Renovating an apartment from the ground up – with or without a permit?
When we decide to build a house, we need a building permit. With a skilled interior designer, we plan all the little details, sketch out the perfect home, and work to obtain the necessary permit before starting work. However, the situation is not very different when we plan to renovate an apartment from the ground up. Whether you plan to upgrade your existing living experience or expand the existing space, it is worth getting to know the requirements in depth, preparing all the plans, and coming prepared for the bureaucratic process that awaits you. The good news is that you are not alone in this process, and with an experienced designer, you can do it more efficiently and correctly. This is a great way to make better use of your time and save yourself the mistakes that could cost you dearly along the way.
Are you renovating the facade as well?
The main issue that can affect the question of whether a building permit is required or not is the scope of the work. According to the law, this type of permit is required when a complete apartment renovation is being carried out that includes an addition to the building or when we plan to make a significant change to the appearance of the building. Similarly, a renovation that affects the area of the apartment or includes the addition of a storage room or a housing unit also requires obtaining a permit. Therefore, before you plan to bring a storage room into the yard, paint the exterior walls or add a luxurious sun terrace, it is recommended to seek the help of a professional who will examine the conditions of the area, the regulations and the necessary steps so that you can act according to the law – and avoid mistakes.
How do you obtain a permit for a complete apartment renovation?
As a first step, it is possible and even recommended to check what your building rights are and what you are allowed to do on the existing property. The ideal source for answering this question is the engineering department at the municipality or local authority. The designer who accompanies you through the process will be able to assist you at this stage, and depending on the answers you receive, you can dive in, start planning your next steps, and submit the necessary plans to obtain a permit before work begins. Lev Architecture will take care of all these details and everything necessary to streamline the process and obtain the necessary permits to advance the project and bring you closer to the apartment of your dreams.
Apartment renovation from the ground up – getting started
In general, you can submit the application for the permit yourself, but it is important to remember that quite a few documents and approvals must be attached to this application. In particular, you will need to present a detailed architectural plan, a topographic map, and approvals from all rights holders to the property. In some cases, there may even be a requirement to present approvals from various bodies, including the Israel Electric Company and even the Home Front Command. As mentioned, with professional guidance from the beginning of the journey, you will arrive at this stage prepared and ready, with construction plans and all the relevant approvals. This way you will save yourself valuable time and quite a few headaches, and leave the bureaucracy to the professionals.
Are you renovating the facade as well?
The main issue that can affect the question of whether a building permit is required or not is the scope of the work. According to the law, this type of permit is required when a complete apartment renovation is being carried out that includes an addition to the building or when we plan to make a significant change to the appearance of the building. Similarly, a renovation that affects the area of the apartment or includes the addition of a storage room or a housing unit also requires obtaining a permit. Therefore, before you plan to bring a storage room into the yard, paint the exterior walls or add a luxurious sun terrace, it is recommended to seek the help of a professional who will examine the conditions of the area, the regulations and the necessary steps so that you can act according to the law – and avoid mistakes.
How do you obtain a permit for a complete apartment renovation?
As a first step, it is possible and even recommended to check what your building rights are and what you are allowed to do on the existing property. The ideal source for answering this question is the engineering department at the municipality or local authority. The designer who accompanies you through the process will be able to assist you at this stage, and depending on the answers you receive, you can dive in, start planning your next steps, and submit the necessary plans to obtain a permit before work begins. Lev Architecture will take care of all these details and everything necessary to streamline the process and obtain the necessary permits to advance the project and bring you closer to the apartment of your dreams.
Apartment renovation from the ground up – getting started
In general, you can submit the application for the permit yourself, but it is important to remember that quite a few documents and approvals must be attached to this application. In particular, you will need to present a detailed architectural plan, a topographic map, and approvals from all rights holders to the property. In some cases, there may even be a requirement to present approvals from various bodies, including the Israel Electric Company and even the Home Front Command. As mentioned, with professional guidance from the beginning of the journey, you will arrive at this stage prepared and ready, with construction plans and all the relevant approvals. This way you will save yourself valuable time and quite a few headaches, and leave the bureaucracy to the professionals.
