The search results do not provide specific examples of cases where builders were suspended for not fulfilling their responsibilities in Portugal. However, they highlight various legal consequences and responsibilities that builders face in case of non-compliance. Here are some relevant points:
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Civil Liability:
Builders can be held civilly liable for construction defects or flaws, which implies the obligation to repair defects or pay compensation to affected owners.
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Legal Actions: When defects are not corrected consensually, owners or the condominium may proceed with legal actions against the builder, demanding the elimination of defects or compensation.
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Legal Guarantees:
The builder’s responsibility is of result, meaning that they are responsible for the proper execution of the work and for guaranteeing its solidity and capacity to meet the objective for which it was commissioned. Defects in the work, apparent or hidden, constitute a violation of the builder’s duty of safety, which may lead to litigation.
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Administrative Sanctions and License Suspension (IMPIC):
Suspension or cancellation of the authorization to operate (license or registration title) is a serious legal consequence of an administrative nature.
IMPIC, I.P. (Institute of Public Markets, Real Estate and Construction, I.P.) is the regulatory body of the sector in Portugal.
In cases of serious non-compliance with legal responsibilities, such as lack of mandatory insurance, violations of the legal regime, or fraud, IMPIC has the power to initiate administrative offense proceedings that may result in temporary suspension or definitive cancellation of the construction company’s license or registration title.
Although there is no direct mention of builder suspensions [in specific cases in the sources], the legal and financial consequences (civil liability) are significant, with license suspension being a real and serious sanction, of an administrative nature, applied by IMPIC, I.P., in cases of serious regulatory non-compliance.