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Conflicting Neighbours In A Group Housing Development

You have bought your dream home in a group housing development which was designed in such a way to give each and every house a view of the ocean.

Land Use Rights and the Payment of Engineering Contribution Figures

Property owners who apply for rights to change the use of their property will have to pay these amounts in order to help with the upgrading of engineering services, such as roads, sewers and parks.

What happens when your neighbour builds over the boundary line?

Your new neighbour has extended his property right onto your boundary in clear violation of the relevant town planning legislation. You feel aggrieved, as it affects your privacy and the value of your property. What do you do in this situation?

Ten Facts About Antenuptial Contracts That You Should Know

Your wedding day is coming up, and you have bought the perfect dress or suit, you've chosen the rings, and you've booked the venue. But what about your antenuptial contract?

Muslim marriages: Legal in South Africa

On the 30th of April 2014, Muslim marriages became recognised as legal in the eyes of the South African law. This change has been described as being more than 300 years in the making.

Can Your Neighbours Object to Your Building Plans?

According to the property law in South Africa, proposed building plans must be submitted for approval to the local authority's building department. But can your neighbours object to your building plans?

Making Alterations to Sections in a Sectional Title Scheme

A sectional title is the separate ownership of units or sections within a development or complex.

A sectional unit scheme consists of individual sections and the common property, whereas a sectional title unit consists of a section of a building with an undivided share of common property.

Planning for your future?  Here is what you need to know.

We all get caught up with the high demands of family life and work, so it is easy to forget about taking care of your estate and will.

However, this is arguably the most important thing to take care of while you are still alive. 

Selling Property? What You Need to Know About Property Law

Selling property may not be as easy as many people think.

In fact, if you sell your immovable property without approved plans, this process might turn into a complete nightmare, with you forking out extra money.

Electric Fence Regulations in South Africa

In 2011, amendments were made in the Electric Fence Regulations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act which came into effect in 2012.

But what does this mean to property owners with electric fences?


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