Simplified procedure for building houses in Armenia

Steps required to build an individual residential house up to 300 sqm (Risk Category II) in Armenia:1. Preparation and Site Study Mandatory engineering-geological study to determine the foundation type (based on the seismic zoning map).For sloping terrains, providing retaining walls and drainage systems.Orienting the long facades of the house to the south to maximize the use of solar heat in winter.2. Design and Documentation (Simplified Procedure) Applying to the municipality to obtain an Architectural-Planning Assignment (APZ).Drafting the architectural-construction project.For houses not exceeding 300 sqm, state expertise is not required; the designer's warranty is sufficient.The construction permit is issued simultaneously with the project within a 3-5 day period.3. Construction Organization Site setup: fencing, safety zones, and material storage.Technical supervision of construction quality by a licensed person (or contractor's warranty for Category II risk objects).Maintaining worker safety norms and mandatory installation of fire alarm systems and smoke detectors.Waste management: sorting construction debris (concrete, metal, plastic) and disposal.4. Completion and Documentation Collecting executive acts for hidden works compiled during the construction process.Applying to the municipality to document the completion of construction and obtain a completion act (occupancy permit). Unfinished construction after the permit expiration date can cause issues.Property measurement and state registration at the Cadastre Committee.