When planning a new construction or building renovation, the most important thing is to take care of all the necessary documents. From the purpose of the plot to the completion declaration, each stage is regulated by legislation and technical construction regulations (STR).
Below is a concise and clear list of documents according to the construction process.
Before starting the design
Documents required for the start of construction:
- Land ownership documents (extracted from the Registry Center);
- Geodetic plot plan or topographic photo
- Design conditions summary (SAR, commonly known as PSS). Although formally canceled in 2010, STR 1.05.07 “Design Conditions Summary” as such, municipalities currently issue special architectural requirements (SAR),
- If applicable—heritage protection, protected areas, or engineering network conditions.
If planning a renovation—a technical condition assessment of the building may be required.
Design
Technical construction documents prepared by an architect or designer:
- Technical project or simplified project (depending on the size and category of the building);
- Expertise, if required according to STR;
- Co-owners’ consents, if the plot has more than one owner.
The project must comply with STR 1.05.01:2017 and other normative construction technical documents.
Construction permit
To obtain a construction permit, through Infostatyba or Planning Construction, you need to submit:
- Application for a construction permit;
- Prepared project with all attachments;
- Expertise act (if applicable);
- Other documents according to the project’s specifics.
All documents are submitted in accordance with the construction technical regulation for construction permitting documents (STR 1.05.01:2017).
Construction work progress
Mandatory documents to start and carry out construction work:
- Notification of construction start (VTPSI);
- Work technological project (if special works are applied);
- Network connection agreements (electricity, water, sewage);
- Geological surveys, if specified in the project.
Construction completion
Documents confirming construction completion:
- Completion declaration through Infostatyba;
- Energy performance certificate (mandatory for A-class and higher buildings);
- Geodetic photo;
- If applicable—technical maintenance reports and acceptance commission act.
Document checklist by construction stage
| Stage | Document | When needed? | To whom submitted / used |
| 1. Preparatory | Land plot ownership documents (RC certificate) | In all cases | To the designer, municipality |
| Plot plan / topographic photo | Before design | To the architect, engineers | |
| Design conditions summary | When planning a new building or renovation | Issued by the municipality | |
| Environmental / heritage protection agreements | When applicable in the area | Separate institutions | |
| 2. Design | Technical or simplified project | In all cases, except when no permit is needed | For construction permit, contractor |
| Project expertise (if applicable) | Depending on the building category | For obtaining construction permit | |
| Co-owners’ consent | If the plot has more than one owner | Attached to project documentation | |
| 3. Permit acquisition | Application for construction permit | When a permit is needed | Submitted through Infostatyba |
| Construction permitting documents according to STR 1.05.01:2017 | Mandatory for permit | To the municipality, through Infostatyba | |
| 4. Construction works | Construction work start declaration | Before physical construction start | To the State Construction Inspectorate |
| Work technology project | When applicable to orderly works | To the contractor, technical supervisor | |
| Engineering network connection agreements | Always, when networks are connected | ESO, water supply, etc. | |
| 5. Completion | Building completion declaration | Upon completion of construction work | Submitted through Infostatyba |
| Energy performance certificate | For newly constructed / renovated buildings | To the Registry Center | |
| Geodetic photo | When registering a new building | To the Registry Center | |
| Building acceptance acts (if applicable) | For larger or special buildings | To the Construction Inspectorate |
Arqiplan – professional assistance at all stages
Document processing, coordination with institutions, and compliance with STR requirements can demand a lot of time and knowledge. Arqiplan assists throughout the process:
- Prepares projects and technical documents;
- Coordinates the issuance of construction permitting documents;
- Consults on renovation or new construction solutions;
- Ensures all formalities are handled according to current regulations.