Permit Status
Environmental and Tourism authorizations obtained. CONFOTUR provisional active. MIVED construction permit under evaluation — approval expected June 2026.
Permit Status at a Glance
Land Use
Permit Obtained
Environmental Authorization
Permit Obtained
Tourism Authorization
Permit Obtained
CONFOTUR Tax Status
Provisional Active
Construction Permits (MIVED)
Deposited, Under Evaluation
Permit Details
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Summary
Permanently secured. No zoning restrictions.
Details
The Carta de No Objeción de Uso de Suelo was issued by the Ayuntamiento of Las Terrenas on August 5, 2024. This confirms Sienna's legal right to develop the property with no land use restrictions or zoning challenges. This permit is permanent and unconditional.
What This Means for You
Your investment sits on land with clear, undisputed development rights — the foundation every other permit builds on.
Summary
Full environmental compliance confirmed after comprehensive review.
Details
Filed February 2, 2024. The process included a preliminary site inspection (March 2024), Terms of Reference issuance (April 2024), a second public hearing (February 2025), and a complete Environmental Impact Study. The definitive authorization has been granted by the Ministerio de Medio Ambiente.
What This Means for You
Sienna's sustainable development practices have been fully validated by the Dominican government. This protects the natural environment surrounding your property and ensures long-term property value. This was one of the two most complex permits in the process — it's done.
Summary
Sienna is officially classified as a tourism development project.
Details
Filed February 2, 2024. The process included slope analysis, site evaluation, and final review by the Dirección de Planificación y Proyectos (DPP) of the Ministerio de Turismo. The definitive authorization has been granted.
What This Means for You
This confirms Sienna qualifies for tourism development benefits and is the prerequisite for CONFOTUR tax exemptions. Combined with the environmental authorization, both foundational government approvals are now complete.
Summary
15-year tax exemptions are active. Final classification in process.
Details
Provisional classification was granted under Resolution No. 203-2024 on October 2, 2024. The economic feasibility study was completed and submitted for deposit in February 2026. Final definitive classification will follow the review of this study. With both Environmental and Tourism definitive permits now secured, all prerequisites for CONFOTUR final approval are met.
What This Means for You
Your tax benefits — no property tax, no transfer tax, no rental income tax for 15 years — are already active under the provisional classification. The final classification is a formality now that both prerequisite permits are obtained. This is the benefit that delivers $82K–$527K in savings depending on villa type.
Summary
Full project application deposited. Model villa proceeding under provisional permit.
Details
Construction permit applications for the full Sienna project were deposited with MIVED in December 2025. The application is currently under evaluation, with approval expected June 2026. In the interim, a provisional construction permit has been issued allowing the model villa and street/utility work to begin in July 2026.
What This Means for You
Construction is not waiting for final paperwork. Model villa and infrastructure work starts in July under the provisional permit, and Founders Villas begin in Q3 once full MIVED approval lands. The provisional mechanism keeps the schedule moving without gaps.
Construction Milestones
| Milestone | Timeline | Status |
|---|---|---|
| MIVED Construction Permit Approval | Expected June 2026 | Under Evaluation |
| Model Villa Construction Start | July 2026 | Confirmed — Provisional Permit Active |
| Streets and Utilities | July 2026 | Starting |
| Founders Villas Start | Q3 2026 | Projected — Pending Full MIVED Approval |
| Model Villa Delivery | Q1 2027 | Projected |
Timeline last verified June 2026. Dates reflect current government processing estimates and are updated as milestones complete.
Where Sienna Stands Today
Definitive permits obtained
Both Environmental and Tourism authorizations — the two longest and most complex permits in Dominican development — have been granted in full. These are not provisional. They are final.
Tax benefits active
CONFOTUR provisional classification has been in effect since October 2024. All prerequisites for final classification are now met. Your 15-year tax exemptions are locked in.
Construction starting
Model villa construction and street/utility work begin July 2026 under provisional construction permits. Full MIVED approval is expected in June 2026, with Founders Villas starting Q3 2026.
Legal oversight
All permit filings managed by Santroni Parsons — see the partners page for the full legal and regulatory team.
Questions About Our Permits?
Our legal team can walk you through every filing, timeline, and document. Full permit documentation is available upon request.