Property dispute: understanding your rights and remedies

This decision sheds important light on your property law rights. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

The Court of Appeal justifies its decision with regard to Article R. 261-1 of the Construction and Housing Code when, in order to establish completion of the building in an off-plan sale, it finds that the only reservations made by the buyers, concerning the lift and mentioned in the acceptance report for that equipment, had not impaired the use of that equipment and did not render the works unfit for their intended purpose.

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 action
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, instruments, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice is always cheaper than litigation

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