Property law Frequently Asked Questions

Conveyancing is the official legal process of transferring property ownership from a seller to a buyer. Under Irish property law, this involves drafting and signing contracts, examining title deeds, checking for planning permission compliance, and ensuring that no outstanding debts or charges exist against the land.

A qualified solicitor manages these steps to ensure you receive clear, undisputed legal title to your new home or commercial premises.

On average, residential property transactions take between 8 to 12 weeks from the moment a sale is agreed (and booking deposit is paid) to the day you receive the keys.

However, timelines can vary significantly based on mortgage approval speeds, the complexity of the title deeds, structural survey discoveries, or whether the sale is part of a larger property chain.

When budgeting for a property purchase, you must account for several costs beyond the purchase price:

• Stamp Duty: Generally 1% of the property value up to €1 million.
• Solicitor Fees: Can be a flat fee or a percentage of the property value.
• Land Registry Fees: Official fees to register your ownership and mortgage.
• Search Fees: Costs to verify bankruptcy, planning details, and local charges.

Boundary disputes are typically resolved by examining the Land Registry compliant maps, historic title deeds, and physically surveying the property. We often collaborate with professional land surveyors to establish the exact physical boundary lines.

If mediation fails, a property law specialist can represent your interests in the Circuit Court to secure a formal declaration of boundary lines or resolve easements/rights of way disputes.