Due diligence before buying in Sicily: a technical checklist – to reduce noise and heat
If the project starts without solid technical ground, money goes into corrections instead of outcomes. Here is what to check early. In Sicily, coastal exposure and mixed building stock make early checks even more important.
Where to start
Define priorities and constraints: what is mandatory, what is desirable and what can wait.
Collect the key documents (permits, drawings, cadastre) and check consistency between existing condition and authorised state.
- How to keep changes under control
- Questions to ask contractors
- Documents you should have
Permits and documentation
Check constraints and approvals (heritage, landscape, condominium) before appointing contractors.
Prepare a complete technical report to reduce requests for clarifications and delays.
- How to document decisions
- Constraints to check early
- Documents you should have
Schedule and cost control
Set up a bill of quantities and specifications that describe works, materials and tolerances in measurable terms.
Track decisions on site: inspections, progress records and structured change management.
- How to keep changes under control
- Documents you should have
- How to document decisions
- You need a quick technical check before buying or signing.
- You must confirm the right permit path and missing documents.
- You want measurable specs to compare quotes properly.
- You started works and need to regain control of scope and changes.
- Mixing up cadastre updates and building permits (they are different).
- Ignoring waterproofing, slopes, ventilation and other “small” details.
- Applying standard solutions without reading the building context.
- No clear responsibilities between client, contractor and designers.
If you want a clear starting point for a project in Sicily,Studio 4ecan review your context and outline the right technical steps.
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