Successful recovery of a discount on the purchase price due to defects in a new building
Defects in a new-build property may entitle the buyer to a reduction in the purchase price if the claim is reported promptly and properly supported. A well-prepared complaint and negotiation with the developer can lead to financial compensation without litigation when the impact of the defect can be demonstrated. This article uses a real case to show how to prepare the claim and approach negotiations effectively.
ARROWS prepared a formal complaint, conducted negotiations with the developer's legal representative, and structured the negotiating position so that it was clear that any legal proceedings would be risky for the developer both financially and in terms of reputation. The argument was based on a demonstrable reduction in the value of the work and on case law concerning the right to a discount. The result was the conclusion of an agreement on financial compensation in an amount corresponding to the extent of the defects, without the need to initiate legal proceedings. The client thus received adequate compensation and at the same time retained ownership of the property without further procedural burden.
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