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Construction Law

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Introduction

Construction law in Croatia includes a broad spectrum of legal regulations governing various aspects of construction, from construction contracts to the protection of investors and contractors. Our law firm provides comprehensive legal services related to construction projects, including legal support in contract drafting, dispute resolution, and the protection of your rights as an investor, contractor, or property owner. With our expertise in construction law, we ensure that your projects are legally secure and successfully completed.

Construction Contract in Croatia

Construction Supervision

Construction Handover

Construction quality

Turnkey construction

Neighbor rights

Environmental law

Building regulations

Contractor rights and obligations

Defect claims

Security Instruments in Croatia

Construction Planning

Construction in Croatia

Deadlines

Circumstances affecting construction

Monument protection

Construction insurance

Investor rights

Construction dispute procedures

Liability of construction companies

Construction Contract in Croatia: A construction contract is a key document that defines the rights and obligations of all parties involved in a construction project. Our team provides legal support in drafting and negotiating contracts to ensure all legal provisions are met, including those related to the quality of work, deadlines, and contractor responsibilities.

Security Instruments in Croatia: Security instruments, such as bank guarantees and liability insurance, are essential for protecting both investors and contractors in construction projects. We assist in securing and providing legal protection through adequate security instruments throughout the project’s duration.

Construction Supervision: Construction supervision ensures that works are carried out in accordance with the project, laws, and standards. Our firm provides support and protection of your interests throughout the entire construction process.

Construction Planning: A successful construction project requires detailed planning, including legal compliance with spatial plans and building permits. We advise and assist investors in the legal aspects of planning and obtaining the necessary permits.

Construction Handover: The construction handover is a crucial moment in every project. We assist in managing the handover process, including the preparation of records and ensuring legal protection for clients from potential later claims for repairs or compensations.

Construction in Croatia

Construction quality: Construction quality is defined by legal norms and contracts between the investor and contractor. Our team ensures that your projects are executed according to the highest construction standards, providing legal support in resolving issues related to defects and failure to meet quality standards.

Deadlines: Adherence to deadlines is crucial for the success of any construction project. We advise clients on the legal consequences of missing deadlines and provide support in negotiations regarding extensions and sanctions in the event of delays.

Turnkey construction: Turnkey construction involves all project phases from start to finish, with the contractor being responsible for delivering a completed building. We provide legal support in turnkey construction contracts, ensuring all aspects of the project are clearly defined.

Circumstances affecting construction

Neighbor rights: Construction often involves legal challenges related to neighbor rights, such as property protection or disputes over land access. We provide legal assistance in all matters concerning neighbor rights and dispute resolution.

Monument protection: If your construction project involves areas or buildings protected as cultural heritage, we offer legal support regarding monument protection and compliance with relevant laws.

Environmental law: Environmental protection is an important aspect of every construction project. Our team provides legal advice on environmental impact assessments, construction permits, and compliance with environmental protection laws.

Construction insurance: Construction insurance is a key element of every project, providing protection against various risks. We advise on insurance policies that safeguard your project and reduce financial risks.

Building regulations: Our team ensures that your projects comply with all applicable regulations and standards.

Relations between investors and contractors

Investor rights: As an investor, you have the right to protect your interests throughout the entire construction project. Our firm offers legal support regarding your rights and ensures your projects are executed in accordance with contracts and laws.

Contractor rights and obligations: Contractors are obliged to perform works in accordance with the contract and applicable legal norms. We provide advice to contractors on their rights and obligations to avoid disputes and achieve legal certainty.

Construction dispute procedures: In the event of disputes between investors, contractors, or other participants in the construction project, our firm provides legal representation in both peaceful dispute resolution and court proceedings.

Defect claims: In case of construction defects, we assist in exercising your rights to compensation, repairs, or other forms of redress in accordance with the law and the construction contract.

Liability of construction companies: Construction companies have a responsibility towards investors and the legislation of the Republic of Croatia regarding the quality of work, safety on site, and fulfillment of contractual obligations. We advise clients on contractor liability and the possibilities for claims related to defects in construction.

Conclusion

The right of construction in Croatia requires expertise and precision in the legal management of projects, whether large investments or smaller constructions. Our law firm ensures comprehensive legal protection and advice throughout the entire construction process, including planning, contracting, supervision, and dispute resolution.

Frequently asked questions

What is a construction contract?

A construction contract is essentially a contract for work whereby the contractor undertakes, according to a specific project, to construct a certain building within the agreed time on a specific plot of land, or to carry out other construction work on an existing building, and the client undertakes to pay a certain price for this.

Who is responsible for construction defects?

The contractor is responsible for all defects in the execution of works, in accordance with the law and the construction contract.

What does turnkey construction include?

Turnkey construction involves the complete completion of a construction project and the handover of a ready-to-use building to the investor.

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