By building or part of a building to

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

The situation

By building or part of a building for residential use or for professional use within the meaning of Article 6 of Law No. 67-3 of 3 January 1967 (Article L. 261-10 of the Construction and Housing Code), is meant all premises included in the contract of sale governed by the said law (1).

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points

• Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (title deeds, instruments, correspondence)
• Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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