Document background
The Land Contract Purchase Agreement (Koopovereenkomst) is a fundamental legal document used in Dutch real estate transactions for transferring ownership of land or property. This document is essential whenever real estate is bought or sold in the Netherlands, whether between private individuals, companies, or a combination thereof. It must comply with strict requirements under Dutch law, particularly the Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek), and serves as the basis for the notarial deed of transfer (leveringsakte). The agreement typically includes detailed property descriptions, purchase price, conditions precedent, warranties, and specific Dutch legal requirements such as cooling-off periods for residential properties and soil quality declarations. It forms the foundation for the property transfer process and must be executed before a Dutch civil law notary, who will conduct necessary checks and arrange registration with the Land Registry (Kadaster).
