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Construction & Development Law

CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT LAWYERS KIAMA

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Construction & Development Law Specialists


At Kells, our construction lawyers in Kiama work across projects of every size, from smaller residential builds to complex commercial and industrial developments.

Comprehensive Range of Services


We provide advice and representation on all stages of construction and development, including property acquisitions, reviewing and negotiating contracts, and resolving disputes that arise during or after a build.

Readily Accessible


With a strong presence in Kiama and across the Illawarra, our team is accessible to both individuals and businesses seeking timely and reliable support in construction and property development matters.

Bespoke Legal Solutions


Every development brings its own challenges. We align our legal approach with your objectives, helping you overcome hurdles while protecting what matters most to your project.

Here To Help

Facing setbacks with construction contracts, compliance obligations, or project delays? Struggling to secure planning approvals or caught up in disputes with builders or contractors? In property development, unresolved issues can quickly escalate into significant costs and risks.


At Kells, our construction and development lawyers in Kiama support clients across the full project cycle. From the initial planning stage and council approval process through to construction, leasing, licensing, and final sales, we work to keep your project on course and address potential problems before they grow.

How Can Our Kiama Construction & Development Lawyers Help?

At Kells, we work with clients across the property and construction sector in Kiama and beyond, from individual investors and local developers to larger companies and government organisations. Our experience extends across residential and commercial projects, including retail centres, aged care facilities, resorts, leisure complexes, and education precincts.


We recognise the unique mix of planning, contractual, and commercial challenges that come with property development. Our lawyers prepare clear, practical agreements and tenders that give your project a solid legal foundation. If disputes arise, we are equipped to step in with negotiation, mediation, or litigation to safeguard your position.


Strategic Legal Solutions for Developers

Our team drafts agreements with precision and foresight, building in the flexibility needed for projects that evolve over time. We regularly assist with option agreements that allow developers to secure sites while undertaking due diligence, as well as put and call options to manage timelines and address stamp duty obligations.


Comprehensive Legal Support for Your Project

No matter the size or complexity of your development, our Kiama construction and development lawyers are ready to assist. From planning approvals and contract negotiations to compliance matters and dispute resolution, we provide practical support designed to keep your project moving.

Get Professional Construction & Development Law Advice in Kiama

Whether it’s a contract review, compliance issue, or dispute, we’ll respond quickly with advice specific to your situation in Kiama.

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