Building & Renovation

2nd Jul 2025

New Validity Period for Planning Consents

The government has extended the duration of planning consents and other similar authorisations.

10th Jun 2025

MaPrimeRénov Energy Grants Suspended

The MaPrimeRénov home energy efficiency grant scheme has been suspended.

4th Jun 2025

Ten-Year Building Works Insurance

A recent case in the French court tested the importance of the 10-year latent defects building guarantee.

17th Apr 2025

Energy Ratings and Property Prices

A new study highlights the growing impact of energy efficiency ratings on property prices.

7th Apr 2025

Seller Liability for Building Works

What is the liability of a property seller to a purchaser for works carried out by them?

1st Apr 2025

Capital Gains Tax Relief on Building Work

A recent case in the French courts shows the importance having proof of payment to obtain relief from capital gains tax on building works.

13th Mar 2025

Building Works and VAT

The certification process for owners to obtain a reduced rate of VAT on building work has been simplified.

3rd Feb 2025

Tax Deductibility of Building Works

The conversion of a house into flats is not tax deductible, a court rules.

15th Jan 2025

Financial Assistance for Home Improvements

Eligibility rules may have been tightened and grant levels reduced for most households, but the range of assistance available still merits consideration.

5th Nov 2024

Energy Saving Certificates Under Fire

The system of energy savings certificates has been heavily criticized by the French national auditor.