1. Renovate
the average price* per square meter can be considered around €1,500.00/1,800.00 + 10% VAT.
The duration of the renovation depends on the size of the property and other factors, usually a period of 1 to 1.5 years
Indicative costs for renovation of a building or new Re-construction
The costs for a renovation depend on many factors, the size of the building, the condition of the structural parts, the place where the building is located, careful initial planning and other factors such as material costs.
2. New Construction
average price* per square meter from €1,500.00 to €2,000.00 + 10% VAT.
Duration of the works depending on the size of the building and other factors, approximately 1.5/2 years;
The costs indicated include:
- Structural consolidations
- Heating system
- Plumbing work
- Electrical connections and cables
- Windows and doors
- Bathrooms
- Kitchen
- Floors
* IMPORTANT: ALL THE PRICES ARE ONLY INDICATIVE AND HAVE NO VALUE FOR THE REAL QUOTATION
More in detail
and factors to keep in mind
Notary
Calculated as a percentage of the property purchase price.
Commissions
Real estate agent’s fee: carefully check that it is not duplicated or excessive.
Architectural Designer and work supervision
Between 8–12% of the total cost of the renovation project.
Safety plan
Mandatory for workers’ safety; depends on costs, workload, and risk level.
Geological report
Mandatory to verify if the building is in a safe geological area, or required for building a swimming pool or changing the intended use of part of the property.
Structures
Structural design by an engineer for reinforced concrete parts and other structural elements.
Private road
Always check if the existing road requires maintenance. Building an access driveway to the property (upon estimate).
Authorizations
The cost of building permits and authorizations from the Municipality depends on many factors: municipal fees and taxes, building volume, project cost, possible Landscape Commission approval, and changes of use of the premises.
Water supply
Is the building already connected to the water supply? Otherwise request an estimate, also depending on the distance from the main pipeline.
Electricity/Enel
Does the building require connection to the public electricity grid if not already present? Otherwise request an estimate, also depending on the distance from the main line and the available capacity.
Sewerage/Septic tank
If the building is not connected to the public sewer system: installation of a treatment system for grey and black water, with grease trap + Imhoff tank and dispersion into the ground via sub-irrigation, to be sized according to the number of bathrooms and potential occupants.
Gas/LPG
The tank is usually provided on a loan-for-use basis by the gas supplier.
Swimming pool
The cost depends on the size of the pool and the materials used (concrete, finishes, systems).
Retaining wall
Check whether there is a need to build or reinforce retaining walls for the land.
Translation
Any translations of documents if requested;
urban planning practices
Everything you will need
- Architectural design/Executive design;
Requests for site inspections and contracts for connection and supply of water and electricity for construction sites and/or permanent use; - Lex 10/91 energy containment report (if required by the intervention);
- Geological Report (if required by the intervention);
- Analysis of excavated earth and rocks (if required by the intervention);
- Acoustic-Passive Requirements Report;
- Roof lifeline project (if required by the intervention);
- Structural report and final structural testing (if required by the intervention);
- Design of thermal and electrical/photovoltaic system (if required by the intervention);
- Calculation and metric calculation of the works;
- Specifications and Contracts;
- Site Security Coordinator;
- Work management and assistance;
Beginning of work
Possible variation during construction accompanied by all the documents mentioned above if necessary;
End of work;
- APE: Energy performance certificate;
- Definitive Land Registry and Completion Report;
- Request for usability and completion of the works;
To be decided
Once the projects are completed,
even before obtaining the permissions
- Construction companies:
Construction work…
Internal and external finishes...
Tiles or type of floors…
Interior/exterior wall colors...
Pool salt or chlorine and color... - Plumbing:
Heating system (underfloor or radiators)
whether cooling, heat pump or boiler…
Line and models of bathroom accessories… - Electrician:
TV – internet – distribution – electrical boxes
Alarm system, cameras... - Carpenter:
New windows in wood or aluminum with a wood effect or lacquered;
External shutters;
Internal doors; - Blacksmith: ...
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