Reference decision: cc • N° 09-15.318 • 2010-09-22 • View the decision →
This decision provides important insight into your real estate law. Here is what it changes for you.
The situation
The guarantee of delivery at agreed price and time, which is intended to protect the client against the risks of non-performance or defective performance of the construction as provided for in the contract, caused by the builder's failure, constitutes a statutory guarantee of public policy and autonomous, which does not lapse solely because of the termination of the construction contract, which has no retroactive effect.
What the law says
This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.
Points to remember
- Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for bringing an action
- Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, deeds, letters)
- Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation
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