Negozio (Shop/Storefront)

A commercial space used for retail or business open to the public. Negozio units are typically at street level in towns, with one or more display windows. Cadastral category is usually C/1 (shops and stores). When purchasing a negozio, factors to consider include zoning (it should be permitted for commercial use), any existing lease (often the space might be rented to a business tenant), and commercial rights like goodwill. Leases for negozi are governed by commercial lease law (usually 6+6 years and tenant’s renewal and indemnity rights). Negozio properties are often valued by rentable value and foot traffic location (e.g., zona commerciale). If converting a negozio into residential use, one must apply for a change of use permit and possibly pay oneri (it’s not always allowed, depending on the urban plan). Conversely, turning a ground-floor residential space into a negozio requires ensuring frontage and compliance with health/safety for businesses.