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The expropriation order extinguishes the right to the lease
Droit Immobilier

The expropriation order extinguishes the right to the lease

📅 Decision of 20 March 2013🔄 Updated on 13 October 2026⚖️ Cour de cassation👁️ 8 views📖 2 min read

The expropriation order extinguishes the leasehold interest but does not cause the business to disappear, which may be transferred, and such transfer carries with it, unless otherwise provided in the deed, the transfer of the claim for eviction compensation owed to the transferor.

Reference decision: cc • No. 11-28.788 • 2013-03-20 • View the decision →

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

The situation

The expropriation order extinguishes the leasehold interest but does not cause the business to disappear, which may be transferred, and such transfer carries with it, unless otherwise provided in the deed, the transfer of the claim for eviction compensation owed to the transferor.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points

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

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Legal information

  • Number: 11-28.788
  • Court: Cour de cassation
  • Decision of: 20 March 2013

Keywords

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