Reference decision: cc • N° 08-16.497 • 2009-11-05 • View the decision →
This decision provides important clarification on your property law. Here is what it changes for you.
The situation
A person who, under a verbal agreement with the owner of a house, undertakes to finance the development of its basement in return for the owner's undertaking to grant him a right of use and habitation of the premises thus developed, and takes the risk of bearing this financing on the basis of that agreement alone, cannot obtain reimbursement under the rules governing unjust enrichment.
What the law says
This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.
Key points to remember
- Strictly comply with statutory time limits for appeals
- Keep all your supporting documents (deeds, instruments, letters)
- Be proactive: preventive advice always costs less than litigation
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