Frequently asked questions about Immobilier

As a rule, acts of disposal must be adopted by a majority of co-owners representing at least two-thirds of the votes, unless the sale of the common area affects the purpose of the building or modifies the provisions of the co-ownership regulations relating to the building’s purpose. In such a…

No. When a co-owner sells his lot within the co-ownership, the managing agents costs and fees relating to the services provided for the benefit of one of the co-owners are attributable to him. However, the costs and fees relating to the establishment of the dated statement may not exceed €380…

No. The surviving spouse may claim a lifetime right of use and habitation over the property that was their main residence at the time of the spouse’s death, provided it belonged to the couple or to the deceased (Article 764 of the French Civil Code). However, case law (a body…

I put my property up for sale 2 years ago. The notary had sent a declaration of intent to alienate the municipality, which had then waived its right of pre-emption. The sale ultimately did not go through. I found a new buyer. Is it necessary to re-declare to the municipality…

No. The tenant’s right of first refusal is not automatic. Unlike residential leases governed by Article 15 of the Law of 6 July 1989, French law does not provide for a statutory right of first refusal in the context of a professional lease. However, such a right may be granted…