The law regulates the procedure for issuing and controlling building permits. It also presents measures to prevent unauthorised buildings and constructions, as well as mechanisms to deal with unauthorised buildings that have been built after or after 28/07/2011. Article 117 regulates arbitrary constructions and uses in listed buildings.
The law also introduces the Electronic Building Identity which is issued exclusively electronically. It als regulates the Land use Planning Implementation, the design of Public Spaces and issues related to Environmental Balance.
Finally, the law also defines the responsibilities of the Local and Central Architectural Councils.
Law 4495/2017 “Control and protection of the built environment and other provisions” – Amended by laws 5037/2023 and 5067/2023