Construction Permits & Development
A building permit in Romania is the end of a chain of approvals, and every link has to hold. We map the chain for the project, review the permits already issued and handle the procedures and disputes that follow.
Updated 28 October 2026 · General information, not legal advice
What the work covers
Permit mapping
Approvals listed in the urbanism certificate, environmental procedures and utility approvals.
Building permit
Application, conditions and validity of the permit under Law 50/1991.
Reception
Reception of works and registration of the building in the land book.
Permit diligence
Review of permits for buyers and lenders.
- Validity. Building permits have a validity period by which works must start. Delays can require an extension or a new permit.
- Deviations. Works that depart from the permit can lead to fines and demolition orders.
- Third-party challenges. Neighbors and NGOs can challenge permits in court.
- Permit map for the project
- Permit review for acquisitions or lending
- Responses to authority requests
How long is a Romanian building permit valid?
The permit states a period within which works must start, and an execution period. Both are set under Law 50/1991 and can be extended once on request before expiry.
Who issues building permits in Romania?
Usually the mayor of the locality where the site is, or the county council president for certain projects.
Tell us the decision you need to make
Describe the transaction or regulatory issue, the Romanian assets involved and your timetable.
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