Urban Lawyers in Estepona and Marbella
Urban Legal Advice
Urban Lawyers in Estepona and Marbella, at Perez de Vargas Abogados, we are proud to be recognised as a leading law firm in the field of urban and planning law in Estepona and Marbella. Our team of urban lawyers brings together a wealth of experience, deep legal knowledge, and a long-standing commitment to excellence in assisting both private clients and public entities in all matters related to urban planning, land management, and development law.
Operating from our offices in Estepona and Marbella, we provide strategic and technical legal advice on a wide range of urban law matters. Our in-depth understanding of the local, regional, and national regulatory frameworks allows us to navigate complex planning scenarios with confidence and precision, ensuring that our clients’ projects are both viable and fully compliant.
Comprehensive Urban Law Services
Our Urban Law Department offers legal guidance throughout the entire urban development process — from planning and licensing to land management and dispute resolution. We assist a broad client base including:
Property developers
Investors
Architects and engineers
Homeowners’ associations
Public entities
Individuals involved in planning disputes
Our main areas of expertise include:
Urban Planning and Land Use
Legal assistance in the drafting, revision, and implementation of planning instruments, including:
General Urban Development Plans
Partial Plans
Special Plans
Territorial and Sectoral Planning
Strategic advice on land classification and reclassification
Collaboration with urban planners and public administrations
Advising Urban Development Entities
Legal support to urban development entities, such as:
Compensation Boards (Juntas de Compensación)
Urban Development Conservation Entities
Guidance on governance, compliance, and project execution
Drafting and review of internal statutes, urbanisation agreements, and project documents
Licensing and Building Regularisation
Comprehensive legal assistance in the processing of licenses:
Building permits
Licenses for first occupation
Activity and operation licenses
Segregation and grouping licenses
Legalisation and regularisation of existing buildings that do not conform with planning regulations
Representation before local councils and planning authorities
Urban Planning Due Diligence
Legal audits for property purchases, developments, or investments
Identification of urban, cadastral, planning, and legal risks
Issuance of legal opinion reports prior to acquisition or development
Urban Planning Discipline and Enforcement
Representation in administrative disciplinary proceedings for:
Unauthorised constructions
Breaches of urban planning regulations
Defence strategies and negotiation of compliance agreements
Appeals before administrative and contentious-administrative courts
Administrative Law and Public Law Advisory Services
In addition to urban planning matters, our firm provides expert legal advice in related areas of administrative and public law. These include:
Public Procurement & Administrative Contracting: Legal guidance throughout public tender processes and execution of public contracts.
Expropriations: Assistance in compulsory purchase proceedings, including valuation disputes and compensation claims.
Economic-Administrative Claims: Representation in disputes over tax, planning, and public service matters.
Liability of Public Authorities: Legal claims against public entities for damages caused by administrative actions or omissions.
Administrative and Contentious-Administrative Appeals: Filing and defence of appeals against decisions made by local and regional governments.
Our legal team ensures effective protection of client interests in dealings with public administrations, delivering both preventative legal planning and robust litigation strategies when required.
Tailored Legal Solutions for Complex Urban Projects
At Pérez de Vargas Abogados, we understand the multidisciplinary nature of urban development and infrastructure projects. That’s why our Urban Law Department works closely with the firm’s other specialised areas, including Real Estate Law, Environmental Law, Tax Law, and Commercial Law, to deliver holistic legal solutions that address every legal and financial aspect of a development project.
Our client-centric approach ensures that all advice is aligned with each client’s commercial objectives, risk tolerance, and timeline.
To request a legal advice service or doubts and suggestions, please contact the office.