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The Seller of a Building to Be Constructed
Droit Immobilier

The Seller of a Building to Be Constructed

📅 Decision of 30 March 1994🔄 Updated on 6 October 2026⚖️ Cour de cassation👁️ 32 views📖 1 min read

The seller of a building to be constructed is not liable for the guarantee of perfect completion, provided for in Article 1792-6 of the Civil Code, which is owed by the contractor.

Reference decision: cc • No. 92-17.225 • 1994-03-30 • View decision →

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

The situation

The seller of a building to be constructed is not liable for the guarantee of perfect completion, provided for in Article 1792-6 of the Civil Code, which is owed by the contractor.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points

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

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Legal information

  • Number: 92-17.225
  • Court: Cour de cassation
  • Decision of: 30 March 1994

Keywords

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