One of the most common questions we hear is "how long will it take?" The honest answer depends on your municipality, the complexity of your project, and the current workload of local authorities. But we can give you a realistic stage-by-stage breakdown based on our experience across multiple Spanish regions. For costs at each stage, see our cost guide. For permit timelines specifically, see permits and licenses.
Stage-by-stage timeline
Initial consultation and brief: 1 to 2 weeks. Concept design and preliminary sketches: 4 to 6 weeks. Detailed technical project (proyecto básico + ejecución): 8 to 12 weeks. Building permit processing: 2 to 8 months depending on municipality. Contractor selection and contract negotiation: 4 to 6 weeks. Foundation and structure: 3 to 5 months. Envelope, installations, and finishes: 5 to 8 months. Final inspections and first occupancy license: 1 to 3 months. Total from start to move-in: approximately 18 to 30 months.