Changes to the Spatial Plan of the City of Novi Vinodolski: Important Details for Investors and Landowners
A public hearing was recently held in Novi Vinodolski regarding the VI. amendment and supplement to the Spatial Plan of the City, which garnered significant interest among potential investors and landowners. These changes could greatly impact future projects and property values. In this blog, we bring you the key information you need to know.
What is changing?
The new amendments to the spatial plan include significant changes to the construction conditions in the City of Novi Vinodolski, including Klenovica, Smokvica, Zagon, and other places that belong to the city. These are the most important changes that will affect landowners and investors:
Reduction in the number of residential units
- The number of independent functional units for residential and multi-residential buildings is being reduced from 6 (six) to 4 (four).
- The maximum number of apartments in family houses remains at three.
Increase in the minimum size of building plots
- For family houses, the minimum size of the building plot is increasing from 300 m² to 400 m².
- For residential buildings, the minimum size of the building plot is increasing from 500 m² to 800 m².
Changes in the allowable footprint area
- The maximum allowable footprint area for family houses of 150 m² is being abolished.
- For residential buildings, the maximum allowable footprint area is being reduced from 300 m² to 200 m².
Additional provisions for height and floors
The maximum number of floors for family and residential buildings remains the same, but with additional conditions for attics and rooftop terraces.
Key changes in the table
Family houses (Article 27)
| Old Plan | New Plan | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum allowable plot size for family houses | 300 m² | 400 m² |
| Width of the plot at the building line | ≥ 140 m | ≥ 160 m |
| Maximum allowable footprint area | 150 m² | No limit |
| Maximum number of floors allowed | 5 (including basement and attic) | 5 (including basement and attic) |
| Maximum height | 11,5 m | 11,5 m |
| NA11 restriction area | 8,5 m and 4 floors | 8,5 m and 4 floors |
| Rooftop terraces and pools | Not defined | Considered the last floor* |
Residential buildings (Article 28)
| Old Plan | New Plan | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum allowable plot size for residential and multi-residential buildings | 500 m² | 800 m² |
| Maximum allowable footprint area | 300 m² | 200 m² |
| Maximum number of floors allowed | 5 (including basement and attic) | 5 (including basement and attic) |
| Maximum height | 11,5 m | 11,5 m |
| NA11 restriction area | 8,5 m and 4 floors | 8,5 m and 4 floors |
| Rooftop terraces and pools | Not defined | Considered the last floor* |
*Attics with raised walls from this article, rooftop terraces (flat roofs with an exit house, max height 3,0 m and area 10 m²), and flat roofs with pools on the rooftop area are considered the last floor.
Advice for landowners and investors
For owners of smaller plots
If you own a building plot that currently meets the conditions, but will lose that possibility under the new rules, we advise you to apply for a building permit as soon as possible. This way, you will retain the value of your plots and the ability to build under the old conditions.
For investors
Investors planning to build 6 residential units should speed up the process of submitting documents for a building permit, as the new spatial plan reduces the number of permitted residential units from 6 to 4. This will allow them to complete their planned projects without adapting to the new conditions, which could impact the profitability and feasibility of the projects.
Conclusion
Changes to the Spatial Plan of the City of Novi Vinodolski bring new challenges and opportunities for all landowners and investors. Considering these changes, it is important to respond promptly and adjust your plans to maximize the benefits of the existing conditions. For further information and advice, contact the local authorities or spatial planning experts. Follow our blog for the latest information and guides that can help you navigate these changes.