REGULARIZATION OF HORIZONTAL PROPERTY
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❓ Identified Question
"Is it necessary to execute a horizontal property deed for the purchase of already existing semi-detached houses?"
🎯 Direct Answer
It depends on the regularization of the property and the existing documentation.
Legal Basis: Artigo 1414.º do Código Civil View on DRE
Official Documentation
📋 Context & Applicability
The necessity of a deed depends on the regularization of the property's situation and the available documentation.
Horizontal Property is regulated by the Civil Code, which requires formalization through a deed for the constitution of autonomous fractions.
- Verify the existing documentation (land registry certificate, certificate, plan)
- Consult a lawyer specialized in horizontal property
- Consider the possibility of regularizing the situation with the tax authorities
✅ Technical Checklist
- Confirm the existence of a horizontal property deed
- Verify if the land registry certificate is up to date
- Consult the applicable legislation
Applicability depends on verifying the regularization of the property.
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