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PS 853

Para enmendar los artículos 11, 236, 237, 238, 280 de la Ley 210-2015, según enmendada, conocida como la “Ley de Registro de la Propiedad Inmobiliaria del Estado Libre Asociado de Puerto Rico”, a los fines de facilitar el tráfico jurídico y minimizar los costos de las transacciones jurídicas a la ciudadanía; actualizar los requisitos del registrador de la propiedad; y para otros fines relacionados.

2025-2028 Session

PS 853 amends five articles of the Property Registry Law to streamline real estate transfers and reduce transaction costs for Puerto Rico citizens, modernizing the Registrar.

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Bill Summary · PS 853

Summary of Bill PS 853

Overview

  • Bill number: PS 853
  • Title (translated): To amend Articles 11, 236, 237, 238, and 280 of Law 210-2015, as amended, known as the “Property Registry Law of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico,” to facilitate legal transactions and reduce the costs of juridical transactions for the citizenry; to update the requirements for the Property Registrar; and for other related purposes.
  • Intent: The bill aims to streamline the property registration framework, lower transaction costs for citizens, and modernize or update the requirements and operations of the Property Registrar.
  • Status: Referred to Committee(s) for review.
  • Introduced: November 10, 2025

Legislative Actions to Date

  • 2025-11-10: Radical (filed/presented) in the legislature.
  • 2025-11-12: Appears in First Reading in the Senate.
  • 2025-11-12: Referred to Committee(s)

What the Bill Would Change (Key Provisions)

  • The bill proposes amendments to five specific Articles of Law 210-2015:
    • Articles 11, 236, 237, 238, and 280.
  • General objectives stated in the bill’s title and description:
    • Facilitate the “tráfico jurídico” (the legal transfer and handling of property-related transactions).
    • Minimize or reduce the costs associated with property-related and other juridical transactions for Puerto Rico citizens.
    • Update or modernize the requirements and functions related to the Property Registrar.
    • Address related provisions to ensure coherence with the overarching Property Registry framework.
  • Note: The exact textual changes (specific language, new procedures, fee adjustments, timelines, eligibility criteria, or digital/registering enhancements) are not provided in the summary available. The precise amendments would be detailed in the bill’s text and accompanying fiscal/impact analyses.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Property owners and buyers engaged in real estate transactions (sales, transfers, registrations).
  • Sellers and real estate professionals who interact with the Property Registry in processing transfers, liens, or other encumbrances.
  • The Property Registrar’s office and staff, whose requirements and operations are targeted for updates.
  • Public and private sector entities that rely on accurate and efficient property records for planning, taxation, financing, and due diligence.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Current stage: Early-stage in the legislative process; referred to Committee(s) for study and possible amendments.
  • Next steps:
    • Committee hearings and work sessions to assess the bill’s provisions, fiscal impact, and implementation details.
    • Potential amendments by committee or floor of the chamber before a full vote.
    • If advanced, passage by one or both legislative chambers and potential signature into law by the relevant executive authority.

Potential Impacts (High-Level)

  • Potential reduction in the time and cost associated with property transactions.
  • Modernization of registrar processes and eligibility requirements.
  • Improved clarity and reliability of property records, which can support financing, due diligence, and public trust in the registry system.
  • Administrative and fiscal implications for the Property Registrar and related agencies.

Notes for Readers

  • The exact changes to Articles 11, 236, 237, 238, and 280 will be clarified once the full text of PS 853 is available. Interested stakeholders should monitor committee agendas and seek the bill’s text and fiscal analyses to assess precise impacts and implementation requirements.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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