REAL ESTATE, CONSTRUCTION & INFRASTRUCTURE

Structuring and Protecting Real Estate and Construction Projects in Iran

This practice area provides legal support to international corporations, investors, and project developers involved in real estate transactions, construction projects, and infrastructure developments connected to Iran.
Real estate and construction projects in Iran require careful legal planning due to the interaction of ownership considerations, regulatory procedures, contractual obligations, technical requirements, and project execution risks.
International investors and project developers require a structured legal approach from the early stages of acquisition and investment planning through construction execution, regulatory compliance, and dispute management.
The practice provides legal guidance on property transactions, construction contracts, regulatory compliance, and project-related disputes, with particular attention to the technical and operational realities that influence successful project delivery.

Construction & Real Estate Capabilities

Industrial Real Estate Transactions

• Legal advisory for the acquisition, leasing, development, and structuring of commercial properties, manufacturing facilities, and industrial land.
• Title verification, land-use review, zoning analysis, and identification of ownership issues, encumbrances, or regulatory restrictions prior to acquisition.
• Regulatory and municipal compliance support, including building permits, environmental certifications, and industrial estate authorizations (Shahrak-haye Sanati).
• Advisory on property transactions and investment structures within Free Trade Zones and Special Economic Zones.
• Legal structuring of real estate investments, project ownership arrangements, and transaction frameworks for foreign investors.

Construction Contracts & Project Procurement

• Drafting, review, and negotiation of EPC, turnkey, and design-build agreements under Iranian law.
• Adaptation of FIDIC-based frameworks and international contractual standards to Iranian legal requirements.
• Preparation and review of performance guarantees, liability provisions, liquidated damages, variation mechanisms, and supply chain arrangements.
• Legal support for consortium agreements, joint project structures, and subcontractor arrangements.

Project Compliance & Regulatory Matters

• Legal support throughout project execution, including subcontractor management, contractual coordination, and site-related compliance matters.
• Advisory on Iranian labor regulations, social security obligations (Bimeh), and occupational safety requirements applicable to construction projects.
• Legal assistance with cross-border equipment importation, customs procedures, and technology transfer arrangements.

Construction Disputes & Claims

• Assessment and management of delay claims, extension of time disputes, cost overrun claims, and contractual performance issues.
• Representation and advisory support in defect liability, warranty obligations, and post-construction disputes.
• Support in construction-related negotiations, contractual claims, and dispute prevention strategies designed to preserve project continuity.
• Early legal intervention can help reduce the risk of prolonged delays, contractual escalation, and financial exposure.

Establish Your Business Presence Seamlessly

If you are considering a real estate acquisition, developing a construction project, or managing a construction-related legal matter connected to Iran, a confidential consultation can help identify legal risks, evaluate available options, and establish an appropriate framework for your objectives.

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