What to do when there is a discrepancy in areas between the property certificate and the property tax card, what are the detailed steps and which entities should I contact?

When there is a discrepancy in areas between the property certificate (permanent certificate) and the property tax card, it is necessary to take some measures to regularize the situation. Here are the detailed steps and the entities you should contact:

1. Verification of the discrepancy:

   • Carefully compare the areas mentioned in the property certificate and the property tax card.

   • Confirm that the difference is not just a reading or interpretation error.

2. If there is effectively a divergence in areas, you will have to carry out a topographic survey:

   • Hire a surveyor to carry out an accurate topographic survey of the property.

   • This survey will provide the exact measurements of the land and buildings.

   Together with the topographic survey, it will be necessary:

   • Copy of the surveyor’s insurance policy.

   • Declaration that they are registered with OET - Order of Technical Engineers.

   • Responsibility term of the author of the topographic survey.

3. Property Registration Office:

   • Go to the Property Registration Office in the property’s area.

   • Request the rectification of the area in the property description, presenting the topographic survey as proof and remaining documentation.

   • It will be necessary to fill out a request and pay the corresponding fees.

4. Tax Authority (Finances):

   • After the correction at the Registration Office, go to the local Tax Service.

   • Request the update of the property tax card based on the new information.

   • Bring with you the updated property certificate, the topographic survey, and remaining documentation.

5. Municipal Council:

   • If the discrepancy involves changes in construction, it may be necessary to proceed with the change at the respective Municipal Council.

   • Verify if it is necessary to legalize any unapproved construction or alteration.

6. Additional documentation:

   • In some cases, it may be necessary to present a Toponymic Certificate issued by the Municipal Council, which officially confirms the property’s address.

7. Process monitoring:

   • Stay informed about the progress of the process at each entity.

   • Request copies of updated documents after corrections.

8. Final verification:

   • After all updates, check again if the areas are harmonized in all documents.

It is important to note that this process can be complex and time-consuming. In more complicated cases, it may be advisable to seek the assistance of a lawyer specialized in real estate law to ensure that all procedures are carried out correctly.

Remember that keeping these documents updated and consistent is crucial to avoid future problems in real estate transactions, tax payments, and other legal issues related to the property.