First of all,assuming the the period when you were considered as an infant as below 18 you would have been permitted for residencek through the "joint permission of residence"

However, as an independent person being older than 18 you should apply for residence and work permissions to the ministry of interior and labour.

You said that you have permanently renewed your visa so as to stay, is that mean that you were not recognized for residence?have you ever applied for it?Anyway if you think you have the requirements then look for it.