It indicates that, for reference, the complete inspection from the beginning to the delivery of an apartment for the middle class will be around RD$1,862 pesos.
SANTO DOMINGO. -The Ministry of Housing, Habitat and Buildings (MIVHED) announced yesterday, Wednesday, August 20, new adjustments to the fees for services related to the processing of plans and inspection of private buildings.
In a statement, the agency explained that the measure is being taken with the aim of protecting the lives and property of the population , through broader, more timely and rigorous supervision at all stages of the construction process.
“Adjusting the rates will allow us to increase the number of inspections, expand the qualified technical staff, and incorporate tools and technology that will improve the quality and efficiency of on-site verifications,” the statement said.
He added: “Builders should see this rate update as an investment in safety, urban quality, and service sustainability,” emphasized Minister Carlos Bonilla, who stressed that “with more and better inspections, we prevent construction errors, curb illegal or risky interventions, and act in time to demand corrections before problems endanger citizens.”.
He explains that the measure is framed within Law 160-21 and Regulation R-004 of Supervision and Inspection of Works, and is part of a continuous improvement process to offer more efficient services, with greater coverage and quality from the Vice Ministry of Standards, Procedures and Regulations of that ministry.
It indicates that, as a reference, the complete inspection from the beginning to the delivery of an apartment for the middle class will be around RD$1,862 pesos.
He cites the following as positive aspects of this rate update:
- More inspections and technical controls at all stages : from plans to
finished work. - Faster and more effective response thanks to better trained teams and
verification technology. - Error prevention and early detection of illegal or unsafe works.
- Maintenance of exemptions that protect those who need it most : Low Cost Housing
, Construction Start Permit and Prior Work Authorization.
Below is the full statement published on the organization's official social media accounts.
