In the context of full-scale war in Ukraine, the number of cases of loss or damage to documents confirming property ownership has increased. Although the absence of originals does not annul property rights, it can create difficulties when carrying out transactions with housing, its use, or inheritance.
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Procedure for Restoring Lost Real Estate Documents
In the event of losing documents that certify ownership of housing, the applicant must contact a notary or an official of the local government body who previously certified these rights. To do this, a written application must be submitted requesting the issuance of a duplicate of the relevant document.
“To obtain a duplicate of the lost document, one should submit a written request to a notary or an official of the local government body that certified the property ownership.”
Who Can Obtain a Duplicate Document
The right to obtain a duplicate is not limited to property owners. Provided that appropriate supporting documents are submitted, duplicates can be obtained by heirs, successors, mortgage holders, as well as executors of wills. For example, heirs need to provide a death certificate of the owner or documents confirming family ties.
Thanks to this procedure, citizens who have lost documents due to hostilities or other circumstances can restore their rights to housing and continue to manage it in accordance with current legislation in Ukraine.