Where clients get caught out
In Sóller, a building that looks like a house may be registered as a farm store, and terraces, pools or extensions may be illegal on protected land, with no way to legalise them.
Buying property in Sóller and the Serra de Tramuntana
Sóller lies in the Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape since 2011, and much of its land is protected. Stone houses, terraces and fincas are beautiful, but what you can build, extend or legalise is very limited. We check the classification of the land, the licences of every building and the access rights before you commit. See buying a finca in Mallorca.
Renovating a stone house in Sóller
Many houses in Sóller are old and some are catalogued. Changing windows, roofs or facades, adding a pool or converting outbuildings usually needs a licence and sometimes the approval of heritage authorities. We coordinate architects and licences and review the builder's contract. See construction project management.
Holiday rentals and water in Sóller
Holiday rentals in the mountains are limited by zone and type of property, so a licence cannot be taken for granted. Many fincas also rely on wells, springs or cisterns: we check the water rights and supply as part of the due diligence.
How we work with clients in Sóller, Mallorca
Our office is in Palma. We meet clients from Sóller by video call, phone or WhatsApp, and in person when a signing, a visit or a hearing requires it. If you live abroad, a power of attorney lets us act for you at the notary, the land registry and the town hall of Sóller. A lead lawyer coordinates our specialists and collaborators and explains every document in English or German before you sign.
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Castell.law is the English and German-speaking practice of Castell Abogados, a law firm in Palma de Mallorca. This page is general information, not advice on a specific case: laws and procedures change, so check your situation with us before acting.
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Questions about lawyers in Sóller, Mallorca
Do you have English-speaking lawyers for Sóller?
Yes. Our lawyers advise clients in Sóller in English, German and Spanish, from our office in Palma or by video call, phone and WhatsApp.
Can you check a property in Sóller before I buy?
Yes. We check the land registry, cadastre, licences, planning, debts and, if relevant, the tourist licence of the property in Sóller before you sign or pay a deposit.
Do I need to travel to Sóller for my case?
Not always. Many matters can be handled with a power of attorney signed in your country, and we keep you informed at every step.
How much does a lawyer in Sóller cost?
It depends on the matter. We send a written fee proposal before we start, with a fixed fee wherever the matter allows it.