Resources for Property Owners
Essential information, contacts, and guides for British property owners in Axarquía. Built from 27 years of local experience.
Local Ayuntamientos (Town Halls)
Building permits, planning permissions, and local regulations are handled through your local ayuntamiento. Here are the main ones I work with regularly:
Cómpeta
Phone: +34 952 55 35 85
Address: Plaza Almijara, 1, 29754 Cómpeta
Serves: Cómpeta
Nerja
Phone: +34 952 54 81 00
Address: Calle Carmen, 1, 29780 Nerja
Serves: Nerja
Frigiliana
Phone: +34 952 53 40 21
Address: Calle Real, 8, 29788 Frigiliana
Serves: Frigiliana
Vélez-Málaga
Phone: +34 952 55 87 00
Address: Plaza de las Carmelitas, s/n, 29700
Serves: Arenas, Árchez, Canillas de Aceituno, Salares, and more
Torrox
Phone: +34 952 53 00 00
Address: Plaza de la Constitución, 1, 29770
Serves: Torrox
Algarrobo
Phone: +34 952 55 20 73
Address: Plaza de la Constitución, 1, 29750
Serves: Algarrobo, Sayalonga
Note: All ayuntamiento business is conducted in Spanish. If you're not confident with the language, I can handle all permit applications and communications on your behalf as part of my service.
Essential Services
Important contact numbers for utilities and emergencies:
Emergency Services
Emergency (General): 112
Guardia Civil (Police): 062
Fire Service: 080
Ambulance: 061
Healthcare
Centro de Salud Nerja: +34 951 29 65 00
Centro de Salud Vélez-Málaga: +34 951 06 87 00
Hospital Costa del Sol: +34 951 97 66 69
Utilities - Electricity
Endesa Customer Service: 800 76 00 76
Power Outages: 800 76 07 66
Endesa is the main electricity provider in Axarquía
Utilities - Water
Aqualia (Nerja area): +34 952 52 60 00
Axaragua (Axarquía region): +34 952 76 91 70
Water providers vary by municipality
Helpful Guides from the Blog
I've written detailed guides based on 27 years of experience. These articles answer the most common questions I get:
Building Permits in Spain: Essential Guide for Expats
Complete guide to Spanish building permits, what requires permission, and typical timelines.
Bathroom Renovation Cost Guide for Spain (2024)
Honest breakdown of what bathroom renovations actually cost in Spain.
5 Signs Your Spanish Property Needs Damp Treatment
Learn to spot warning signs of damp problems before they become expensive.
Realistic Timeline for Spanish Village House Renovation
How long renovation actually takes, phase by phase breakdown.
Working with Local Builders in Spain: What to Expect
Cultural differences and practical advice for working with Spanish builders.
Winter Property Maintenance in Spain: Essential Checklist
Protect your Spanish property through winter months.
Building Regulations Quick Reference
Common questions about what requires permits:
Usually Requires Permit
- •Bathroom or kitchen renovations
- •Any structural changes or wall removal
- •External appearance changes (windows, doors, etc.)
- •New construction or extensions
- •Pool installation
- •Roof repairs or replacement
- •Significant plumbing or electrical work
Usually Doesn't Require Permit
- •Internal painting or decorating
- •Minor repairs (fixing leaks, replacing fixtures)
- •Replacing like-for-like (same size/style windows)
- •Garden maintenance and landscaping
Important: Rules vary by municipality. When in doubt, ask. I can advise on specific situations and handle applications.
Living in Spain - Useful Links
External resources for British expats in Spain:
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