What is a Covenant?

A covenant is an express written agreement between a seller (the registered proprietor) and the purchaser of a piece of land, limiting the way the burdened land can be used of the for the benefit of other land i.e. avoiding a building overlooking a neighbour.  Covenants bind current and future owners until they are removed.…

Read More

What is a Volume and Folio number?

In Victoria, properties are uniquely identified by Volume and Folio (Vol/Fol) numbers. These numbers are key references within the Victorian Register of land, ensuring that each property can be accurately recorded and recognised. How does it work? Think of the Volume Number as a ‘book’ in the Register. Each book holds the ownership records for…

Read More