Business licences and openings

Q: What is the difference between a responsible declaration and a licence?

It depends on the activity and the municipality. Lower-impact activities can start with a responsible declaration or notification; others need an environmental or opening licence. We tell you which procedure applies to your case.

Before signing a lease or a business transfer (traspaso), you should know whether the activity is permitted in those premises and what works it will require. We study the case, draft the technical documents and handle the town hall procedure until the licence is granted.

What it includes

Initial consultation and feasibility study
Activity project or technical report
Responsible declaration (declaración responsable), notification, environmental licence or opening licence (licencia de apertura)
Change of licence holder (cambio de titularidad)
Compliance with accessibility, fire, ventilation and noise rules
Procedures with the town hall and other authorities
Management and coordination of fit‑out works

Every commission receives a tailored proposal: first we study the case, then we explain scope and fees.

Completed projects

Café opening in previously unused premises

Example case

Guardamar del Segura

Café opening in previously unused premises

Challenge: Retail unit with no hospitality history and open questions on ventilation and accessibility before signing the lease.
What we did: Feasibility study, activity project, smoke extraction and accessible toilet, and responsible declaration to the council.
Result: Opened on schedule, with a single point of contact throughout.

Change of licence holder in a shop transfer

Example case

Torrevieja

Change of licence holder in a shop transfer

Challenge: Takeover of a shop whose old licence did not match current regulations.
What we did: Document review, minor fire‑safety upgrades and change‑of‑holder procedure.
Result: Transfer completed smoothly and business running from day one.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find out whether my business is viable before renting the premises?

Yes, and it is the wisest approach. We review the planning rules, by‑laws and condition of the premises to anticipate requirements and fit‑out costs before you commit.

What is the difference between a responsible declaration and a licence?

It depends on the activity and the municipality. Lower‑impact activities can start with a responsible declaration or notification; others need an environmental or opening licence. We tell you which procedure applies to your case.

Do you work in my town?

We regularly work in Guardamar del Segura, Orihuela Costa, Torrevieja and the Vega Baja, and take on commissions across Alicante and Murcia.

Other lines of work

Tell us about your project.

One conversation is enough to know where to start. We reply within one working day.

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