Technical & Due Diligence

Ayuntamiento de Las Terrenas

Municipal permit authorityPermiso de AyuntamientoUse-of-land letter (Uso de Suelo)Government reference

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Why You Need a Technical & Due Diligence Professional

Tropical construction has unique challenges — humidity, hurricanes, termites, and soil conditions that differ from what you're used to. A qualified architect or engineer ensures your build meets Dominican code and withstands the climate. For existing properties, a surveyor confirms the land matches the title.

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About

Municipal authority that issues the Permiso de Ayuntamiento — the first required permit before any construction. Also issues the Carta de No Objeción de Uso de Suelo, IPI clearance, and zoning verifications. Uses a stipulated construction cost of US$500–650/m² when calculating permit fees.

Service AreasLas Terrenas

Languages

Spanish

Questions to Ask

Before engaging a technical & due diligence professional, consider asking:

Are you registered with CODIA (Colegio Dominicano de Ingenieros, Arquitectos y Agrimensores)?
What experience do you have with tropical/coastal construction in the Samaná region?
Can you provide a detailed cost estimate and timeline before starting work?
How do you handle permitting with the local ayuntamiento and Medio Ambiente?
For surveyors: will your deslinde be accepted by the Registro de Títulos?