August 18, 2025 · 4 min de lectura
The building's technical inspection: what it is, when it is due and what happens if it fails
The technical inspection of buildings (now folded into the Building Evaluation Report in many regions) becomes compulsory past a certain age — typically 45–50 years, with reviews every 10.
What it examines
A surveyor inspects the structure, facade, roof, installations and accessibility, and issues a verdict: favourable or unfavourable (with the defects listed by seriousness).
What it costs
For a small building, €600–1,500 depending on the city and the size. It is approved at a meeting by simple majority — not doing it brings municipal fines and problems when selling flats.
If it comes back unfavourable
No need to panic: it is the norm in older buildings. The report sets deadlines by seriousness:
- Serious or urgent defects: work is compulsory within the deadline set (the community MUST carry it out; it is necessary work, simple majority, a levy if needed).
- Minor defects: rectified and evidenced at the next review.
The upside
An unfavourable inspection is the gateway to refurbishment grants (facade, roof, efficiency): the same report is the basis for applying. Many communities turn the obligation into the excuse to renovate the building with public money.
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