The judgment ruling in summary proceedings

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

The judgment, ruling in summary proceedings, which has sovereign power to set the amount of an interim payment provided it is not alleged that it exceeds the cost of remedying the defects, may also decide that the cost shall be borne in part by one of the co-responsible parties.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for appeals
• Keep all supporting documents (deeds, title documents, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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