Real estate law regulates the legal aspects of immovable property, for owners, buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants alike. Whether it concerns a commercial lease agreement, the purchase of a business property, a HOA dispute or a construction project, real estate law determines your rights and obligations.
As a lawyer for entrepreneurs in Amsterdam, we guide entrepreneurs through a wide range of real estate law issues. Commercial rental law has an important distinction: 290 business premises (shops and hospitality) with far-reaching tenant protection and a minimum term of 5+5 years, and 230a business premises (offices) with more contractual freedom. The regime determines your position as tenant or landlord, especially on termination and rent price.
When buying and selling real estate, a well-drafted purchase agreement is essential. Due diligence reveals hidden defects and legal risks, and the right warranties and indemnities in the agreement protect you if problems arise later. Hidden defects that were not known at purchase can lead to damages claims.
HOA law regulates the rights and obligations of apartment owners and the Homeowners' Association. HOA resolutions can be challenged, and disputes about maintenance, the reserve fund and cost allocation are common. For major maintenance, the multi-year maintenance plan plays a central role.
In construction law, the legal relationship between the client, the contractor and subcontractors is key. A good building contract regulates the work, the price, the construction period and liability for defects. Disputes about additional work, incomplete work or defects are common.
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