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Ten-year warranty
Liability of contractor and architect for 10 years regarding serious structural defects.
Full definition
The ten-year warranty (articles 1792 and 2270 of the Civil Code) imposes on contractors and architects a 10-year liability for serious defects affecting the solidity or stability of the main structure. The 2017 law made ten-year insurance mandatory.
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Property developer
Professional who designs, finances, and executes property construction or renovation projects.
Building permit
Administrative authorization required to build, renovate, or change the use of a property.
Hidden defect
Non-visible defect at the time of sale rendering the property unfit for its intended use or diminishing its use.
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Liability of contractor and architect for 10 years regarding serious structural defects.