According to the legislation, redevelopment is allowed only after receiving the Permission of the Interdepartmental Commission and the Order of the Prefect (Head of Government) for redevelopment. These documents are the final documents when applying for a redevelopment permit. Without them, the work will be illegal..
In order to obtain such a Permit, it is necessary to first collect a huge package of documents: make a Technical Conclusion on the structures, develop a project and agree on it. In stages it looks like this:
The first stage is the development of project documentation:
The first thing you should know is that the design project and the redevelopment project are two completely different projects..
A design project is a project that is done so that you can understand how your apartment will look like. A designer makes such a project, he will offer interesting options and even “arrange” furniture on the project, but please note: a design project has no legal force, since the designers do not have a design license: in other words, this project is just for you, and you cannot agree on it.
Redevelopment project. For approvals, another project is being developed that has legal force – the “redevelopment project”. This project will contain the ideas of a design project, it is developed in a design organization that has a design license, and it is this project that is subsequently subject to approval. (but more on that below).
You should also know that often due to the designer’s ignorance of SNiP (building codes and rules), the ideas recorded in the design project may turn out to be illegal and subsequently it will be impossible to agree on them. Ideally, a professional designer is obliged to warn you about the existence of building codes and whether you violate them or not – but this is rare.
In the practice of our company, there are often cases when Customers come to us with ready-made design projects, for which they have already paid money to the designer (and even worse – ordered furniture), and then it turns out that the ideas proposed by the designer cannot be coordinated, and you either have to deviate from the project, or redo the project. Therefore, we advise all our customers to consult with our company in advance, at the initial stage of working with a designer, about the possibility of authorizing your ideas. By paying about 500 rubles for such a consultation, you will protect yourself from trouble and be sure that your ideas are legitimate and they can be agreed upon..
And now we will tell you what a “Redevelopment Project” is.
A redevelopment project is an official document that is developed by a design organization. You can order it yourself at the design institute. But, having made such an order yourself, you run the risk of overpaying (since you do not know the real prices for such services) and getting a low-quality project (since you are not a professional in this matter and cannot check the quality of the project).
The second option is to order a project from a firm dealing with redevelopment approval. As a rule, design organizations give substantial discounts to such firms with constant cooperation, and a project ordered through a firm will cost you less. The most positive moment of this choice – the company is responsible for the content of the project, and eliminates its shortcomings at its own expense in the process of approval.
If your apartment or office is located in a new building (standard series or monolithic), it is better to do the project with the organization – the author of the house (because by making the project not with the author, you are violating copyright, and the district architect has the right to demand approval of the project from the author). Not only do the authors of the houses agree on such projects on a paid basis, but they also, on legal grounds, may refuse to agree on it at all..
If the supporting structures are affected and the house is new, then the project must be done only by the author of the house, since only he has all the construction documentation for the house. The author keeps track of openings in his house, and is responsible for his calculations. And if cracks appear in the house, or a controversial situation arises, the author of the house, and not the owner of the apartment, will bear responsibility. (If the project was not created by the author of the house, and the above problems arose, then the burden of responsibility for them will fall on the shoulders of the owner, that is, on your shoulders)
Such an Author’s project may cost you more, but keep in mind that you receive not only security guarantees and a high-quality project, but also reduce your risks to a minimum. A qualified redevelopment approval firm that values its reputation and its customers, first of all, will help you order a project from the author at home.
Technical conclusion on the state of structures:
The project, which we talked about above, is being developed on the basis of the refueling complex – a Technical Conclusion on the state of the House structures The refueling complex is developed specifically for your apartment or office and contains information on engineering surveys of the supporting and enclosing structures of the house, as well as conclusions on the technical possibility of redeveloping the surveyed premises according developed project.
The second stage is the approval of the project in the authorities:
All projects by themselves do not have legal force, even if they are made by the design organization, they do not enter into legal force after the approval of the IAC.
The developed project must be coordinated with the authorities responsible for the safety and security of housing. These instances are:
– District Sanitary and Epidemiological Supervision Authority (SES);
– District Fire Supervision Authority (UGPS);
– Balance holder or owner of the house, (DEZ or HOA);
– Architectural planning department (district);
– Gas technical inspection (if there is gas in the house);
– Mosgosexpertiza (if supporting structures are affected);
– Mosgaz;
– Mosenergo, Energonadzor;
– Heating networks and Mosgorteplo (if batteries are transferred);
– County Housing Inspectorate.
The third stage is the collection of additional documents and their submission to the IAC:
In addition to approvals, you still need to collect a “modest” list of documents required for the MVK:
– Consent of all owners and registered persons with redevelopment (for an apartment);
– Floor plans and explications for your premises and adjacent premises;
– A copy of the technical passport for the house and a certificate of the condition of the building;
– Designer supervision agreement;
– Technical supervision agreement;
– Insurance contract;
– Garbage collection agreement;
– Copies of licenses of design and construction organizations;
– Extract from the house register (per square meter);
– Copy of financial and personal account (per sq.);
– Acts-agreements with neighbors;
– Certificate of verification of living conditions (per sq.).
Also, they may additionally require an Electrical Project, a Ventilation Project, a Power Increase Permit and other documents.
Please note that this list is not complete. If during the redevelopment the facade of the building is affected (glazing, the arrangement of winter gardens, the laying or cutting of windows, etc.), then in addition, a Permit for reconstruction work is also required – see below.
After collecting all these documents, the issue of agreeing on your redevelopment is considered by one or two commissions – the Interdepartmental Commission of the Administration and the Interdepartmental Commission of the Prefecture, and you receive the long-awaited Permission.
What is the required procedure for obtaining permission for redevelopment? Are there specific documents to be submitted? How long does the process usually take? Is there any criteria set by the authorities for granting permission? Is there a fee associated with the application? Any advice or tips for navigating through this process successfully?
The required procedure for obtaining permission for redevelopment typically involves submitting an application to the local planning or building department. Specific documents that are commonly required include architectural drawings, site plans, environmental impact studies, and financial feasibility reports. The process duration varies depending on the complexity of the project and local regulations, but it can take several months to a year to obtain approval.
Authorities usually have set criteria for granting permission, such as compliance with zoning regulations, building codes, and environmental standards. There is usually a fee associated with the application, which also depends on the size and scope of the project.
To navigate successfully through this process, it is advised to engage with a professional architect or consultant familiar with local regulations, communicate effectively with the authorities, and be prepared to address any feedback or concerns raised during the review process. Being proactive, organized, and patient will also help in expediting the approval process.
What is the process and requirements for obtaining permission for redevelopment? Are there specific guidelines, permits, or licenses that need to be obtained? How long does the approval process typically take and are there any factors that may affect the timeline? Are there any potential restrictions or limitations on the type of redevelopment that can be done? Is there a specific authority or department responsible for granting permissions?