What to know
- Confirm the actual cadastral boundary where location is uncertain.
- Check title conditions and servitudes before building near a boundary.
- Put cost-sharing arrangements with neighbours in writing.
- Use professionals for surveying or legal interpretation where the position is disputed.
This guidance is general information. Where legal, tax, structural, compliance or regulated-work consequences may apply, obtain advice from an appropriately qualified professional for your circumstances.
The information in Fabulous Homes Insights is provided for general property education and information. Property, tax, finance, sectional-title, rental, municipal and compliance matters can differ according to individual circumstances, contractual terms, scheme rules, municipal requirements and changes in law. Where necessary, readers should obtain advice from an appropriate attorney, conveyancer, tax practitioner, financial professional, property practitioner, engineer, inspector or other suitably qualified professional.
