Developer apartment handover checklist

Accepting a new apartment from a developer is one of the most important steps after months of waiting and staged payments. This is not a ceremonial key handover. It is a formal inspection that decides whether defects are fixed at the developer's cost or become your expense later.

Before handover

Bring:

• the purchase agreement, annexes and floor plan,
• measuring tape, spirit level, flashlight and camera,
• notes from any pre-inspection visits,
• a printed checklist so nothing is skipped under time pressure.

What to inspect

• walls, floors and ceilings for cracks, damp and uneven surfaces,
• windows and doors (opening, seals, locks, handles),
• plumbing and electrical points,
• meter readings for water, electricity and gas,
• ventilation and heating performance,
• balconies, storage rooms and parking spaces if included.

How to document defects

Each issue should include location, description, photo evidence and an expected fix date. Do not sign "without remarks" if problems are visible. Clear documentation is what makes later claims enforceable.

Summary

A structured handover protects your budget and reduces disputes with the developer. After move-in, owners and communities also need clear billing, documents and maintenance tickets in one place.

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