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Converting your Cross Lease Title
Cross leases were originally developed in the 1960s as a way of getting around restrictive subdivision requirements and saved developers in cost and time. They have however been labelled New Zealand’s “greatest conveyancing issue”.
Auckland's New Three-Story Three Building Housing Rules
Aimed at addressing the New Zealand-wide lack of affordable houses, it requires certain councils (including Auckland) to incorporate new medium-density residential standards into their unitary plans.
Delays with off-plan properties and cancellation of agreements
When trying to cancel a contract, parties often rely on two clauses in off-plan agreements: a sunset date clause or a force majeure clause.
Legal advice is essential before entering into a Building Contract
We are coming across more and more issues with the construction or build of a property and clients who have not received legal advice prior to entering into their contract. In this article we touch on some of these issues.
Thinking of Subdividing – beware of land covenants!
Recent planning legislation changes have seen many local councils define various areas of land that are now zoned for more intensive housing.
A Whole New World For Landlords (And Tenants)
On 11 February 2021, the most significant changes to Residential Tenancies Act 1986 (“Act”) came into force. These are on top of the changes which took effect from 12 August 2020 and further changes will take effect from 11 August 2021.
Thinking of buying a section? Look before you leap!
Here are some points for you to think about or investigate further when you are considering buying that section.
Can I buy a house during the lockdown?
Yes it is still possible to start the process for buying a house during a lockdown and even in some cases complete settlement. Here are the things you can do:
Property Settlements During State Of Emergency
Settlements that do not involve movement of people are still continuing under the following conditions
2019 ADLS Agreement Changes for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate
Buying or selling a house? Beware of changes to the ADLS agreement for sale and purchase of real estate
New Healthy Homes Standards - What You Need to Know
We’ve all seen the stories in the news recently about the new insulation requirements for rental properties. But how did these requirements come about and what else does a landlord have to do?
Buying a property? Why you should seek legal advice first!
Remember, when you enter into an agreement to buy or sell property – you are legally binding from the time it is signed by both parties. If you are the purchaser, you must make honest and reasonable attempts to satisfy the contract conditions.
Applying for Overseas Investment Consent to purchase a residential home in New Zealand
This article aims to give some guidance on who is eligible to apply for overseas investment consent and also some practical legal guidance on application procedures, timeframes and costs involved.
Building or Renovating? Know Your Rights Under the Building Act 2004
If you are about to embark on a building project, you will be reassured to hear that the Building Act contains consumer protection measures for residential building work.