Extensions and what applies A legislative regulation was recently passed in Parliament (Government Gazette Issue A' 231/12.12.2025) extending for two (2) years – until December 31, 2027 – the validity of all building permits that expired on December 31, 2025. Extensions of one or two years are also granted for various categories of building permits, such as permits for buildings whose load-bearing structure has been completed, in order to finish the facades or the roof. This

From mid-2026, the status of unplanned construction is expected to change radically, as the Ministry of Environment and Energy is promoting a new, unified framework that aims to put an end to the current urban planning chaos. Until the new system is established, urban planning continues to operate with double standards: some authorities issue building permits based on existing data, while others block them, even though the conditions are the same. The result is the creation o

The picture of the Greek real estate market is indicative of a deep structural imbalance between supply, quality, and actual demand. Let's take a closer look at the key points: General Market Overview Advertisements for sale : ~131,000 properties Rental listings : ~45,000 properties Duration of stay in ads : 6 months to 2 years Actual transfers (2024) : 28,700 Total value of transfers : €3 billion Values and Reality Category Average Price Price per square meter Wanted (ads) €