Change of use for properties. Change how a property is used.
Confirm whether a shop, office, warehouse or home can take on the new use, and which works or procedure will be needed.
The listing does not prove the authorized use.
Changes of use to check before any works.
- You want to convert a shop or office into a home.
- You plan to run an activity different from the documented use.
- The use shown in the documents does not match the current reality.
- You need to know whether works, projects or extra authorizations will be required.
From the authorized use to the applicable procedure.
- 1
Confirm
We establish the documented use, the records and the property's current layout.
- 2
Test
We check the intended use against the planning framework and the identifiable requirements.
- 3
Prepare
We define the documents, projects and parties needed to move forward.
- 4
File
We follow the procedure and coordinate with the competent authorities.
Practical questions about conversions and condominiums. The answer always depends on the case.
Not necessarily. It depends on the existing situation and the requirements of the intended use. Even without works, there may be a procedure or documentation to handle.
Guides on this service. To decide with official sources.
- What is a PIP? Portugal's prior information request explained How a simple PIP differs from a full one, how long the Portuguese council has to decide, what happens if it does not answer and how long a favorable answer stays valid.
- Documents for a PIP in Portugal: the official list and how to prepare your filing What Portaria 320/2026/1 requires for a simple PIP and a full PIP in Portugal, what else the municipal council can ask for, and a checklist to file without requests for corrections.
Have a property in mind? Tell us your idea.
We reply within about 2 hours during business hours, then prepare a proposal for your project.
geral@aptogroup.eu
Porto · Portugal