Blog Layout

Auctions and House Inspections Resume

Equilaw • May 11, 2020

Auctions and House Inspections Resume!

It has been announced that traditional property inspections and onsite auctions will resume from Saturday, 9 May.

The guidelines issued by the NSW Government require that social distancing of 1.5 metres is maintained, numbers entering premises are controlled and that contact details for all persons attending are kept. More guidelines below:

Use digital platforms where possible to remove physical contact.
Maintain physical distancing of greater than 1.5m between people by:
limiting the number of people viewing a property and attending an auction
managing the number of people entering small spaces
considering an extended timeframe for open house viewings and inspections
using outdoor venues for auctions wherever possible
using large venues for indoor auctions to maintain the 4 square metre rule.
Promote good hygiene on premises and at auctions by:
making hand sanitiser available
ensuring clients do not touch surfaces
cleaning the property before and after inspections.
Keep detailed contact records of people attending open homes and auctions.
Ensure people with any symptoms of illness do not attend a property.

For other government guidelines on what you can and can’t do visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/what-you-can-and-cant-do-under-rules.

If you have been holding off listing your property for auction or inspection now would be a good time to contact your real estate agent and for all conveyancing matters please contact our team on 02 6542 5566 .

< Older Post Newer Post >

Family Law Addition Facts and Questions

02 Apr, 2024

Did you know you must be separated for 12 months before you can apply for a Divorce. The 12-month period is calculated from the date of separation until the date the Application for Divorce is filed. You can be separated and still live under the same roof.

Slow Down, Move Over and Give Space...

02 Apr, 2024

Emergency vehicles travelling with audible sirens or flashing lights are responding to urgent situations. You should always be extra cautious when you see flashing lights or hear sirens.