VIC Should I buy property have easement on the side

Discussion in 'Property Analysis' started by minsuzu, 27th Feb, 2022.

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  1. minsuzu

    minsuzu Member

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    I am looking to purchase the property in Springvale to develop townhouse in the future.
    https://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-springvale-138476555

    However, looking like there is a easement running along the right side of the land.
    https://ibb.co/KXBf0Qw

    Do you think this is an OK buy that or you guy would avoid get into this type of land ?
    Can you build a shared driveway on top on the easement ?
    I have to admit that I am very new to development
     
  2. oolasagne

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    Hi minsuzu :) some thoughts…
    • Check the title/title plan in the section 32 to review easement details (& any other instruments on title which might affect development potential)
    • Depends on type of easement. Typically can’t build over utility-related easements which are there to allow the party of interest access to the land should they need
    • The image added shows the property to the north has developed over the ‘easement’ though which could mean it’s not an issue
    • Current driveway crossover is on opposite side to easement on the map. Why change it?
    • Council’s planning dept. should be able to give you further guidance/highlight any issues over the phone
    • Side note: interesting location on the boundary of the Springvale Activity Centre. Looks like land opposite is intended to be kept as industrial with future building heights up to 4 storeys. :rolleyes:
     
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