Update on untitled land contracts and contracts signed before 1 July
Alert for builders entering domestic building contracts before 1 July 2026 or contracts involving untitled land. Members should review their obligations under these specific contract conditions.
What do builders need to know about contracts on untitled land or signed before 1 July 2026?
Builders need to understand contract rules for untitled land deals and pre-July 2026 agreements to avoid legal and financial risk on domestic projects.
Key takeaways
- Alert applies to domestic building contracts entered into before 1 July 2026.
- Contracts involving untitled land require special attention from builders.
- Members should review their contract obligations to avoid potential legal issues.
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