When the owner of a piece of land has

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

The situation

Where the owner of a piece of land divided it into three parcels prior to the creation of the prohibition on building along the boundary lines between the central parcel and the neighbouring parcels, the provisions of Article 700 of the Civil Code, which assume that the easement predates the division of the estate, are not applicable.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

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

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