We have been closely tracking the evolution of the HomeBuilder Grant (see here and there and here). We are pleased to share that the Federal Government has now announced an extension of 12 months to the deadline for construction to commence, giving applicants 18 months from the date of the contract to commence works. The […]
Once again, the Government has breathed new life into the HomeBuilder scheme, this time with an extension. See a summary of the need to knows below to be read with our first two HomeBuilder updates. Not sure where to start? Our first blog on the Scheme is here and the first round of updates are […]
In response to the impact of COVID-19, measures for tenants in relation to leasing were implemented under the Mandatory Code of Conduct – SME Commercial Leasing Principles During COVID-19. The Code of Conduct applied to some leases covered by the Leases (Commercial and Retail) Act 2001 (ACT), preventing Landowners from taking action against Tenants for […]
The HomeBuilder scheme has been updated with additional information published on 13 August 2020. This article provides a summary of the updated information and a complete overview of the scheme as it now stands. What are the HomeBuilder updates? As promised, the HomeBuilder scheme is now available for off-the-plan purchases. The ACT Revenue Office is […]
The ACT Government announced a recovery package for the construction sector to boost activity after the impact of COVID-19. It aims to encourage projects that are able to progress to commence construction by 31 March 2021. There is a Lease Variation Charge Remission Package available that reduces the Lease Variation Charge by up to 50%, […]
The newly announced HomeBuilder scheme aims to boost activity in the construction market in response to the covid-19 crisis. The scheme provides a cash grant of $25,000 to eligible home owner-occupiers, including first home buyers, towards renovating their properties or building a new home. HomeBuilder is available: 👉🏻 for Contracts signed between 4 June 2020 […]
The future is now! From 1 July 2019, we implemented electronic contracting for all clients who requested it. On 1 June 2020, ACT legislation commenced that implemented the Electronic Conveyancing National Law and allowed for digitisation of the Land Titles Register. Canberrans will soon be able to experience the delightful convenience of electronic settlements in […]
Alongside the existing e-contracts and e-signing, there have been legislative responses to COVID-19 social distancing that have allowed e-witnessing. For the duration of the pandemic (as declared by the government in the relevant jurisdiction), a document that is required to be witnessed under NSW and ACT law may temporarily be witnessed remotely, by a system […]
The ACT Government has passed legislation implementing the National Cabinet’s Mandatory Code of Conduct: SME Commercial Leasing Principles during COVID-19 and making the application of those principles compulsory for landowners and tenants covered by the Leases (Commercial and Retail) Act 2001 (ACT). The application of the Code of Conduct affords certain protections to tenants who […]
e-Contracts and e-Signing have long been recognised as giving rise to binding legal obligations in a variety of contexts. An electronic contract solution an be deployed in the current environment to keep your business running, ensuring your agreements are documented while still being able to hold distance. With the right advice, you could implement a […]
