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/Responsible declaration for first occupancy and operation

Art. 53 | Ordinance 6/2022, of April 26, on Urban Licenses and Responsible Declarations of the Madrid City Council
Full Text | Law 9/2001, of July 17, on Land Use in the Community of Madrid (Official Gazette No. 245, October 12, 2001).
Full Text | Law 17/1997, of July 4, on Public Shows and Recreational Activities.
Full Text | Law 2/2012, of June 12, on Promoting Commercial Activity in the Community of Madrid .
Full Text | Law 12/2012, of December 26, on Urgent Measures for the Liberalization of Commerce and Certain Services.
Full Text | Regulation 7/2022, of April 26, which establishes the framework for Collaborative Urban Entities for Verification, Inspection, and Control.
Certain urban planning activities do not require a prior license but can be initiated with a Responsible Declaration. In this declaration, the applicant confirms under their responsibility that the proposed project complies with all relevant urban planning and sectoral regulations. The applicant must provide the necessary documentation proving this compliance and agree to make it available to the City Council if required. They must also commit to maintaining compliance throughout the project.
This process is outlined in Article 53 of the Ordinance on Urban Planning Licenses and Responsible Declarations.
The Responsible Declaration for First Occupation and Operation applies to the initial occupation and operation of new buildings, partial occupation and operation, expansion, and intensified use. It also covers activities regulated by Law 17/1997 on Public Shows and Recreational Activities. This declaration is required for all residential uses and for non-residential uses based on the Ordinance on Urban Planning Licenses and Responsible Declarations (OLDRUAM).
This declaration must be submitted for projects approved with prior urban planning licenses. For projects carried out through a responsible urban planning declaration, the declaration for first occupation and operation is not required.
For more details on this process, visit: Madrid City Council Responsible Declaration for First Occupation
Steps to follow:
  1. Verify Eligibility: Ensure that your project falls under the responsible declaration for first occupation and operation.
  2. Pay the Required Fees: Complete the self-assessment form
  3. Prepare the Necessary Documentation: Collect all required documents to accompany your application. You can find the full list in the “Documentation” section of the online procedure.
  4. Submit the Responsible Declaration: Submit the declaration via the online platform or, if necessary, in person. Ensure you have the required identification and electronic signature system.
  5. Inspection and Verification: Within 3 months of submitting the declaration, municipal technical services or collaborating entities will conduct an inspection. They will issue a report confirming whether the project complies with the declaration. The City Council or collaborating entity may carry out further checks and inspections as needed.

/ Key Contacts for Licensing Procedures

Depending on the specific process, responsibility may fall under:
The Urban Development Department, , The Activities Agency, or o Municipal District Boards.

/ Estimated costs

  • Urban Services Fee: The amount depends on the size of the project or the activity
  • ICIO (for construction work): Self-assessment based on the actual cost of the completed work.
  • Other Fees: Additional taxes may apply depending on the nature of the activity.

/ Average processing time

The declaration will take effect as soon as it is submitted, provided all necessary documentation is complete and requirements are met.

/ Submission methods

  • Electronic Submission: Via the Responsible Declaration for First Occupation and Operation procedure on the Madrid City Council’s online platform
  • In person Submission: In-Person Submission: At the relevant offices or municipal departments (Urban Development Government Area, Activities Agency, or Districts).

/ Related steps and procedures

Consult other procedures