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Personal Development Plan

A sequence built from your project type, location and current stage.

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Your development plan

  1. 1. Strategy and project brief1–2 months
  2. 2. Land due diligence1–2 months
  3. 3. Pre-application / PIP1–3 months
  4. 4. Architectural project submission2–5 months
  5. 5. Licence and construction permit3–8 months
  6. 6. Construction11–27 months
  7. 7. Completion and use licence2–5 months

Total: 21–52 months · Cost per m²: €1,376 – €2,488 (excluding land)

Watch-outs

  • PDM classification, permitted use and building indexes
  • REN / RAN, coastal, heritage or environmental restrictions
  • Water, sewage, electricity and telecoms capacity

Assumptions

  • Durations are typical elapsed times, not statutory deadlines.
  • Construction costs use indicative market ranges by project type, adjusted by region.
  • Municipal responsiveness varies widely and is the single biggest variable.

Indicative ranges for early decisions only. Outcomes depend on the municipality, the PDM and the specific site. Not legal, tax or planning advice.

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