8. Works Declaration in France - Déclaration Préalable

  1. Applicable Works
  2. Application Procedure
  3. Completion Notice
  4. Appeal Procedure

8.4. Appeal Procedure - Déclaration Préalable

If permission is not granted, then reasons must be given by the planning authority.

In the same manner as with a planning consent, both the applicant and third parties have two months to contest the decision.

Even if no notice is displayed the right of third parties to appeal against a consent, lapses one year after completion of the works.


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