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afpop considers in good faith that all the information provided is true and accurate after having endeavoured to so confirm to the best of its ability. However, afpop is not qualified to render any technical advice, recommendation or information, nor is it under any legal duty to do so. Therefore, afpop declines any responsibility for possible damages arising directly or indirectly to members or non-members from alleged incorrect or misleading advice, recommendation or information and strongly advises all members to seek always the services of qualified practitioners and/or professionals for any technical matters, such practitioners and/or professionals being exclusively responsible for possible damages arising from their activity, including their technical opinions that may be inserted in our publications.

H01E - Habitation Licence

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Habitation licences (Licença de Habitação or Habitabilidade, Licença de Utilização) are essential documents in Portugal that certify that a building has been constructed according to building regulations and is suitable for its intended use. This Bulletin provides an overview of the licensing process, including obtaining a licence for a new property and verifying existing licences.

H02E - Rates Document

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The rates document is issued by the Department of Finances (Repartição de Finanças) of your local council (Concelho). This document records the value of the building or land for the purpose of calculating land taxes (IMI). It is an important document for resolving disputes about the exact extent of the property and the boundaries with neighbours. The document is required for purchase or sale of the property and when applying for building permission.

H07E - Construction

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When planning to build a new home in Portugal there are many factors to consider, such as location, regulations and even climate. To find out more about construction in Portugal read this Bulletin.

Motoring fines

Submitted by Alan on
According to data from the National Road Safety Authority (ANSR), in the first half of 2023 almost 70 million vehicles were stopped/inspected and there was an increase in infractions of around 20 percent. It won’t surprise most people to hear that speeding was the most common (67%), however that was followed by the lack of mandatory periodic inspection, before excess alcohol, using cell phones and then transporting children without an adequate restraint system.
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