Living in Altamira

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This section provides information on the Las Ramblas-Altamira community, it’s rules and regulations, procedures to be followed when you want to make changes to your property and contact details for utility, internet and satellite TV providers

Building Works – Procedures to be followed

For all exterior alterations or modifications, a building permit from the community is needed. Spanish law provides…

Rules and regulations

To maintain the residential area in perfect condition and to ensure all residents enjoy the use of…

Altamira description within Las Ramblas

The community of Las Ramblas – Altamira is located within Las Ramblas Golf, surrounded by the tranquil…

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Fire prevention Plan
Due to its location within a forest interface zone, our development is subject to mandatory fire-risk regulations under Valencian and municipal legislation. This obliges us to hold a current, city-approved Self-Protection Plan against Forest Fires (Plan de Autoprotección frente al Riesgo de Incendios Forestales). The Altamira community, working jointly with…
Introduction to the Altamira Fire Prevention Plan
The fire prevention plan has been submitted to the Orihuela Town Council for approval. The current plan states that we need to reduce the density and the height of shrubs and trees in certain areas. These measures will inevitably have some impact on the visual appearance and character of our…
Preventing plants and trees from invading water and drainage pipes
Plants and Trees to Avoid in South-East Spain In the Mediterranean climate of South-East Spain (regions like Alicante, Murcia, and Almería), certain plants and trees have aggressive, invasive root systems that actively seek out moisture and nutrients. These can penetrate cracks in drainage pipes, sewer lines, or water mains, leading…
Short-term Rentals of fewer than 10 days are no longer permitted in Altamira,
Dear Owners, At the last Annual General Meeting, it was agreed that short-term rentals of fewer than 10 days are no longer permitted in Altamira, and no new licenses will be issued. A small number of properties hold older licenses that remain valid. These are: 36, 78, 79, 237,…
Private Cameras
Under Spanish law, private cameras installed in individual homes or properties cannot be deliberately pointed at public areas such as streets, sidewalks, or neighbouring properties. They may only record activity within the owner's private property (including garden, driveway, individual garage, entrance, etc.).
Correct postal address for your property
Dear Owners, Please be informed – as per the map below – the correct postal address for your property is as follows: Avenida Las Ramblas de Oleza + street number (the number in black on the map that is closest to your house), Casa + house number (the number of…