Real estate law

Legal processes relating to ownership of immovable property, leases and land-register transactions.

General scope

Real estate law covers the land register, ownership, limited rights in rem, leases and disputes arising from use of property. Block and parcel details and current and historical records form the basis of examination.

Contracts, delivery, payment and notice documents become relevant according to the dispute. Land-register transactions, planning status and actual use are separate but related matters.

Main topics

  • Land-register records and registration
  • Lease relationships
  • Dissolution of co-ownership
  • Prevention of interference and use disputes
  • Real estate contracts

Points for initial assessment

Match the records

Verify land-register details, block and parcel numbers and party identities.

Review the contractual chain

Examine the contract, annexes, payment and delivery records together.

Distinguish planning matters

Check ownership records and development and planning status using separate sources.

Official starting resources