Legal and FAQ about Plantation Acres, Costa Rica

Everything you need to know about Plantation Acres, Costa Rica. The most Frequently Asked Questions answered.

Q. What exactly is Plantation Acres?

A. The project is an eco-residential resort community, comprised of 50 acres of both tropical and forest land divided into 47 estate sized lots. There are 29 ocean view and 18 forest view lots, each a minimum of 1.25 acres (5000m2). There will also be a swimming pool, a clubhouse and a barbecue area. More questions answered.

Legal Residency in Costa Rica

The Rentista and Pensionado program is available to those individuals who can prove a permanent and stable income from investments, pension or retirement benefits. Individuals who invest at least US$50,000 in project which has been approved by the Center For the Promotion of Exports . . read more

Buying and Building? What you need to know (Part 1: Buying)

Buying land and constructing buildings or a home can be an intimidating process, even when you are at home in the culture and know what to expect and plan for. In a foreign country, the same processes can be downright frightening. In a new setting, you need to learn what the usual way to go about things is and also who is legally and ethically responsible for what-in other words you should invest . . read more

Buying and Building? What you need to know (Part 2: Costs)

The government collects a property transfer tax (Impuesto de Traspaso) which is 1.5% of the registered value of the property. The Public Registry will not record a transfer deed unless the transfer taxes and documentary stamps have been paid. (The transfer tax was reduced from 3% to 1.5% by Law No. 7764 effective May 22, 1998) . . . read more

Buying and Building? What you need to know (Part 3: Building)

In order to build in Costa Rica, the law requires that any application for a construction permit be presented by a licensed architect or engineer (Article 83, Law of Constructions, Article II.2 Construction Regulations). It is therefore advisable to contact a reputable, licensed architect or civil engineer to guide you through the construction process. . . read more

Setting Up and Running a Business

Setting up and running a business in Costa Rica will require five basic steps. Firstly you must establish a corporate entity to run the business. Secondly you must apply for and obtain a business license (patente comercial) from the local Municipality department (Departamento de Patentes) where the business is to operate...read more.

For further information about Plantation Acres please click here to visit our contact page or call us now on 011 (506) 643 1165 (Costa Rica office)

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