La Ciotat and the Var are two regions in south-east France, famous for their picturesque landscapes, Mediterranean coastline and rich heritage.
The Var region, in particular, is a popular destination for its pleasant climate, vineyards and proximity to the Côte d'Azur. La Ciotat, meanwhile, is famous for its maritime history and its role in the birth of cinema.
The specific features of the Var in property law:
Tourist zone: Many properties are bought as second homes or for seasonal rental. Lovers of the sea won't hesitate to have their own house built or to buy the property of their dreams, but beware of poor workmanship or abandoned building sites!
Coastal protection and town planning law: the characteristic environments of the seaside require special checks before any transaction or construction project.
Protected and regulated sites: Because of its natural and historical heritage, certain areas of La Ciotat and the Var may be subject to special regulations, such as Natura 2000 zones or listed sites, checking of the PLU and the need to use the services of an experienced architect when applying for planning permission.
Natural hazards: La Ciotat, like other communes in the Var, may be exposed to certain natural risks, such as forest fires or flooding, and of course the risk of drought. When selling a property, a diagnosis of natural, mining and technological risks is compulsory. It's also important to check that the foundations will be able to withstand ground movement caused by drought and clay soil.
The judicial court is either Draguignan or Toulon, depending on the town in the Var in which the property is located.
Me ZAKINE is aware that the law of the co-ownership and property law in the Var and La Ciotat can become complex.
For example:
- In co-ownership law: you are the owner of real estate within a co-ownership for residential use but it is specified in the descriptive deed of division that such and such lot is for commercial use.
Vous vous dites donc que votre local à usage d’habitation pourra être transformer pour en faire un usage commercial ? Quelles sont les démarches que je dois accomplir ? L’assemblée générale va-elle m’accorder l’autorisation ? Dois-je prévoir des documents annexes ? Comment m’y prendre pour accomplir ma demande conformément à la loi de 1965 qui encadre qui régit la co-ownership ?
- Real estate and construction law: je fais l’objet d’un abandonment of site ou je m’aperçois de vices cachés après avoir acquis mon nouveau bien, que dois-je faire ?
ZAKINE's first piece of advice: send a letter of formal notice with acknowledgement of receipt and contact a lawyer
You're asking yourself all these questions and you want to make sure that all the necessary steps are taken so that you can obtain authorisation.
Cécile ZAKINE has extensive experience of appearing before the courts in property and co-ownership disputes, and will be able to provide you with support and advice to prevent your situation becoming difficult and contentious.
Me ZAKINE will be able to advise you on the steps to take and what should be avoided.
The use of a Real estate and co-ownership lawyer in the Var department and La Ciotat can avoid many pitfalls and disappointments.
Me ZAKINE practises throughout France and does not hesitate to travel to defend his clients' interests.
It provides tools for easy access, such as video-conferencing for people who are geographically distant.
Videoconferences lasting one hour or 30 minutes (because sometimes a few questions are needed to resolve a minor difficulty) are scheduled directly on her website: cecile-zakine.fr, home tab, "book an initial consultation" tab at the top middle of the page.
And if you are unable to arrange an appointment yourself, don't hesitate to call Me ZAKINE, who will be able to help you find an alternative solution.
