Certificate of Habitability (Cédula de habitabilidad)
Alongside the energy certificate, the certificate of habitability in Mallorca, the Cédula de habitabilidad, is one of the most important documents when buying a property and for electricity and water supply. It confirms that a property is habitable and meets the legal minimum standards. Without a valid Cédula, you can neither sign new utility contracts in Mallorca nor sell safely in the long term.
These are the types of Cédula
Which certificate you need depends on the age and use of your property.
First certificate
The Cédula de primera ocupación applies to new buildings or after a change of use. For it you need the building permit and the final inspection of the works (Certificado final de obra) from the municipality, as well as the Certificación municipal de finalización de obra (CFO).
Renewal certificate
You apply for the Cédula de renovación again after the 10-year validity expires. You also need photos of the property and confirmation from an architect that no structural changes have been made.
For properties built before 1987
The Cédula de carencia applies to houses built before 1 March 1987 that have never had a Cédula. For this you need a Certificado de situación urbanística from the municipality. It confirms that the property was lawfully built and that there are no building violations.
Documents for the certificate of habitability
The documents differ depending on the area and the occasion, so you will find all four cases here. When buying a property, you also need your NIE number.
First Cédula in an urban area
- Purchase deed or land registry extract (Nota simple)
- If applicable, a copy of the expired Cédula
Renewal in an urban area
- Purchase deed or land registry extract
- Latest electricity or water bill
First Cédula in a rural area (Rústico)
- Purchase deed or land registry extract
- Certificado de antigüedad from the Ajuntament
Renewal in a rural area
- Purchase deed or land registry extract
- Latest electricity or water bill
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Cédula de habitabilidad
€329
Fixed price for apartments and houses of any type and size
- We book the appointment with the responsible authority
- We also collect and check all documents
- We communicate with the architect and the municipality for you
- Finally, we deliver your valid Cédula de habitabilidad to you
FAQ on the certificate of habitability in Mallorca
How long is the Cédula de habitabilidad valid?
It is valid for 10 years. After that you have to renew it.
Do I need the certificate of habitability when selling a property?
It is not strictly required. Notaries, however, strongly recommend it.
Can I register electricity and water anew without a Cédula?
No, because the Cédula is a prerequisite for new utility contracts. For a transfer of an existing contract, however, you don’t need it.
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