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The Deed of Sale of Portion of Land is a crucial legal instrument in South African property law, used when selling a specific portion of a larger land parcel. This document type requires careful consideration of various legal requirements, including the Alienation of Land Act, Deeds Registries Act, and local municipal regulations. It's particularly important in development scenarios, farm subdivisions, and urban expansion projects. The deed must include precise property descriptions, subdivision approvals, and various conditions precedent relating to the creation and transfer of the new portion. Unlike a standard property sale, this document type involves additional complexities related to land surveying, diagram approval, and potentially environmental impact assessments. It's essential for property developers, farmers subdividing agricultural land, and property owners seeking to sell part of their land holdings.

1. Parties: Full details of the Seller and Purchaser including registration/identity numbers and addresses

2. Background: Context of the sale, including brief description of the parent property and intention to subdivide

3. Definitions and Interpretation: Definitions of key terms used in the agreement and interpretation rules

4. Description of the Property: Detailed description of the portion being sold, including expected measurements and boundaries

5. Purchase Price: The agreed purchase price and payment terms

6. Payment Terms: Details of how and when payment will be made, including deposit requirements

7. Conditions Precedent: Required conditions to be met before the sale becomes final, including subdivision approval

8. Transfer and Registration: Process and timing for transfer of the property

9. Transfer Costs and Charges: Allocation of costs related to transfer, surveying, and registration

10. Possession and Risk: Date of transfer of possession and risk to the purchaser

11. Seller's Warranties: Warranties regarding property ownership, encumbrances, and legal compliance

12. Property Condition: Statement about the condition of the property and any voetstoots provisions

13. Obligations Pending Transfer: Responsibilities of both parties before transfer is completed

14. Breach: Consequences of breach by either party

15. Notices and Domicilia: How formal notices will be given and parties' chosen addresses

16. General Terms: Standard legal provisions including whole agreement, variation, and governing law