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The limitation period for the action
Droit Immobilier

The limitation period for the action

📅 Decision of 25 August 2026🔄 Updated on 14 October 2026⚖️ Cour de cassation👁️ 57 views📖 2 min read

The limitation period for the action for payment of an occupation indemnity based on article 20 of the Decree of 30 September 1953, the starting point of which is fixed as the day after the expiry date of the lease, can only be suspended if the lessor is unable to act to have this indemnity determined, the merits of which would be dependent on the outcome of pending proceedings. This is not the case where the principle of the right to an eviction indemnity is not disputed.

Reference decision: cc • N° 75-15.533 • 1977-03-23 • View the decision →

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

The situation

The limitation period for the action for payment of an occupation indemnity based on article 20 of the Decree of 30 September 1953, the starting point of which is fixed as the day after the expiry date of the lease, can only be suspended if the lessor is unable to act to have this indemnity determined, the merits of which would be dependent on the outcome of pending proceedings. This is not the case where the principle of the right to an eviction indemnity is not disputed.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Points to remember

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

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Legal information

  • Number: 75-15.533
  • Court: Cour de cassation

Keywords

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