Establish ownership and title history
Ask an independent property lawyer to examine the chain of title, current ownership, encumbrances, litigation, acquisition risks and the authority of every person signing. Names, survey numbers, extents and boundaries should remain consistent across the documents.
Confirm land use and development approval
Verify that the intended residential use and layout have the approvals required for that location. Review the approved plan, release conditions if applicable, roads, open spaces, civic amenity areas and any restrictions affecting construction.
Match the legal plot to the ground
Visit with the survey information available. Confirm approach access, corner points, dimensions, level differences, drains, utility corridors, neighbouring uses and potential encroachments. A professional survey can resolve uncertainty before registration.
Understand infrastructure and handover
Ask who will deliver and maintain roads, drains, water, sewage, power and common landscaping, and at what stage. Separate infrastructure that is already operational from work that is proposed. Document completion and maintenance commitments.
Review the agreement and future buildability
Understand the payment schedule, possession or handover conditions, cancellation terms, association obligations and transfer restrictions. Before purchase, consult qualified professionals about setbacks, access, coverage and other controls relevant to the home you may eventually build.
This article provides general information and is not a substitute for project-specific legal, financial, architectural or engineering advice.