You are here Home Frequently Asked Questions I would like to buy a garage. Am I required to use a notary? I would like to buy a garage. Am I required to use a notary? Print Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Linkedin Share on Twitter Yes. Whenever real property is involved (a house, garage, plot of land, etc.), the deed of sale must be executed by a notary for the purposes of land registration (French Civil Code, Art. 710-1, para. 1).