Property development is regulated mainly by the land property and mortgage registrar and the competent court of first instance.

Construction of new projects is subject to provincial and municipal approvals. Building permits are required before construction commences. A certificate of conformity, confirming that the building has been constructed in accordance with the building permit, is required before a nonresidential property can be occupied, leased, or sold.

Law No. 11-03, adopted by Dahir No. 1-03-59 dated 12 May 2003 on environmental protection, provides for environmental requirements with respect to real estate.

Generally, a building permit is required for the construction or renovation of real property.

At the end of the work, the owner must obtain a certificate of compliance.

Yes. This is the case when authorities seek to reduce or mitigate potential dangers to human health or the environment.

Law No. 47-09 on energy performance in Morocco provides for specific requirements applicable to buildings. However, the decree related to this law has not been published yet. The application of Law No. 47-09 will thus be delayed.

No.