In the absence of any amendment to the

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

The situation

In the absence of any amendment to the legislative provisions, the legal basis of the offence, the Court of Appeal justifies its decision by applying, in the event of annulment of the land use plan in breach of which the works subject to the prosecution were carried out, the immediately preceding land use plan, reinstated by application of the provisions of Article L. 121-8 of the Town Planning Code, since that plan likewise does not authorise the works and installations which are the subject of the prosecution.

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 bringing an appeal
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, letters)
• Anticipate: preventive legal advice always costs less than litigation

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