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Activity licence for shops in Mallorca

Shops, supermarkets and retail premises need an activity licence and must comply with accessibility, fire protection and legalised installations. We manage the entire application process, from the initial consultation to the opening.

Interior of a shop in Mallorca
Activity licence and installations for shops in Mallorca.

What does a shop need in order to open?

The scope depends on the surface area and the capacity of the premises. These are the most common points:

Classification and licenceDepending on the surface area and the capacity, it is processed as a harmless, minor or major activity (Law 7/2013).
AccessibilityAdapted access and, where applicable, an adapted toilet for people with reduced mobility.
Fire protectionEvacuation, capacity and extinguishing means in accordance with the CTE; the larger the surface area, the more requirements.
Electrical installationIn public-access premises it always requires an electrical project.
Air conditioning and ventilationComfort and renewal of the indoor air of the premises.
Signage and shop windowThe exterior signage may require its own municipal authorisation.

What do we do?

We manage the entire application process, from the initial consultation to the opening, so you only worry about your business:

1
StudyWe analyse your case and its classification.
2
Technical projectDrafting of the project and installations.
3
ProcessingLegalisation before the authorities.
4
OpeningConstruction management and final certificate.

Are you going to open a shop?

We study your premises and tell you exactly which licence and which installations it needs.

Frequently asked questions

What licence does a shop need in Mallorca?

It depends on the surface area and the capacity: many small shops are processed as a harmless or minor activity, and larger ones as a major activity, in accordance with Law 7/2013. In addition, accessibility, fire protection and installations must be met.

Does a small retail premises need a project?

If it is a public-access premises, the electrical installation always requires a project. Depending on the classification of the activity, technical documentation may suffice or a full project may be required.