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Change of use: commercial to residential in Málaga

We turn a commercial unit into a home in Málaga & the Costa del Sol end-to-end: planning feasibility, technical project, major works licence and turnkey renovation with first occupation licence at the end.

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Change of use: commercial to residential in Málaga

Benefits and risks we assess up front

Property value uplift

A well-located unit converted into a home usually appreciates significantly — but only if planning allows and conditions are met.

New urban housing

Ideal in central areas where there is no residential land available.

Higher rental yield

Delivers a competitive product for residential letting or seasonal rental.

Not every unit is viable

We first study minimum floor area, ceiling height, ventilation, access, planning compatibility and business case.

Typical requirements

  • Compliance with habitability rules
  • Minimum floor area per local rules
  • Adequate natural ventilation and light
  • Independent access from public road
  • Sufficient water, electricity and drainage services
  • Compliance with accessibility rules
  • Compatibility with local planning
  • Approval from the community of owners where applicable

Our process

  1. 01

    Feasibility study

    Cadastre, planning and unit conditions. If it is not viable, we tell you before invoicing.

  2. 02

    Technical project

    Change-of-use and renovation project with layout, services and Technical Building Code compliance.

  3. 03

    Town hall licence

    We handle the major works licence with change of use before the town hall.

  4. 04

    Construction

    We deliver the renovation with chartered site management and continuous quality control.

  5. 05

    First occupation licence

    After completion we handle the first occupation licence to enable utility hook-ups and the habitability certificate.

At a glance

Typical duration4–6 months (feasibility, project and licence) plus works execution
DocumentationFeasibility study, change-of-use project, licence and certificate of final works
ScopeStudy, project, filing, site management and first occupation

Frequently asked questions

Can every commercial unit become a home?

No. It depends on planning, floor area, ceiling height, ventilation, access and other habitability rules. That is why we always run a feasibility study first.

Do I need approval from the community of owners?

Often yes, especially if façade, evacuation routes or communal services are modified. We review by-laws and coordinate with the community.

Can we reuse the existing structure and façade?

In almost every case, yes. Structure and façade are usually kept; internal walls, services and finishes are replaced to meet residential requirements.

How long does the whole thing take?

As a guide, 4–6 months for the paperwork (feasibility, project, licence) plus construction time. We detail this in the feasibility study.

Related services

Major works licence

Extensions, structural works, change of use and new builds.

See service

First occupation licence

Legalises new or renovated homes and unlocks utility hook-ups.

See service

Full home renovations

Turnkey full renovation of flats, houses and penthouses.

See service

Architecture projects

Concept, execution, MEP and energy-efficiency projects.

See service

Written by: PROYECTOS MÁLAGA technical team — chartered architects and technicians. · Last updated:

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