Is It Legal to Rent a Parking Space in Horizontal Property in Colombia?

Having an empty parking space in Bogotá, Medellín, or any major city is literally having idle money. With the number of vehicles on the road and the obvious lack of secure space, renting out that "little square of concrete" seems like the perfect business. But honestly, sometimes the biggest obstacle isn't finding a client, but avoiding a headache with building management or the neighbors.

Quick answer: Yes, in principle it can be legal to rent out your parking space in a horizontal property in Colombia to a third party, even if you do not live in the residential complex. However, you must first confirm that it is a private property in the deed, the bylaws and, if applicable, the property registration certificate, in addition to complying with reasonable rules for entry, security, and coexistence. If you want to see real options right now, you can view apartments and houses on Colombia Move — posting is completely free.

According to Colombia Move signals consulted in July 2026, the housing section recorded 21,003 views. This is a clear indicator of interest in residential spaces, although it does not exclusively represent parking space searches. Below, we explain how to evaluate yours without bypassing Law 675 of 2001.

First: Is your parking space private, a common area for exclusive use, or for visitors?

Before posting an ad or promising the space to a neighbor, you have to check your deeds, the regulations, and, if applicable, the certificate of tradition and freedom. In Colombia, not all parking spaces have the same legal nature, and this determines whether you can charge for it or not.

• Private parking: It is part of their private property. In principle, you can rent or transfer it, but it is advisable to confirm its legal identification and review the access and coexistence rules.
• Common for exclusive use: The space belongs to the co-ownership, but it was assigned for exclusive use. You do not have the same margin as over a private property; check the regulations and the assembly's decisions before offering it separately.
• Visitor parking: It is a common asset intended for temporary use. It should not be treated as a permanent rental option by a resident.

What Law 675 says and why the bylaws cannot invent prohibitions

If you confirmed that your parking space is private, the Law 675 of 2001, which regulates horizontal property, and the Ministry of Housing's interpretation are the starting point. The bylaws must respect mandatory regulations and cannot prohibit the alienation, encumbrance, or transfer of private property under any title.

The Ministry of Housing Concept 005074 of 2009 explains that the regulations cannot violate those rules. That does not eliminate security protocols or automatically resolve every case: the writing, the regulations, and the nature of the space remain decisive. Sources consulted on July 24, 2026.

Can you rent to a person who does not live in the complex?

This is the most common fight in assemblies. If your parking space is a private asset, renting it to an outside third party may be viable. The administration can regulate entry, security, and coexistence, but it should not turn those measures into an arbitrary ban on the use of private property.

Living in a community implies duties. Always check your building coexistence manual and rules to know the registration protocols and confirm what must be reported before granting access.

What the administration can actually demand (and what it shouldn't do)

To keep the peace, it is vital to understand the limits of both parties. Management may establish reasonable protocols for identification, license plates, access, and security, provided they are supported by the bylaws or valid decisions of the co-ownership. The user of the space must also comply with the co-existence manual.

On the other hand, management should not impose parking fees, penalties, or restrictions unilaterally. According to MinJusticia LegalApp and Law 675, those measures need support and due process. If they deny you entry or penalize you, ask in writing for the rule, minutes, or decision they are invoking.

Checklist before publishing your parking space

If you have already decided to rent, follow these practical steps to protect yourself:

1. Verify the legal nature: Confirm in the deed, bylaws, and, if applicable, the property registration certificate (folio de matrícula) whether the space is private, common use exclusively, or for visitors.
2. Review the regulations and minutes: Identify entry protocols, identification, controls, and coexistence rules that you must comply with.
3. Notify in writing: Submit the reasonably requested information to the administration to register the user and their vehicle, and keep the response.
4. If a conflict arises: Request support in writing, use a formal petition (derecho de petición) when applicable, and evaluate a coexistence committee, conciliation, or competent judge if the problem persists.

How to manage the contract, payment and responsibility

I would skip verbal agreements. Although renting a parking space seems simple, a written lease agreement help if the user causes damage or stops paying. Specify the parking space number, monthly fee, duration, authorized license plate, key or remote control handover, entry rules, responsibilities, and termination method.

In Colombia, it is not advisable to claim a maximum national legal rate for renting a residential private parking space. Compare truly similar offers by area, schedule, security, and ease of access, and leave the price and payment method in writing. If your situation has specific tax implications, confirm it with an accountant or the DIAN.

If in addition to the parking lot you are thinking of publish an apartment or room, you can explore the Colombia Move housing section to see how other owners structure their offers.

Frequently asked questions

❓ Is it legal to rent a parking space in horizontal property in Colombia?

Yes, it can be legal if the parking space is a private property. Check the deeds, the bylaws, and, if applicable, the property registration certificate; a common or visitor space has different rules according to Law 675 and official sources consulted on July 24, 2026.

❓ Can I rent my parking space to someone who doesn't live in the gated community?

It can be viable if the space is private. The administration can demand reasonable entry, identification, and security protocols, but it should not turn them into an arbitrary ban on the use of the property.

❓ Can the administration prohibit me from renting out my parking space?

They should not do so arbitrarily if it is a private property. Even so, the nature of the space, the regulations, and the basis for the decision must be reviewed; the answer changes for common areas or areas for exclusive use.

❓ What happens if the parking space is for visitors?

Visitor parking spaces are common areas intended for temporary use. They must not be used as a permanent rental option by a resident, in accordance with Law 675 and MinJusticia LegalApp consulted on July 24, 2026.

❓ How much can I charge to rent my parking space?

It is not advisable to claim a national legal rate for this rental. Compare similar spaces by zone, security, schedule, and access, and agree on the value in writing; confirm any particular tax effect with an accountant or DIAN.

❓ Do I need a written contract?

It is highly recommended. A written contract defines the payment, duration, authorized license plate, entry rules, liability for damages, and termination, which reduces later disputes.

❓ Where can I advertise a parking space or living space?

You can publish it on digital classifieds platforms, social media, or real estate portals. Detail the access conditions, availability, price, and an approximate location without exposing sensitive data of the building.