In a province being rebuilt, construction law matters more than ever for both landowners and contractors. Construction-in-return-for-flat agreements, delays in delivery and defective or incomplete works can turn into disputes lasting years when the underlying contract is poorly drafted.
I advise at every stage of construction-in-return-for-flat and works contracts — from drafting to termination — and conduct litigation in disputes over delay compensation, defective performance, incomplete works and progress payments. In every file I see the same pattern: the precautions taken at the contract stage prevent the great majority of disputes that would otherwise arise.
Scope of Services
- Drafting construction-in-return-for-flat agreements
- Litigation arising from works (construction) contracts
- Defective and incomplete works claims
- Delay compensation and penalty clauses
- Termination and winding-up of construction contracts
- Contractor receivables and progress payment disputes
- Actions for the correction of land share allocation
- Liability arising from building inspection
Construction Law in Hatay
I handle construction law matters from my office in Antakya and appear before the courts of Hatay — principally Antakya and İskenderun — as well as across the province. For clients abroad, meetings can be arranged by telephone or video conference and the file conducted under a power of attorney.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if the contractor fails to deliver on time?
Once the contractual delivery date has passed, rent compensation for the period of delay and any agreed penalty may be claimed. If the delay exceeds a reasonable period, rescission of the contract and damages come into play. Serving a formal notice to establish default is important for evidential purposes.
The property I received has defects. What are my rights?
Apparent defects should be recorded and notified at delivery; latent defects must be notified as soon as they appear. You may demand rectification, a price reduction, or — for serious defects — rescission of the contract. An evidential survey action is advisable to secure proof.
How should a construction-in-return-for-flat agreement be made?
Because the agreement contains an undertaking to transfer shares in the title, it must be executed before a notary in the form of a deed of arrangement; otherwise its validity is open to challenge. Allocation ratios, delivery dates, technical specifications, penalties for delay and securities must all be set out clearly.