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Puerto Viejo, Caribbean Coast
The Caribbean coast of Costa Rica is full of stunning properties near the ocean—many of them look like great investments. But today, you cannot legally buy or build on most beachfront land. Why?
Because these properties are located in what’s called the Maritimo Zone—a strip of land 200 meters from the high-tide line, where special regulations apply.
The Maritimo Zone is divided into two parts:
In theory, yes. Concessions can be transferred or granted by the municipality.
**But since 2020—and still in 2025—**no new concessions are being issued or transferred in the Talamanca region.
Why? Because the area currently lacks an approved zoning plan (Plan Regulador), and without it, sales and construction are frozen.
No. Local authorities are actively working on new zoning plans. Once approved, it will become possible to legally buy, build, and invest in Maritimo Zone properties.
We do not sell any properties in the Maritimo Zone unless they are fully legal and titled.
We work only with verified, titled properties for sale, so your investment is protected.
Our in-house legal team carefully reviews every listing and monitors government updates to ensure that your purchase is safe, transparent, and 100% legal.
Contact us—we’ll keep you informed.
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