Intendencias Departamentales
The 19 Department Administrations
Uruguay is divided into 19 departamentos, each with an elected Intendencia (municipal administration). They are responsible for local matters such as building permits and municipal taxes.
Local Responsibilities:
Building Permits | Contribución Inmobiliaria | Waste Collection | Street Lighting | Local Regulations | Registro Civil
Building Permits | Contribución Inmobiliaria | Waste Collection | Street Lighting | Local Regulations | Registro Civil
Important for property buyers: The Contribución Inmobiliaria (property tax) is collected by the Intendencia. Before purchase, you should check that all taxes have been paid.