Priority Preliminary Ruling on Constitutionality

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

The situation

Articles 676 and 677 of the Civil Code, which regulate the openings that may be made in a non-party wall immediately adjoining the neighbouring land, infringe the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the legislative provisions in question, which have neither the object nor the effect of depriving the owner of the wall

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, instruments, correspondence)
• Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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