Advice on (retail) permits
Permitted or not? First see what's already there.
Many retail properties have more rights than their owners realise. Licentius identifies those rights and builds a feasible application on them, for retailers, owners and investors in Flanders.
Quick check
Do I need a permit?
Three questions to find out whether your project is likely to need a retail permit. Not sure? Margo will take a look.
- 400 m²
- net retail floor area, the threshold in the decree
- 6
- retail categories since 4 March 2024
- 1
- point of contact, from analysis to decision
The added value
Licentius, the added value
With a solid grounding in practice and in-depth sector insight, Licentius supports retailers, property owners, developers and investors in navigating complex challenges related to retail permits and spatial development.
Not every project automatically requires a new permit. A thorough analysis of the historical and legal framework often reveals more possibilities than initially apparent — allowing complex procedures to be avoided or optimised.
This combination of practical experience and legal expertise makes it possible to build cases strategically and convincingly, aligned with the interests of all parties involved — including the permitting authorities. The result: not just permits where needed, but above all opportunities others don’t see.
Who we help
Three starting points, one set of rules
A retailer looks for a location, an owner for a new tenant, an investor for certainty before buying. The questions differ, the answer lies in the same regulations.
Retailer
You want to grow your store
A new location, a different product range or more square metres: each time the question is whether the permit allows it.
- New branch or relocation
- Change or extend the product range
- Downsize the store for a subtenant
Owner
Your property is getting a new use
A change of tenant or a renovation depends on what is permitted on the property. That is what we check first.
- New tenant with a different product range
- Extend or reconfigure
- Know the permit status of the property
Developer/investor
You want certainty before you buy or build
The value of retail property partly depends on the permitted categories and floor area. An upfront analysis prevents surprises.
- Feasibility before purchase
- Check permitted categories and m²
- Extend or rebuild a site
No obligation
Preparing a retail project?
Briefly tell us what you are planning. Margo will be in touch within 2 working days.
- You describe your project in a short form.
- Margo reviews it and gets in touch.
- You receive a tailored quote.
News
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