LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT PROJECTS WILL NOT REQUIRE SETENA FORM D2. (PART I)
Low Environmental Impact Projects (Part I)
Real Estate
Building Permits in the Pura Vida land: Steps to take before breaking ground (Part II)
In the previous email we reviewed the first requirements requested. Now we will finish reviewing the mandatory and essential documentation required as well as additional documents...
Building Permits in the Pura Vida land: Steps to take before breaking ground (Part I)
Many new buyers may want to develop their Costa Rican land acquisitions. Regardless of whether the development plan is for a family vacation home, condominium complex, or hotel...
Do you live in a condo complex? You might be interested to know about law 10229 (Part II)
..Also, it specified that if green areas or parks from the common areas are going to be reduced or eliminated, this decision needs unanimous approval from the HOA...
Do you live in a condo complex? You might be interested to know about law 10229 (Part I)
The CR Congress, "Asamblea Legislativa," approved a law that modifies section 27 in the "Ley Reguladora de la Propiedad en Condominio"
Mortgage registration in Costa Rica
Unlike in some other countries, anyone can buy real property in Costa Rica. The buyer is not required to have CR citizenship...
Buying real estate in Costa Rica (Part II)
In the previous email, we talked about frequently asked questions about real estate. In this we will give continuity to these questions emphasizing taxes and obligations. Q. What taxes am I required to pay? A. The primary taxes are: Property…
Buying real estate in Costa Rica (Part I)
The Real Estate market in Costa Rica is very robust and buyer and sellers alike need to be aware of the regulations and laws of the Country...
Rental Properties: Mandatory registration for non-traditional lodgings (Part II)
Companies that are intermediaries, such as Airbnb, are also required to follow the regulations of Law N. 20865, including paying the taxes due if the user's payment is made through the service platform.
Rental Properties: Mandatory registration for non-traditional lodgings (Part I)
As established in the "Law for the Regulation of Non-Traditional Accommodation Through Digital Platforms (N. 20 865)", rental properties in Costa Rica for tourist