Constitutes a change of use of a

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

The fact that the owner of furnished residential premises lets them on two occasions within less than one year, for periods of four and six months respectively, less than one year or nine months, constitutes a change of use of premises intended for residential use within the meaning of Article L. 631-7, paragraph 6, of the Construction and Housing Code.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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