The 10 most-asked problems in Spanish new build. Legal framework, deadlines and procedure for each.
Damp appears on walls, ceilings or floors in the first years from handover. Most are habitability defects (3-year LOE wa…
Read →The developer fails to deliver on time and months accumulate. When you can terminate, how to claim interest and damages,…
Read →Cracks affecting stability or mechanical resistance are decennial (10 years). How to start the procedure without losing …
Read →The signed spec document is binding. The developer cannot replace materials with 'similar' or 'equivalent' ones without …
Read →If the difference exceeds 10%, you're entitled to proportional price reduction or termination. How to measure and claim.…
Read →Bank guarantee or surety insurance respond for amounts paid on account. Decennial insurance for structural damage. How t…
Read →Disproportionate penalties, liability exclusions, costs that cannot be passed to the consumer. How to identify and void …
Read →Without LPO you cannot contract utilities (electricity, water, gas) and the bank cannot complete the mortgage. How to fo…
Read →The community of owners claims against the developer. Technical survey and procedure.…
Read →Tips and rights when contracts, plans and specifications are in Spanish only. Power of attorney and bilingual handling.…
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