolition, or issues with selling or bequeathing their property. The Consultant legal marketplace offers comprehensive support at all stages of legalization, ensuring a swift and lawful resolution of your case.

How to Legalize Unauthorized Construction in Ukraine in 2025

In 2025, the legalization of unauthorized construction in Ukraine is governed by several regulations, including the Civil Code of Ukraine, orders of the Ministry of Regional Development, and State Building Codes (DBN). To successfully legalize a structure, one must consider the type of property (residential house, outbuilding, extension), the year of construction, and compliance with building standards. The main steps include:

1. Document Collection: Proof of land ownership, technical passport, and construction project (if available).
2. Technical Inspection: Assessment of the structure’s condition by a certified engineer.
3. Registration with DABI/DIAM: Submission of a notification of construction commencement or a declaration of the structure’s readiness for operation.
4. Property Rights Registration: Finalization in the State Register of Property Rights to Real Estate.

Our lawyers provide full support, including document preparation and interaction with state authorities, to help you legalize your construction efficiently and cost-effectively.

Formalizing Unauthorized Buildings: Key Considerations

Unauthorized buildings are structures built without permits from local authorities or on land with an incompatible designated purpose. Without legalization, such properties cannot be sold, gifted, inherited, or connected to utilities (electricity, gas, water). Key challenges in formalizing unauthorized buildings include:

• Compliance with building codes (DBN).
• Availability of land ownership documents.
• Conducting a technical inspection to confirm the safety of the structure.

The Consultant legal marketplace offers a tailored approach, analyzing your situation and developing an optimal action plan that accounts for all legal nuances.

Legalizing Unauthorized Construction Through a Simplified Procedure

For certain properties, such as residential, cottage, or garden houses up to 300 m² built between 1992 and 2015, a simplified procedure known as the “construction amnesty” applies. This allows legalization without the need for a construction permit. Key requirements include:

• Compliance with sanitary, fire, and environmental regulations.
• Availability of land ownership documents.
• Conducting a technical inspection and obtaining a technical passport.

Our specialists will assist in gathering the necessary documents, conducting inspections, and registering property rights in the shortest possible time.

Important! Please note: failure to legalize unauthorized construction may result in fines of up to 100,000 UAH or forced demolition of the structure. To avoid these risks, seek professional assistance as early as possible.