Asia: Real Estate and Construction

New South Wales has passed comprehensive building legislation that consolidates existing approval and practitioner frameworks while introducing groundbreaking provisions for prefabricated and modular construction. The Building (Approvals and Practitioners) Bill 2026 awaits Governor assent, with its practical implications dependent on forthcoming regulations that will determine operational details and affected parties.

A NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal decision clarifies that lot owners who renovate common property under a special by-law may assume long-term maintenance and repair obligations for those alterations. The ruling examines when owners corporations can resist repair claims and what evidence is required to establish statutory warranty breaches in strata renovation disputes.

The Karnataka Government's recent decision to introduce a 100-day One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for the conversion of B-Khata properties into A-Khata marks one of the most significant real estate reforms in recent years. Under the scheme, eligible property owners can obtain an A-Khata by payment of 2% of the property's guidance value, subject to the applicable eligibility criteria presc-ribed under the scheme.

Agreements for Lease (AFLs) are critical instruments in the delivery of purpose-built facilities, particularly in retail and commercial developments where tenant requirements shape the design and construction process. Unlike standard leasing arrangements, AFLs sit at the intersection of development risk, construction delivery and leasing outcomes.

The Kerala High Court examines a critical legal question in landlord-tenant law: whether a property owner can be prosecuted for criminal trespass when entering premises they legally own but have leased to a tenant. This case explores the fundamental distinction between ownership rights and possessory rights, clarifying when a landlord's entry into their own property crosses legal boundaries.

Understanding the critical components of a commercial lease agreement is essential for businesses entering into property rental arrangements. What are the key legal elements that protect both landlords and tenants, and how do lease terms, rent structures, maintenance obligations, and termination clauses shape the business relationship? This comprehensive guide examines the fundamental aspects every business must evaluate before signing a commercial lease.

Bankruptcy trustees play a crucial statutory role in managing insolvency cases, but their function extends beyond enforcement to collaborative assistance. Through a detailed case study, this article examines how an individual's reluctance to cooperate with trustees transformed a manageable $44,800 debt into a protracted three-year bankruptcy that ultimately cost him everything, including opportunities for annulment.

A New South Wales Court of Appeal decision examines whether an unpainted speed hump in a carpark constitutes an obvious risk when all other tripping hazards were marked with yellow paint. The case explores the duty to warn under section 5H of the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW) and establishes important principles for occupiers regarding consistency in hazard marking.

Property transactions in Mumbai involve strict legal and procedural requirements. Whether ownership changes through sale, gift, inheritance or family settlement...

Selling property with tenants in place requires careful navigation of vacant possession requirements, termination notice periods, and GST implications. Understanding the legal framework for residential and commercial tenancies, including minimum notice periods under NSW legislation and lease registration requirements, DUPE

Defective land titles in India create significant challenges for property buyers, often making ownership far more complicated than official documentation suggests. Understanding the complexities of property due diligence becomes essential when navigating India's intricate land ownership system and protecting yourself from potential legal disputes.

The Bombay High Court recently delivered a significant judgment in Flagship Infrastructure Limited addressing the applicability of Maharashtra Ownership of Flats Act (MOFA) provisions to deemed conveyance proceedings in township projects. This ruling examines whether traditional flat ownership regulations extend to large-scale residential developments and what implications this holds for property rights in integrated townships.