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Sherzod Egamberdiev is the founder of the law firm Sher Legal, an attorney with more than 15 years of experience in the legal field. He has worked in various ministries and state agencies and has deep expertise in civil, economic, and administrative law. One of the most media-recognized lawyers in Uzbekistan, winner of the “Lawyer of the Year” and “Blogger of the Year” awards, he actively contributes to improving public legal awareness and developing legal culture in the country. Sherzod specializes in comprehensive support of businesses, resolution of litigation and corporate disputes, as well as structuring major transactions in real estate, construction, investment, and digital technologies. His systematic approach, strategic thinking, and attention to detail enable Sher Legal’s clients to receive not only legal protection but also sustainable solutions for business development.
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Yunus Ernazarov is the Managing Partner of the law firm Sher Legal, an attorney with more than 8 years of legal practice. He has worked in state and private organizations, where he gained practical experience in civil, economic, and administrative law. He is also a mediator and a specialist in public-private partnership (PPP), and has knowledge in compliance and corporate governance. Yunus leads the civil-economic practice of Sher Legal, developing the firm and providing clients with strategic legal protection and business support.
Yunus Ernazarov
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Osman Latipov is the Managing Partner of the law firm Sher Legal, an attorney with more than 10 years of experience in the field of criminal law. For more than 7 years, he worked in the internal affairs bodies, the prosecutor’s office, and other law enforcement agencies, holding positions of investigator and senior investigator. For more than 2 years, he has been successfully practicing as an attorney, specializing in criminal defense and minimizing criminal-law risks for businesses and individuals. His extensive experience in investigative agencies enables him to deeply understand the logic of criminal proceedings and effectively defend clients’ interests at all its stages.
Osman Latipov
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IntroductionShared construction remains a key mechanism for financing residential real estate in Uzbekistan. It enables individuals and businesses to invest in development projects. At the same time, it involves certain risks, making legal regulation critically important.Legal FrameworkThe regulatory framework is based on presidential resolutions and ongoing reforms aimed at increasing transparency and protecting investors.These rules impose strict requirements on developers and ensure proper project implementation.Developer LiabilityDevelopers are treated as professional market participants and bear increased responsibility.They may attract funds only if they:hold rights to the land plot; obtain all required permits; comply with established procedures. Violations may lead to civil, administrative, or even criminal liability.Developers must also:use funds for their intended purpose; complete construction on time; deliver compliant properties. Investor ResponsibilitiesInvestors (participants) bear contractual obligations, including timely payments and acceptance of completed property.Failure to comply may result in penalties or contract termination.Strengthened State ControlThe government has introduced stricter oversight measures, including:mandatory contract registration; digital monitoring systems; bank supervision of financial flows. These steps reduce risks and improve market transparency.ConclusionThe current regulatory model ensures a balance between private and public interests. It strengthens investor protection while maintaining market stability.Sher Legal Professional Support — Legal guidance is essential for safe participation in shared construction. Our experts are ready to protect your interests and ensure the reliability of your investments.
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Construction Permits in Uzbekistan: Key Legal Risks for Investors and Developers.Introduction. The construction sector in Uzbekistan has been expanding rapidly in recent years. Large residential and commercial development projects are increasing, attracting both local and foreign investors. At the same time, legal risks in development projects are also growing. In practice, many problems arise not at the operational stage but at the very beginning of construction — when the required construction permit is missing. Many investors treat permitting procedures as a technical formality. In reality, a construction permit is a fundamental legal basis for the creation of a lawful real estate asset.Construction permit as a legal foundation of the project.A construction permit is not merely an administrative formality. It legally authorizes the creation of a new real estate object and confirms that construction activities comply with applicable regulations. If construction begins without a valid permit, the building may be recognized as an unauthorized structure. This may lead to serious consequences, including:inability to register ownership rights;refusal to connect the building to engineering and utility networks;inability to sell, mortgage, or finance the property;risk of construction suspension;possible demolition orders;administrative penalties and fines.Even a fully completed building without a permit may legally be treated as a non-existent asset.Authorities responsible for issuing construction permitsIn Uzbekistan, construction permits are issued by state architectural and construction supervision authorities. Their powers are distributed as follows:Regional architectural and construction inspection bodies. They supervise most civil and commercial construction projects in the regions and in the city of Tashkent.Republic-level supervisory authorities. They oversee major infrastructure projects, interregional developments, and technologically complex construction facilities. Certain types of construction activities also require contractors to hold specific licenses.However, it is important to distinguish between two different legal regimes:a construction permit for the project;a construction license for the contractor.A contractor’s license does not replace the requirement to obtain a construction permit.Key legal risks in construction projectsRisk of unauthorized construction. Starting construction without approved project documentation and a valid permit creates legal defects in the future property title.Risk of refusal to commission the building. Even if construction is completed, authorities may refuse to commission the building if the permitting procedures were not followed.Investment risks. Banks, funds, and international partners usually conduct legal due diligence before financing a project. The absence of proper permits is often a decisive reason for refusing financing.Corporate risks for developers. Violations of urban planning regulations may lead to disputes between developers, investors, and property buyers.Land-law risks. Construction that does not correspond to the designated purpose of the land plot may lead to termination of land use rights.Documents ensuring legal stability of the project. Legal stability of a construction project is formed before construction begins. The essential documentation package usually includes:approved project documentation;positive state expertise conclusion;environmental approval (if required);land title documents;licenses of involved contractors;approved architectural planning solutions.The absence of any of these elements may later lead to administrative issues, litigation, or project suspension.The construction market in Uzbekistan continues to develop dynamically. In these conditions, compliance with permitting procedures becomes a critical factor for the stability of development projects.A construction permit is not simply an administrative requirement — it is a key instrument for protecting investments and ensuring legal certainty.
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