Reference decision: cc • N° 25-10.744 • 2026-03-26
This decision provides important insight into your real estate law. Here is what it changes for you.
The situation
Are not contrary to the right to respect for private and family life and the home, guaranteed by Article 8, § 1, of the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, the provisions of Articles L. 461-1 and L. 461-3 of the Town Planning Code, which impose no other specification as to the circumstances justifying the inspection of premises accommodating homes or premises comprising parts used for residential purposes for the purpose of checking compliance with town planning rules than the existence of constructions, developments, installations or works completed less than six years previously
What the law says
This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.
Points to remember
- Strictly comply with legal time limits for appeals
- Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, documents, correspondence)
- Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation
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