Tontti
Tontti is a Finnish term for a defined parcel of land intended for construction, typically separated from streets and other public areas. It is the basic unit for building projects and is usually bounded by surveyed property lines. A tontti can be owned by an individual, a company, or a municipality, and it may be used for residential, commercial, or other purposes according to local planning rules.
Creation and planning of tontit are governed by land-use planning processes. In Finland, the use and boundaries
Ownership and acquisition of tontit are primarily through purchase or sale, either from the municipality, a
Building rights and permits are tightly regulated. To construct on a tontti, a building permit (rakennuslupa)
Subdivision and restrictions can apply to a tontti. A larger parcel can be divided (lohkominen) into multiple