Heritage diagnosis
Before you design anything, know where you stand.
- Which catalogues and authorities apply
- What kind of work is likely allowed
- Permit route and realistic timeline
- Written bilingual report
Heritage Property Advisory · Mexico City
Know what you can do with a heritage home before you buy it.
Many of the most beautiful buildings in Roma, Condesa and Juárez are officially catalogued. We tell you which authorities are involved, what is likely allowed, and guide your remodel from first question to final approval, in English.
The challenge
One building, up to three authorities.
Depending on the property, a remodel may need approval from more than one institution. Each has its own requirements, and works that start without the right approvals can be suspended, even when the owner believed everything was in order.
INBAL
National Institute of Fine Arts
Buildings with artistic value, typically from the late 19th and 20th centuries.
SEDUVI
Urban Development Ministry
Urban heritage and Heritage Conservation Areas across the city.
INAH
National Institute of Anthropology and History
Historic monuments, such as many buildings in the Historic Centre.
5,738buildings catalogued only by INBAL
3,430buildings catalogued only by SEDUVI
1,226buildings catalogued only by INAH
Source: PAOT, "Patrimonio Cultural de la CDMX" platform (2020). Buildings catalogued by more than one authority are counted separately.
Services
Clear answers at every stage.
Pre-purchase due diligence
Find out if the home you have in mind is the home you can actually build.
- Full heritage diagnosis
- Review of your intended project
- What is feasible, what is not, and why
- Impact on time and budget
Full guidance
We handle the regulatory route so you and your architect can focus on the project.
- File preparation with your architect
- Coordination of technical experts
- Follow-up on every observation
- Updates in English at each stage
How it works
Four steps, fixed fees, no surprises.
Free call
Twenty minutes to understand your property and what you want to do.
Diagnosis
We research the property and deliver a written report within days.
Route and proposal
A clear plan by stages, each with a fixed fee agreed upfront.
Guidance to resolution
We prepare, file and follow up, and keep you informed throughout.
How we work
We don't sell shortcuts. We prevent mistakes.
Fixed feesQuoted by stage, before any work begins.
Written reportsEvery decision documented, in English and Spanish.
Honest expectationsApprovals are decided by the authorities. We never promise them.
Respect for heritageThese buildings are part of the city. We help you care for them.
For professionals
Work with us.
We focus on one thing: the regulatory route for catalogued buildings in Mexico City. That makes us a useful partner.
Real estate agents
Help your buyers decide with confidence and close faster. We pay a referral fee on every client you send us.
Notaries
Offer foreign buyers an added layer of protection before they sign.
Architects and designers
You design. We prepare the file, handle follow-up and talk to the client in English.
FAQ
Common questions.
How do I know if my property is catalogued?
That is the first thing our diagnosis answers. We check the records of each authority and tell you which ones apply and what that means for your project.
My architect can handle the permits. Why do I need you?
We work alongside architects all the time. They design; we focus on the regulatory route, coordination between authorities and follow-up. Many architects prefer to delegate that part.
Can you guarantee the approval?
No, and you should be wary of anyone who does. Approvals are decided by the authorities. What we guarantee is a complete, well-prepared file and clear information at every step.
How long does it take?
It depends on the property and the type of work. The diagnosis gives you a realistic timeline for your specific case.
Why pay for a diagnosis?
Because it costs a fraction of a mistake. A suspended work, a redesign or a property that cannot be remodeled the way you planned costs far more, in money and in time.
Contact
Tell us about your property.
Share a few details and we'll set up a free 20-minute call to tell you what the first step should be.
Or write to us directly: hola@restoramx.com