Recording construction in a Brazilian property registry
We regularize a building, extension or demolition that exists on the property but is not yet shown in its registry record, coordinating the legal, municipal, tax and registry stages.
5,0 · 18 Google reviewsRecording construction makes the property registry reflect the building that actually exists on the land. The procedure commonly depends on municipal approval, technical documents and the construction’s Brazilian social-security tax status before filing with the Property Registry.
What construction recording may involve.
- Registry diagnosisWe confirm what is recorded, the land area and whether the building, extension or demolition is absent or outdated.
- Municipal statusWe review building permits, completion or occupancy certificates, municipal records and other documents applicable to the property and municipality.
- Technical documentsWe legally coordinate the use of plans, reports and professional certifications prepared by qualified technical professionals.
- Tax and social-security statusWe identify the documents or certificates applicable to the construction and issues requiring an accountant or other specialist.
- Property RegistryWe prepare the application, file the documents and address registry office requirements related to the recording.
- Extensions or demolitionWe also assess partial updates when the registry record states a built area different from the current one.
How it works.
- Registry and municipal reviewWe compare the property registry, municipal tax record and local documents to identify the building discrepancy.
- Outstanding-item mapWe separate municipal approval, technical, tax and registry requirements.
- Document coordination and filingWe coordinate documents with the professionals involved and submit the application to the Property Registry.
- Recording follow-throughWe respond to requirements and monitor the matter through the decision and updated registry record, if granted.
What helps the initial review.
- Current property registry record
- Municipal property tax and cadastral record
- Building permit and completion or occupancy certificate
- Applicable plans, reports and ART/RRT certificates
- Applicable tax or social-security certificates
What clients say on Google.
“From the very start I was looked after exceptionally. The team is attentive and explains every step.”
Amanda M. · Google“Excellent, highly qualified professionals. I highlight the professionalism, the service and the honesty.”
Rita G. · Google“Very polite, patient, always with precise, accurate answers. I recommend them with no reservations!”
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Who leads this area.
Partner in charge of real estate and probate matters (OAB/SP 428.777). Postgraduate in Real Estate Law (PUC/SP) and Succession Law (PUC-Campinas). Notário Luiz Gama Medal (Santo André City Council). Fluent in English.
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Common questions.
What does recording a construction mean in Brazil?
It means updating the property registry to state that a building, extension or demolition occurred. The registry then reflects the physical condition documented in the submitted records.
Can a property with unrecorded construction be sold?
The discrepancy may hinder the deed, financing, valuation and transaction security. The practical ability to sell depends on the documents and the review by the parties, bank, notary and Property Registry.
Is an occupancy certificate enough?
Not always. In addition to the municipal document, the registry may require an application, technical documents, updated municipal records and applicable construction tax or social-security evidence.
Does the lawyer regularize the building with the municipality?
Counsel handles legal strategy and legal acts. Plans, reports and technical responsibility are addressed through an engineer or architect; accounting and social-security matters may require an accountant. We coordinate the work.
Must an old construction also be recorded?
If the building exists but is absent from the registry record, an update may be needed even if it is old. Available documents and any limitation or exemption rules must be assessed individually.
How long does construction recording take?
Timing depends on whether the building is already compliant with municipal requirements and whether technical and tax documents are available. Issues preceding the registry filing usually determine the total time.
Is the construction missing from the registry record?
Send the registry record, municipal tax record and available municipal documents. We organize a diagnosis of outstanding items before filing.