Breaches articles 1604 and 1184 of the Civil Code

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

The situation

The Court of Appeal breaches articles 1604 and 1184 of the Civil Code by excluding the non-conformity of slate roofs in the absence of any demonstration of a defect, even an aesthetic one, whereas it had held that the slates delivered did not conform to the contractual documents which provided for the supply of first-choice slates.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points

• Strictly comply with the statutory time limits for bringing proceedings
• Keep all your supporting documents (titles, deeds, correspondence)
• Plan ahead: preventive advice is always cheaper than litigation

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