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The owner of a plot of land
Droit Foncier

The owner of a plot of land

📅 Decision of 31 January 2001⚖️ Cour de cassation👁️ 11 views📖 2 min read

The owner of a plot of land affected by a land consolidation project retains his real rights over that plot, and therefore the standing to bring actions relating to its exploitation, until the date of transfer of ownership despite the provisional handing over of possession to an allottee.

Reference decision: cc • No. 99-11.330 • 31 January 2001 • View the decision →

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

The situation

The owner of a plot of land affected by a land consolidation project retains his real rights over that plot, and therefore the standing to bring actions relating to its exploitation, until the date of transfer of ownership despite the provisional handing over of possession to an allottee.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points

  • Strictly comply with the legal 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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Legal information

  • Number: 99-11.330
  • Court: Cour de cassation
  • Decision of: 31 January 2001

Keywords

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