Property law: Frequently Asked Questions

On average, residential property transactions take between 8 to 12 weeks from the time the sale is agreed to the final closing date. However, this can be delayed by outstanding planning issues, delayed mortgage approvals, or complex title tracing.

At Apex Property Law, we actively streamline this process by performing early title audits to catch and address potential bottlenecks immediately.

Boundary disputes are typically resolved by examining the Property Registration Authority (PRA) maps, historical deeds, and physical evidence on the ground. If maps are ambiguous, a land surveyor is engaged to establish precise coordinates.

We always advise mediation first to preserve neighborly relations and avoid expensive court litigation. If a settlement cannot be reached, we represent clients in the Land Registry or Circuit Court to secure their property limits.

Commercial tenants must carefully evaluate rent review clauses (e.g., market value reviews), repair obligations (Full Repairing and Insuring leases), break options, and the right to assign or sublet the property.

Never sign a commercial lease without a professional legal review. Unfavorable terms can bind your business to severe financial liabilities for years.

Freehold means you own the property and the land it stands on outright. Leasehold means you own the property for a set number of years (under a lease agreement) but not the ground itself.

Leasehold properties often carry ground rent and are subject to specific covenants. Our property law specialists can help you convert leasehold titles to freehold where legally viable under Irish legislation.