2.1. The general scheme of the approval process- Site selection. Verification of his legal and factual status.
- Collecting preliminary information on zoning and restrictions.
- Preparation of an architectural project.
- Coordination with the relevant authorities.
- Obtaining a building permit.
- Completion of construction. Commissioning of the facility (acceptance certificate).
2.2. Step 1 — Site inspectionWhat needs to be clarified:● Who owns the plot.
● Its status is agricultural or non-agricultural.
● The zoning category according to the urban planning plan.
Tools:● Information about the rights to the land: see here
● Geographic information maps of Tbilisi: Watch it here
It is important to know:● There are agricultural and non-agricultural land plots in Georgia. In turn, agricultural lands are divided into the following categories: pasture lands, hay fields, arable land (including land occupied by perennial plantations) or household category. A private residential single-family house can be built on the land of the household category.
● Non-agricultural land is provided for the construction of commercial facilities, but on land with this status it is also possible to obtain a permit for the construction of a private residential building.
● Changing the status of a land plot from agricultural to non-agricultural requires permission and compliance with special rules and procedures.
2.3. Step 2 — Clarifying urban planning restrictionsWhat determines the feasibility of building:● The general plan of the city development.
● Decisions of the municipality.
● Protected status (for example, an object of cultural heritage).
If the site falls into an area with special conditions:● We will have to get additional approvals (with the mayor’s office, the cultural heritage agency, environmental services, etc.).
2.4. Step 3 — Preparation of the architectural projectThe project should include:● A Master Plan.
● Facade drawings, layouts, structural and engineering solutions.
● Calculation and graphic materials.
● An explanatory note.
The requirements are defined in:● Resolution No. 255 (on building permits).
● Technical Safety Regulations (Resolution No. 41).
2.5. Step 4 — Applying for a permitWhere to apply:Municipality (for example, Tbilisi City Hall).
Package of documents:● Application.
● Documents confirming ownership of the land.
● Project documentation.
● Coordination with other authorities (if required).
● Receipt of payment of the fee.
Legal basis:Government Decree No. 2552.6. Step 5 — Getting permissionThe review period is up to 20 working days if the project does not require additional approvals.
After approval, a building permit is issued indicating:
● The name of the facility.
● Building conditions.
● Responsible persons.
2.7. Step 6 — Construction and commissioningAfter the construction is completed:
● The customer submits an application for commissioning.
● An on-site inspection is underway.
● An act of compliance with the project is being drawn up.
If everything matches, the object is entered in the register and is considered completed.