Restrictive Covenants limit how land can be used, benefiting neighbouring properties by maintaining standards like building materials or limiting the number of dwellings. Their aim is to protect neighbouring property values and characteristics but can be restrictive for landowners. In this article we explore how you can apply to either remove or modify a restrictive …
Protection Works Part 7 of the Building Act 1993 (Vic) legislates measures that are to be in place to safeguard adjoining properties from potential damage caused by building works on a neighbouring site. These are known as Protection Works. Responsibilities of Owners Regarding Protection of Adjoining Property 1. Requirement to Carry out Protection Works: …
In the building and construction industry, cash flow for builders and subcontractors is critical for a business’ survival and growth. Security of payment legislation is found in each State and Territory in Australia, with the purpose of protecting businesses by providing strict statutory time frames for payments relating to construction contracts. In Victoria, the applicable …
