Document background
The Apartment Deed (Akte van Splitsing) is a crucial document in Dutch property law, required whenever a building is divided into separate apartment rights. This legal instrument transforms a single property into multiple separately owned units while maintaining shared ownership of common areas. The deed must comply with strict requirements under the Dutch Civil Code and is essential for both new developments and conversions of existing buildings. It serves multiple purposes: establishing individual ownership rights, defining common areas, creating the mandatory Association of Owners (VvE), and setting rules for property management and maintenance. The document is particularly relevant in urban areas where apartment buildings are common and must be prepared by a civil law notary to ensure legal validity and proper registration with the Land Registry Office (Kadaster).
