What is a National Trust Property Certificate?

A National Trust Property Certificate shows whether a property is listed or classified by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria). It confirms the heritage significance of a building, site, or landscape, which may affect how the property can be used. What does listing or classification mean? When a property is listed or classified, it has…

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What is a Section 32 Statement?

A Section 32 Statement, also called a vendor’s statement, is a legal document that a seller (vendor) must give to a buyer before a property is sold in Victoria. It provides important information about the land or property and helps the buyer make an informed decision before signing a contract. Who prepares it? A Section…

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What are Property Certificates, and why are they important?

Property Certificates are supplied from state and local government agencies and issuing authorities, including Local Councils, Water Authorities, VicRoads, the EPA and the Department of Transport and Planning via LANDATA®. When buying or selling, Property Certificates provide important information about things like zoning and planning information, restrictions on the property, service details such as water…

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