Breach of the Terms of a Lease

This decision provides important clarification on your real estate law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

A breach of the terms of a lease of commercial premises does not constitute the starting point of the two-year limitation period provided for in Article 33 of the Decree of 30 September 1953.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points

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

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