In the wake of the Supreme Administrative Court's decisions and the changes introduced by law 5197/2025, the landscape around the application of building bonuses in Greece is becoming clearer. The Secretary General for Spatial Planning and Urban Environment, Efthymios Bakoyannis, provided guidance through a roadmap sent to municipal building authorities regarding the new allowances for building height and internal terraces (lofts). This reflects an effort to address the questions and concerns raised by construction services and professional organizations regarding the new building regulations.

Particularly, the focus lies on the height increases permitted under paragraph 8 of Article 15 of the New Building Regulation (NOK). The Secretary General emphasizes what changes are being made, what restrictions are now in place, and what incentives within the framework of the new building regulations remain active. This is critical for professionals in the construction field as it defines new operational boundaries and opportunities in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

As the new regulations come into effect, stakeholders in the building industry are urged to familiarize themselves with these updates to leverage potential benefits while ensuring compliance with legal stipulations. The clarification on the application of building bonuses is significant not only for developers but also impacts broader urban planning and development strategies across Greece.