What Are The Regulations Regarding “Concession” Beach Front Properties?
When buying property located on or very close to Costa Rica’s beaches, you should be aware of the following: In ALL OF COSTA RICA, the first 50 meters from the mean tide mark CANNOT LEGALLY be built on by anybody, anywhere in the country, as it is considered public beach. An estimated 95% of Costa Rican beaches falls under a category known as the Maritime Zone Law, which affects the 150 meters adjoining the first 50 meters of land measured from the median tide line. This 150 meters is subject to the Maritime Zone Law (Concession), (unless the property was registered prior to 1973, in which case it has full title and can be transferred as such and called “titled to the 50 meter line”). Concession property operates as a leasehold agreement with the Costa Rican ICT, and local Municipality and and we strongly urge caution when purchasing this type of property. Many people say that concession properties have never been confiscated, but we advise to seek other property if given an alternativ
