Construction is a complex process that requires careful planning. Correct registration of data in the national construction register (www.ehr.ee) and obtaining the necessary permits ensures that construction work is legal, safe, and compliant with all requirements, promoting a responsible construction culture.
When considering the construction of a new building, the extension or reconstruction of an existing building, or the demolition of a building as a property owner, it is advisable to follow the guidelines. At the bottom of this page, we outline the main stages of the construction process to help you plan your construction work. Although the property owner may involve various specialists and/or contractors in the construction process, it is important to remember that the property owner bears full responsibility from start to finish. It is definitely worth familiarizing yourself with the Construction Law, which provides a detailed description of the owner’s obligations.
What is a building?
- buildings intended for living and working (e.g., residential buildings, garden houses, farm buildings, office buildings, school buildings, shopping centers, etc.)
- equipment necessary for performing specific functions (e.g., solar panels, gas, water and sewage pipes, electricity and communication cables, heating pipes, etc.).
Construction rights are mainly regulated by the Construction Act, the Spatial Planning Act, and the Viimsi Municipality Master Plan, as well as various thematic plans (e.g., the residential building thematic plan). The basis is the general plan, which divides Viimsi into smaller areas with different intended uses, such as residential land, commercial land, industrial land, etc. Residential land is further divided into land for apartment buildings, land for small residential buildings, and land for summer houses and garden houses. The general rule is that a building may be constructed on registered real estate if its intended use corresponds to the purpose of the land plot specified in the general plan.
