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Waterfront guide

Waterfront Property Disclosure and Local Law 17

A homeowner friendly overview of disclosure considerations when selling.

A homeowner friendly overview of disclosure considerations when selling.

Why Local Law 17 matters

It deals with maintenance responsibility for prescribed works in waterway areas, including certain walls, jetties and pontoons.

Contract information

The City publishes guidance about contract disclosure obligations for relevant lots.

Get legal advice

The website provides general information only. Sellers and buyers should obtain advice from their solicitor about the individual contract and property.

Prepare records

Approvals, notices, repairs and inspection documents can help the parties understand the asset history.

Important: This guide is general information only. Waterfront structures and approval requirements must be assessed for the individual property.

When to arrange a site assessment

Arrange an inspection when visible conditions are changing, safety is uncertain, a purchase or sale is approaching, or you need a reliable project scope and budget.

Turn the guide into a site specific plan

Request an inspection and practical next steps for the property.

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