When a civil penalty is

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

The situation

When a civil penalty is sought on the basis of a change of use that occurred before the entry into force of Article 5, I, 1°, d, of Law No. 2024-1039 of 19 November 2024, the use of the premises, within the meaning and for the application of Articles L. 631-7 and L. 651-2 of the Construction and Housing Code, is determined according to the criteria of the former law.

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)
• Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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