Introduction
These Special Conditions for Contract for Sale of Land (NSW) provide a comprehensive set of additional clauses designed to supplement the standard Contract for Sale and Purchase of Land published by the Law Society of New South Wales and the Real Estate Institute of NSW.
The precedent includes both residential and commercial special conditions commonly used by NSW practitioners to amend or expand the standard contract terms.
The special conditions are designed to modify or supplement the printed standard terms by deleting, amending or adding contractual provisions where necessary
These Special Conditions are designed to be used with the Contract for Sale and Purchase of Land 2026 and provide a practical set of additional clauses commonly required in commercial property transactions.
They amend selected printed conditions and introduce additional provisions dealing with matters such as deposits, completion, interest, notices to complete and existing tenancies, helping to ensure the contract reflects the commercial agreement between the parties.
This download includes Special Conditions for the 2026 Contract for Sale of Land together with earlier versions adapted for previous editions of the NSW standard form contract.
Examples of Special Conditions in Property Contracts
Special conditions used in contracts for the sale of land vary depending on the nature of the property and the circumstances of the transaction.
Common examples of special conditions used in New South Wales conveyancing include provisions dealing with settlement timing, deposit arrangements,
corporate purchasers and other transaction-specific issues.
Examples of special conditions frequently included in property contracts include:
- Condition of property clauses
- Notice to complete provisions
- Late settlement interest clauses
- Deposit bond provisions
- Corporate purchaser director guarantees
- Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) compliance clauses
- Settlement timing provisions including holiday settlement exclusions
- Electronic signature and execution provisions
These clauses allow practitioners to modify the standard contract terms and address issues that arise in specific property transactions.
Professionally Drafted Legal Precedent
Prepared by Australian legal professionals, this precedent provides a practical framework for use with the Contract for Sale and Purchase of Land 2026.
The document is fully editable in Microsoft Word and ready for immediate use.
New – 2026 Edition
The latest version of this precedent includes updated special conditions for both residential and commercial property transactions, together with compatibility across multiple editions of the NSW Contract for Sale of Land including:
• 2005 edition
• 2014 edition
• 2016 edition
• 2017 edition
• 2019 edition
• 2022 edition
• 2026 updated clauses
At A Glance
Special Conditions for Contract for Sale of Land – At a Glance
What this document covers
• Amendments to standard contract clauses
• Additional vendor protection provisions
• Settlement and completion provisions
• Special conditions commonly used in NSW conveyancing
Key clauses included
• Condition of property clauses
• Notice to complete provisions
• Late completion interest clauses
• Deposit and settlement provisions
Typical use
• Residential property transactions
• Commercial property sales
• Conveyancing matters
• Property development transactions
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• Residential and commercial versions included
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What Are Special Conditions in a Contract for Sale of Land?
In New South Wales, property transactions are usually conducted using the
Contract for Sale and Purchase of Land produced by the Law Society of New South Wales
and the Real Estate Institute of NSW.
The printed contract contains a set of standard terms that apply to most property transactions.
However, many transactions require additional provisions or amendments to those standard terms.
Special Conditions are additional contractual clauses inserted into the contract to:
- amend or delete standard contract clauses
- add new contractual provisions not contained in the standard contract
- clarify the rights and obligations of the vendor and purchaser
- address specific circumstances relating to the property or the transaction
Special conditions are typically inserted immediately after the printed special conditions section of the
contract and before any annexures.
Practitioners frequently develop their own sets of special conditions over time to deal with issues such as
settlement timing, finance arrangements, deposit bonds, FIRB requirements, corporate purchasers and other
transaction-specific matters.
Drafted by Legal Professionals
Our precedents are prepared by Australian legal practitioners and reflect commonly used legal drafting standards.
Practical and Easy to Use
Each template provides a structured framework that can be adapted to suit the specific transaction or matter.
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Related Property Law Precedents
The following precedents are commonly used in conjunction with special conditions for contracts for sale of land:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are special conditions in a contract for sale of land?
Special conditions are additional clauses inserted into a contract for sale of land to amend, replace or supplement the standard contract terms. They allow the parties to tailor the contract to the specific circumstances of the property transaction.
Do special conditions override the standard contract terms?
Yes. If there is a conflict between the standard printed contract terms and the special conditions, the special conditions will usually prevail. They are designed to modify or supplement the standard provisions of the contract.
Where are special conditions inserted in a contract for sale of land?
Special conditions are normally inserted immediately after the printed special conditions section of the contract and before any annexures or attachments. This ensures the numbering of the clauses continues from the printed contract.
Why are special conditions used in property contracts?
Special conditions are used to address issues that are not fully covered by the standard contract terms. These may include settlement arrangements, finance provisions, deposit bonds, corporate purchasers, FIRB requirements and other transaction-specific matters.
Are special conditions legally binding?
Yes. Once the contract is exchanged, the special conditions form part of the legally binding agreement between the vendor and purchaser, together with the standard contract terms and any annexures.
Can special conditions be negotiated?
Yes. Special conditions are often negotiated between the parties during the preparation of the contract or during pre-exchange negotiations. Each party may propose amendments or additional clauses depending on their requirements.
Do I still need the Law Society Contract for Sale of Land?
Yes. These special conditions are designed to be used together with the standard Contract for Sale and Purchase of Land published by the Law Society of New South Wales and the Real Estate Institute of NSW. The standard contract must still be obtained separately.
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