Private Construction Law

KMA LAW advises building owners, property developers, construction companies and buyers and sellers of real estate in private construction law and represents their interests both out of court and in court.

Reviewing and drafting construction contracts

Contract terms determine the scope of work, payment, changes and allocation of risk before construction begins. We review construction contracts and specifications, explain the parties’ obligations and identify issues to clarify before signing. Our advice considers the interests of property owners, purchasers and businesses.

Building defects and warranty rights

Cracks, damp, inadequate waterproofing and deviations from agreed work may give rise to significant costs. We assess contractual remedies and the conditions and deadlines that apply. These can include rectification, price reduction and damages. We also examine possible defences to disputed defect claims.

Acceptance, deadlines and evidence

Acceptance of construction work can have important legal consequences. We review acceptance records, notices of defects and deadlines, including whether rights were properly reserved. Where technical causes are contested, we assess ways to preserve evidence, including independent judicial evidence proceedings where appropriate. Technical questions may require expert assessment.

Developer agreements and newly built property

Purchasing a newly built property can involve both sale and construction law. We review provisions on specifications, completion, acceptance and liability for defects, together with potential claims relating to delays or deviations. When an apartment is purchased, condominium ownership law may also be relevant.

Variations, payment and construction delays

Additional work, changes, delays and disputes about interim or final invoices frequently arise during projects. We review the contractual basis of variation and payment claims and possible objections, keeping the commercial impact of delays and disputes in view.