Building a home in Mauritius
Some of the rules to know before embarking on the construction of a house on the island of Mauritius:
Obtaining authorization from the competent authorities is essential. Among them, the Building and Land Use Permit (BLUP), more commonly a building permit, is obtained from the municipal council or the district council where the construction will take place.
Urbanism:
The statutory distance between the new construction and the marking of the neighbor must be 900 mm, or approximately 3 feet. For the coastal zone, the minimum statutory distance to be observed is 3 metres from the common wall that separates the neighbours.
It is important to maintain a distance of 3 to 6 meters from the road, what is called the « road side reserve ».
If you have openings in front of neighbours, it is essential to preserve at least 2 meters of the free space of the common wall.
To avoid getting into his neighbor's land. It is important to buy a land accompanied by a lease report. Respect for the right of passage is also important, because a land cannot be enclaved.
It is also essential that the design of your home is in harmony with the Mauritian environment. The Government of Mauritius promotes concepts that highlight the local cultural heritage while bringing a contemporary touch in order to preserve the splendor and singularity of the island’s landscapes.
Standards and safety:
Construction standards in Mauritius must be complied with, in particular with regard to structural strength, weather resistance and natural hazards such as cyclones.
Environment:
This year, 2024, during the assessment of building permit applications in Mauritius, stricter environmental rules will be taken into account. These include the use of environmentally-friendly materials, renewable energy sources and rainwater harvesting systems. The objective of these measures is to reduce the environmental impact of housing while encouraging the energy autonomy of homes.
Construction waste management:
During the construction period, in Mauritius, it is essential to take waste management seriously. Particular attention must be paid to the recycling and disposal of materials in compliance with environmental standards.
Construction in Mauritius must comply with various laws and regulations, including the Building Control Act of 2012, which governs the construction, enlargement, renovation and demolition of buildings.
USEFUL LINKS:
Guide to building and land use permits in Mauritius
Application for water supply from the CWA (Central Water Authority) in Mauritius: the documents to accompany the application are the title deed, the identity card and 2 approved site plans.
Request for electricity supply from the CEB (Central Electric Board) in Mauritius: the documents to be attached are the national identity card, the copy of the title deed; the building permit; the list of household appliances to connect in Watts or Kilowatts.
For any additional information, the DECORDIER real estate Grand Baie agency supports you in all your real estate projects:
DECORDIER immobilier Grand Baie
Phone : +230 268 2828
E-mail : contact@decordier-immobilier.mu
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