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ARU and ORU Areas in Portugal: Tax Benefits, 6% VAT and Urban Rehabilitation Incentives in 2026

| MJARC

In summary: ARU zones (Urban Rehabilitation Areas — Áreas de Reabilitação Urbana) are areas delimited by the municipality where access to tax benefits—such as 6% VAT, IMI (property tax) exemption, or IMT (property transfer tax) relief—may be available, but none of these benefits apply automatically. Eligibility depends on the nature of the works, the existence […]

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    torre green view na covilhã, projeto de reabilitação da mjarc arquitetos

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    Multifamily Housing: How Architecture Creates Value

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    Multifamily housing is a residential building typology composed of multiple autonomous and independent units—typically apartments—that, when designed with architectural rigor, gains value through functional layouts, strategic solar orientation, private outdoor spaces, qualified communal areas, energy efficiency, and a careful selection of durable materials. A multifamily building is not merely the arithmetic sum of square meters […]

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      Prior Communication of Construction Site Opening: When Is It Mandatory and How to Proceed

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      Prior notice of construction site opening (comunicação prévia de abertura de estaleiro) is a statutory obligation established by Decree-Law no. 273/2003, of October 29, which sets the rules for planning, organization, and coordination to promote occupational health and safety on temporary or mobile construction sites. This legislation applies to building and civil engineering works and […]

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      Building on Sloped Land: The Challenge That Can Become the Project’s Greatest Opportunity

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      There is a persistent idea among real estate developers and investors: that a sloped plot of land is synonymous with problems—more technical studies, longer execution timelines, and substantially higher budgets. Because of this, the natural tendency is usually to seek flat land, assumed to be “easier” and “cheaper.” This is an understandable interpretation, but frankly […]

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        vista exterior e piscina cicioso boutique hotel ao anoitecer

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        How to Open a Boutique Hotel in Portugal

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        Opening a boutique hotel in Portugal can be a highly relevant opportunity for investors, owners of historic buildings, tourism developers, or families looking to transform a property with architectural, historical, or landscape value into a distinctive hospitality project. However, before moving forward, it is essential to understand that “boutique hotel” is primarily a commercial and […]

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          2026 ADENE Fees: Energy Certificate Costs in Portugal

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          The ADENE fees correspond to the registration value of the energy performance certificate on the SCE Portal — Building Energy Certification System (Sistema de Certificação Energética dos Edifícios). These values do not, in themselves, represent the total price of an energy certificate, as the Qualified Expert’s fees and applicable VAT are typically added to the […]

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          REVISTA ATTITUDE 130: NOMAD COM PROJETO DOURO WOOD HOUSE DA MJARC ARQUITETOS

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          Top Architecture Magazines & Digital Platforms | MJARC

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          Architecture magazines play a fundamental role in shaping contemporary architectural thought. Beyond serving as a constant source of inspiration, these publications contribute to showcasing architects’ work, gaining professional recognition, and highlighting architecture as a cultural discipline. In a field where image, concept, detail, and relationship to place are essential, specialized magazines and platforms help build […]

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          Programa preliminar e Estudo Prévio Arquitetura - MJARC Arquitetos

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          Preliminary Brief and Schematic Design in Architecture: Why They Are Essential Phases Before Detailed Design

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          In architecture, the earliest decisions are often those that exert the greatest influence on the final outcome of a project. Before diving into detailed design, submitting an application to the Municipal Council, or advancing to construction, it is essential to understand the starting point: the client, the site, the spatial program, legal constraints, the budget, […]

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            Douro Wood House by MJARC Arquitetos, um projeto integrado na paisagem com respeito ao existente

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            How Architecture Protects Nature

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            Today marks World Nature Conservation Day. And we believe that across all sectors (construction, industry, civil engineering, among so many others), there is always the opportunity to choose better practices. No sector is exempt from this responsibility, and architecture holds a unique role: every project touches the ground, alters the landscape, consumes resources, and leaves […]

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              Building a House in Portugal: Stages, Permits & Costs

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              Building a house in Portugal is a major decision — and often one of the largest personal and financial investments of a lifetime. However, long before construction begins, or finishes and final aesthetics come into play, key decisions determine the success of the entire endeavor: purchasing the land, conducting urban planning feasibility studies, defining the […]

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