The order must be quashed

Application pratique:

The Court of Cassation decision (No. 75-70.443, 29 June 1976) holds that an expropriation order based on individual notifications sent after the opening of the parcel inquiry must be quashed. Check the exact dates of the inquiry opening and your notification, keep all correspondence, and file an appeal before the administrative court within two months of the notification date to challenge the expropriation order. Consult a French real estate lawyer to prepare the challenge and protect your rental income.

Application pratique:

Under this case law, an expropriation order based on individual notifications given after the parcel inquiry has opened is invalid. The buyer should immediately gather the purchase deed, proof of registration, and the forwarded notification envelope showing the late date. They can challenge the expropriation order within two months of receiving the notification by filing an appeal before the administrative court, arguing that proper notification was not given at the correct time. Seek legal advice to ensure the challenge is filed correctly.

Application pratique:

The Court of Cassation decision establishes that an expropriation order made on the basis of individual notifications subsequent to the opening of the parcel inquiry must be quashed. The co-owner should check the syndic's records to confirm the inquiry opening date and their notification date, keep the envelope as evidence, and file an appeal within two months of receiving the notification. Acting collectively with other co-owners strengthens the challenge, and a French property lawyer can help coordinate the appeal before the administrative court.