The Greek Technical Chamber (TEE) has unanimously requested the withdrawal of a legislative proposal currently being discussed in Parliament that seeks to abolish the obligation of submitting a topographical survey during property transfers within urban areas. This move coincides with the ongoing operation of the Cadastre and the ratification of application acts, which aim to secure property transactions legally. The TEE warns that ignoring this requirement could jeopardize the security of legal transactions in real estate and undermine long-standing efforts by the state to digitize spatial territory and create comprehensive geospatial datasets.

TEE President Giorgos Stasinou expressed strong concerns that eliminating the digital submission of topographical surveys, which would be tied to the National Geodetic Reference System, poses a significant risk to the foundation of Greece's efforts towards comprehensive spatial digitization. He stated that without complete geospatial data for the entire territory, the country cannot progress into the future effectively. The proposed measure might not only fail to resolve existing issues but could potentially create even more problems than it aims to address.

The debate over this proposal reflects broader challenges in balancing the necessity for procedural requirements in property transactions against the drive toward modernization and digitization of official processes. Stakeholders in the real estate sector are urged to consider the broader implications of such legislative changes, especially in terms of maintaining a secure and reliable framework for property ownership and transfer in Greece. For many, the integrity of these processes is fundamental to fostering economic growth and ensuring public trust in the real estate market.