Buyer warning: Community assessments, protected façades, occupation, layout changes and building works can alter the cost and usability of an apartment.
Essential legal checks
Registry title, exact property and annexes.
Physical layout against authorised descriptions.
Community statutes, accounts, minutes and seller debts.
Approved or expected extraordinary assessments.
Lift, façade, roof, accessibility and structural projects.
Tenancy, occupation and vacant possession.
Licences for alterations and enclosed areas.
Permitted residential or professional use.
Community assessments
Major buildings can face expensive façade, lift, roof or accessibility projects. Review resolutions, budgets and allocation of costs.
Occupation and leases
Establish who occupies the property and ensure the contract delivers the possession the buyer requires.
Renovation potential
Confirm community, heritage and municipal constraints before relying on alteration plans.
Frequently asked questions
Can I renovate immediately?
Not necessarily. Works may require community approval, municipal permission and technical documentation.
Can an apartment be sold with a tenant?
Yes, but tenancy rights and buyer objectives require specialist review.
Who clears community debts?
The debt position and payment allocation should be documented before completion.
Buying property?
Have the title, risks and contract reviewed independently before paying a deposit.
