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    What are the developer's rights if a project is mostly completed?

    Ali Faizan Syed1 min read0 viewsUpdated 1/2/2026
    If a project is at least eighty percent (80%) complete, a developer can take strict measures against a defaulting purchaser. The developer may choose to maintain the agreement, retain all paid amounts, and claim the remaining balance. Alternatively, they may request the DLD to sell the unit at a public auction to recover the outstanding funds. A third option allows the developer to unilaterally terminate the contract while retaining up to forty percent of the unit's value.

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    80 Percent Completion
    Public Auction
    Contract Termination
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